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Dissertations from 2026 2026

The Culturally Intelligent Higher Education Leader: Leadership Strategies of Exemplary California Community College Mid-Level Student Services Administrators in Creating a Culture of Inclusiveness, Marisol Alaniz

The Adolescent Development of Small Business Owners’ Entrepreneurial Mindset, Fern Arredondo

The Art of Crisis Leadership by Exemplary Naval Frontline Leaders, Broadus Brooks

Retention of Elementary Special Education Teachers: A Phenomenological Study of Retention Factors and Work-Life Balance in Brick-and-Mortar and Virtual, Independent Study Educational Environments, Meredith Clark-Lewis

Rewriting the Future: Examining the Influence of Mentoring on GED Graduates' Pursuit and Performance in Postsecondary Education, Shari Antoinette Crain

Educational Challenges and Support Mechanisms for ENL Students in U.S. Schools, Yuliya Ivanovna Creedon

Exploring Drivers and Barriers to S.M.A.R.T. Goal Implementation: A Phenomenological Study of Exemplary K-5 Public Elementary School Teachers, Rochelle Davies

How Elementary School Principals Equitably Support Mexican Indigenous Students Using the Cultural Proficiency Essential Elements, Veronica Hernandez

Leading with Cultural Agility: A Phenomenological Study of International School Administrators in Singapore., Rachel Shires Hole

A Delphi Study: Communication Practices for Expert Elementary Administrators During Day-to-Day Crises on Elementary School Campuses, Anthony Michael Langford

Grit and Inclusive Practice: A Phenomenological Study of General Education Teachers in a Title I Elementary School, Andrea Martinez

How Exemplary Elementary School Principals Embed the Infinite Mindset Practice to Inspire the Achievement of Extraordinary Results, Amna Osman

The Impact of Vulnerability on Building Trust: A Qualitative Study of Superintendents in Northern California, Jasmin Hasmukhlal Patel

Principal Leader Behaviors That Create Meaning for Their Teachers to Reduce Stress and Burnout, Angelina Santana

Student Wellness: Exploring the Role of Faculty in Implementing Effective Supports for Mental Well-Being and Academic Performance In Community College Dental Hygiene Education, Bernadette Heather Smith

Delphi Study to Explore the Organizational Characteristics, Conditions, and Infrastructures Needed to Integrate Professional Development with a Career Advancement Framework in the Form of Career Lattice, Shelly Yu-Tze Tze Shelly Wang

The Impact of Emotional Intelligence on the Leadership of Elementary School Principals, Berteil Yousefi

Dissertations from 2025 2025

Administrator Leadership and Collective Efficacy: Enhancing Math Education in Public High Schools in California, Lina Ahmadieh

How Teachers Use Adversity and Challenging Organizational Environments to Achieve Exceptional Organizational Goals, Matthew Avalos

A Phenomenological Study: Implicit Bias in the Hiring Practices of Health Care Organizations (Perception, Impact on Workforce Diversity, Mitigation Methods, and Implementation Assessment), Mohamed Boubrik

The Impact of Quality Management Principles on Army Aircraft Maintenance Outcomes, Matthew S. Caporossi

Best Practices in Developing Self-Efficacy: A Case Study in Preparing Rural, Predominantly Disadvantaged, High School Students for College and Career Readiness, Rudy Cardona

Bridging the Gap: A Comparative Delphi Study of Elementary Educators and Business Leaders on Interpersonal Workforce Skill Needs, Jazmyne Mercedes Chaffin

A Phenomenological Study Exploring Superintendent’s Perceptions on Four Servant Leadership Characteristics for Developing High-Performing Teams, Katie Chin-Berry

Exploring Leadership in Physical Therapy: How Clarity, Connection, and Communication Influence Team Engagement, Burnout, and Achieving Organizational Objectives, Jason Collin

Leadership Practices for High-Performance Teams: Insights from Veteran Active-Duty United States Air Force Leaders Using a Conceptual Framework for Team Development, Yves Daos

Personal Disruption in the Career Advancement of Female Executives in Medical Education, Ifeoma Dawodu

A Study on Betrayal and Safety: Understanding the Experiences of Community College Employees, Jennifer Marie De La Rosa

Leveraging Cultural Agility in K-12 Public Educational Organizations: A Phenomenological Study of How Superintendents Coach Other Leaders, Curt Eichperger

Delphi Study of Possible, Probable, and Desirable Futures for California Community Colleges by 2035, Christopher Frymire

Leadership’s Impact on Employees’ Perception of Their Safety Culture in a Public Transportation Organization, Paul Hadley

A Phenomenological Study of Southern California Charter School Leaders’ Perceptions of Creating an Inclusive School Culture, Barbara Hale

Grounded Leadership: A Look into California Community College Mid-Level Leaders, Vicki Hou

Leadership in Times of Crisis: Motivating Employees Through the Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Hanan Khamis

Adaptive Leadership: Strategies Used by U.S. Navy Command Senior Enlisted Leaders to Build Adaptive Capacity in Times of Great Change, Derek Wayne King

Adaptive Leadership: Strategies Used by U.S. Navy Command Senior Enlisted Leaders to Build Adaptive Capacity in Times of Great Change, Derek Wayne King

The Impact on General Education Preschool Teachers Mainstreaming Children With Special Needs: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study That Aims to Explore General Education Preschool Teacher Experiences Regarding Challenges and Strategies When Mainstreaming Students With Special Needs in the General Education Preschool Classroom, Magdalena Tapia Lamas

Breaking Barriers: A Delphi Study on Strategies Military Women of Color Use to Advance Into Senior Leadership in the California Air National Guard, Michelle Leon Carrasco

A Delphi Study of Effective Strategies for Addressing the Most Significant Barriers That Prevent the Successful Implementation of Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices as They Relate to Alleviating the Achievement Gap for African American Students, Candra Loftis

A Delphi Study on Strategic Behaviors from the Adaptive Leadership Framework Used by Successful CXOs for Business Agility in a Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity Environment, Sevak Markarian

Leadership Practices for High-Performing Teams: Insights From Senior Military General Officers and Flag Officers, Kimberly Mitchell

Phenomenological Study of Personality-Driven Leadership in Social Justice Nonprofits of the Pioneer Valley, Kelvin Molina-Brantley

How Directors or Service Coordinators of Veteran Support Services Use Four Servant Leadership Characteristics to Develop High-Performing Teams, Marcus Moore

How Supervisors Can Help Their Subordinates Manage Stress Post-COVID-19: A Phenomenological Qualitative Research Approach Focused on the Lived Experiences of Police Sergeants and Their Role in Helping Mitigate Stress Among Police Officers, Elvis Nti

Emotional Intelligence and Effective Leadership in Times of Global Crisis: A Mixed-Methods Study of Managers at Multilateral Development Institutions During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Bukola Ogunyemi

They Do Not See What I Carry: A Phenomenological Study of Black Male Educational Leaders and the Quiet Weight of Imposter Syndrome, Malik A. Richard

Returning to School After a Pandemic: Secondary Teacher Perspectives on Students Returning to School in Regard to Academic Achievement, Behavior, Mindset, and Social Connections, Manuel Rodrigues

The Impact of a Paid Work Experience on High School Students With Mild to Moderate Disabilities From the Parental Perspective, Lori Lee Schleinkofer

The Impact the Principal’s Social Power has on School Climate and Culture From the Perspective of African American Principals, Marissa Marion Smith

Returning to School after a Pandemic and the Lived Experiences of 9-12 Grade Athletic Coaches on Student-Athlete Success, Louie Vallejo