-

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Leaders and Scholars Present at 14th Annual the Qualitative Review Conference

Scholars will be presenting at event focused on qualitative research methodology

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Faculty and graduate students with the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies join the proceedings of The Qualitative Review (TQR) 14th Annual Conference, “Living in a Post-Covid World,” taking place February 16-18, 2023.

The event is intended for the qualitative research community, and the theme invites qualitative researchers to share lessons from qualitative inquiries on all aspects of life from all around the world now that COVID-19 has become endemic in human existence. Researchers are invited to share how their work as a qualitative researcher and educator has changed and evolved to meet this era. The event offers presentations, workshops, and panels with presenters from around the world.

“The Qualitative Review is a great opportunity for our scholars, students and faculty, to reflect on their own research process and share their findings in a global community,” states Hinrich Eylers, Ph.D., P.E., vice provost, College of Doctoral Studies at University of Phoenix. “We are pleased to have a robust group attending again this year, with the College of Doctoral Studies well represented across topics and industry focus areas.”

There were 24 scholars and researchers from University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies, faculty and graduate students, accepted to present 10 presentations for the TQR Annual Conference this year, including the following panels and presentations:

  • Mark McCaslin, Ph.D., with the Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research (CLSOR) at University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies, will present on “Research Frameworks for Grounded Theory Designs.”
  • Sandra Sessoms-Penny, Ed.D., and Joy Taylor, Ed.D, from the Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR), will present on “K-12 Educational Leadership Responding to the Educational Climate During COVID-19: Narrative Inquiry.”
  • From the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR), Louise Underdahl, Ph.D., Patricia Akojie, Ph.D., Shawishi Haynes, Ed.D., Myrene A. Magabo, D.Comm., Rheanna Reed, D.M., Maureen Marzano, Ph.D., MBA, Margo Patterson, MD, DNP-C, and Mar Narvarro, Ph.D., will co-present on “Removing Educator/Employer Silos in a Post-Covid World.”

A complete schedule of the conference presentations and proceedings including more University of Phoenix presenters is available here.

Learn more about the TQR 14th Annual Conference event and registration here.

About the College of Doctoral Studies

University of Phoenix’s College of Doctoral Studies focuses on today’s challenging business and organizational needs, from addressing critical social issues to developing solutions to accelerate community building and industry growth. The College’s research program puts students in the center of an effective ecosystem of experts, resources and tools to help prepare them to be a leader in their organization, industry and community. Through this program, students and researchers work with organizations to conduct research that can be applied in the workplace in real time.

About University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix is continually innovating to help working adults enhance their careers in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant courses, interactive learning, and Career Services for Life® help students more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives. For more information, visit phoenix.edu.

Contacts

Sharla Hooper
University of Phoenix
sharla.hooper@phoenix.edu

University of Phoenix


Release Versions

Contacts

Sharla Hooper
University of Phoenix
sharla.hooper@phoenix.edu

Social Media Profiles
More News From University of Phoenix

White Paper on Leadership Opportunities for AI to Increase Employee Value Released by University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies announces a new white paper, “Leadership Opportunities for Increasing Employee Value through Artificial Intelligence,” authored by Andrew C. Lawlor, PhD, and Pamayla E. Darbyshire, DHA, MSN/CNS, both Fellows at the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR). The paper examines how leaders can use AI, especially generative AI, to address skills gaps, restore worker autonomy, and shift employees...

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Researchers Present on Harnessing Generative AI Tools for Student Engagement at 2025 AECT International Convention

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Researchers from the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) presented “Transforming Higher Education: Harnessing Generative AI for Student Engagement” at the 2025 Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) International Convention in Las Vegas. Presenters Jessica Sylvester, Ed.D.,, and Melinda Kulick, Ed.D., are both research fellows in CEITR and reported results from...

University of Phoenix Supports 2025 Veterans Day Parade as Medal of Honor Sponsor

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix is proud to be a Medal of Honor sponsor supporting the annual Phoenix Veterans’ Day Parade, managed and presented by the nonprofit Honoring America's Veterans on November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. MST. The annual parade honors the service and sacrifices of U.S. military veterans and their families; this year’s parade theme is “America, Our Guiding Light.” “Today is about gratitude and community. At University of Phoenix, we are grateful of our veter...
Back to Newsroom