The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to determine how school administrators describe their use of discretion when making discipline decisions in the elementary school setting in South Carolina. The theoretical foundation of this study was the Theory of Justice Model by John Rawls. There were two research questions used in the…

This phenomenological study explored the perceptions of thirty-four CEOs of color of the underrepresentation of minorities serving in presidential roles at community colleges. Research has identified an underrepresentation of race and gender diversity among community college presidents that fails to mirror the racial and ethnic diversity of…

"Sacred Mission: A Study of Hiring for Mission in Catholic Schools via Self-Described Hiring Practices of Administrators" is a doctoral problem-based learning project examining the value of hiring for mission through a study of Catholic school administrators' self-described hiring practices and the correspondence between these…

"Sacred Mission: A Study of Hiring for Mission in Catholic Schools via Self-Described Hiring Practices of Administrators" is a doctoral problem-based learning project examining the value of hiring for mission through a study of Catholic school administrators' self-described hiring practices and the correspondence between these…

"Sacred Mission: A Study of Hiring for Mission in Catholic Schools via Self-Described Hiring Practices of Administrators" is a doctoral problem-based learning project examining the value of hiring for mission through a study of Catholic school administrators' self-described hiring practices and the correspondence between these…

"Sacred Mission: A Study of Hiring for Mission in Catholic Schools via Self-Described Hiring Practices of Administrators" is a doctoral problem-based learning project examining the value of hiring for mission through a study of Catholic school administrators' self-described hiring practices and the correspondence between these…

This mixed-methods study explored if there were alignment, or gaps, in leadership standards, preparation, and/or practice of a novice principal or assistant principal. Educational leadership preparation programs have been criticized for the lack of relevant context applicable in real-life settings. Quality leadership standards influence…

Much race-based educational research is focused on teachers interrupting systems of oppression in their classrooms, through methods such as curriculum and instruction, and preparing students to engage in the world (Alston, 2012; Bertrand & Rodela, 2017; Carpenter & Diem, 2013; Gooden & Dantley, 2012; Furman, 2012). I intentionally…

Philanthropy in higher education consists of gifts of financial funding from individuals, alumni, community advocates, parents, private companies, businesses, or foundations, to support a spectrum of items including scholarships, fellowships, academic programs, professorships, research, or development. In the 21st century, most public and private…

This doctoral study discussed ways of increasing student veteran transfers to 4-year colleges and universities while decreasing the state skills gap. A qualitative research methodology was employed to provide insight into how California's community college leaders perceive their role in improving student veterans' academic success from a shared…

Schools in the 21st century have grown increasingly complex and government mandates have compounded this complexity as principals have looked beyond their school to embrace stakeholders and authorities who view education from myriad perspectives. This qualitative case study examined the personal perspectives of leaders, reflecting upon their…

This research aims to determine the perceptions of sports managers on the concept of organization with the help of metaphors. The sample of study consists of 45 sports managers. In order to collect data in the study, "metaphor form" was prepared to determine the perceptions of the sport managers on the concept of organization. In the…

Studies suggest the COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted women. Related research and literature suggest leadership approaches commonly associated with women are more effective during crises, a notion that we sought to explore in this study. This investigation explored how senior women leaders in the UK Higher Education exhibited…

Mexico, one of the largest countries in the world, has seen more growth in online education than in-person instruction between 2013 and 2023. This study investigates the potential of online learning to increase access and quality of higher education in Mexico against this backdrop of growth. The study uses semi-structured interviews with 32…

Objectives: The research examined the impact of a national crisis on the research output of academic program and department heads in Israel, investigating how these leaders functioned in the face of prolonged uncertainty and exploring whether their administrative role resulted in personal costs. Methods: Data were drawn from interviews with 27…