Ferris State University - Doctorate in Community College Leadership

Ferris State University - Doctorate in Community College Leadership The Ferris doctor of education (Ed.D.) program was created for leaders of mission-driven, 21st-century community colleges.

Courses are taught by experienced college leaders, including current and recent community college presidents, vice presidents, and deans. This program is designed to prepare leaders for the changing environments in education. This inquiry-based, problem-solving, action-oriented approach is designed to develop the essential skills that will lead to success, regardless of the level from which graduates will lead. Topics include finance, technology, resource development, marketing, teaching and learning, policy, and leadership. A key feature of the program is that the dissertation may take any of four forms and is integrated throughout the three-year program, with a goal of having individuals complete the dissertation by the end of the three years of the program.

This lovely Friday afternoon in September —World Dream Day, a day to celebrate achievements —we have more good news! Emi...
09/25/2026

This lovely Friday afternoon in September —World Dream Day, a day to celebrate achievements —we have more good news! Emily Halvorson-Otts (Cohort 12) successfully defended her dissertation. Her work, entitled "Investigating the Experiences of Culturally Responsive Mentoring Training on Community College STEM Faculty," was supported by her committee, Drs. Shani Farr Newton, Tomeka Cross Wilson, and Sheila Jones!
Congratulations, Dr. Halvorson-Otts!

We are excited to share more good news! Danyelle Gregory, Cohort 7, has officially been named Vice President for Institu...
09/25/2026

We are excited to share more good news! Danyelle Gregory, Cohort 7, has officially been named Vice President for Institutional Culture and Campus Experience at Western Michigan University.

Congratulations, Danyelle! 👏

There's nothing quite like a crisp autumn day in Michigan, and it's the perfect time to share a new beginning for Dan Ei...
09/23/2026

There's nothing quite like a crisp autumn day in Michigan, and it's the perfect time to share a new beginning for Dan Eichinger (Cohort 15). Dan recently joined Kalkomey as Vice President of Public Affairs, Partnerships, and Public Relations. Kalkomey has helped agencies and organizations make participation in outdoor activities safer, more accessible and more meaningful.

Congratulations, Dan! 👏

Higher education is evolving, and our campuses need visionary leaders who understand the unique mission of community col...
09/16/2026

Higher education is evolving, and our campuses need visionary leaders who understand the unique mission of community college's. Are you looking to shape the future of student success on your campus?

If you are ready to transition into executive leadership, our Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program is designed for working professionals like you. Gain practical strategies, policy insights, and the professional network you need to drive institutional change.

Apply now https://www.ferris.edu/ces/ccleadership/application.htm

Learn more about our upcoming cohorts, register here for an upcoming virtual open house: https://connect.ferris.edu/portal/dccl_events

Explore all of the details on applying for the Doctorate in Community College Leadership at Ferris State University.

Exciting news to brighten your day on this rainy Michigan day! Chris MacKersie, Cohort 12, has recently been appointed I...
09/15/2026

Exciting news to brighten your day on this rainy Michigan day! Chris MacKersie, Cohort 12, has recently been appointed Interim Chief Information Officer at Lansing Community College.

Congratulations, Chris! 👏

We have exciting news to share! Amanda Flaugher, Cohort 10, was nominated for the EAB 2026 Future Presidents Intensive, ...
09/09/2026

We have exciting news to share! Amanda Flaugher, Cohort 10, was nominated for the EAB 2026 Future Presidents Intensive, a seven-week leadership experience designed exclusively for senior executives exploring a future presidency.

Congratulations, Amanda! 👏

If you're considering pursuing a doctoral degree, please drop in to our Virtual Open House session tonight Wednesday, Se...
09/09/2026

If you're considering pursuing a doctoral degree, please drop in to our Virtual Open House session tonight Wednesday, September 9th at 7pm EDT to learn more about the DCCL program. We'd love to talk with you and answer any questions you have. Stop in to learn about the program options! We look forward to seeing you!
Register here: https://connect.ferris.edu/portal/dccl_events

There's no better way to start the Fall semester than with exciting news from our DCCL student, Kevin D'Alessandro, Coh...
09/03/2026

There's no better way to start the Fall semester than with exciting news from our DCCL student, Kevin D'Alessandro, Cohort 15. His research highlights the need for faculty to recreate the connection of the in-person classroom in a digital space. Kevin's article, "A Sense of Belonging: Asynchronous Learning with a Human Face" has been published through NISOD's Innovation Abstracts!

Congratulations, Kevin!

With the excitement of fall semester all around us, like our students, we're energized about the upcoming year and the m...
09/02/2026

With the excitement of fall semester all around us, like our students, we're energized about the upcoming year and the many opportunities for learning and growth! If you're considering pursuing a doctoral degree, please drop in one of our Virtual Open House sessions to learn more about the DCCL program. We'd love to talk with you and answer any questions you have. Our next fall session is Wednesday, September 9th at 7pm EDT.
Stop in to learn about the program options! We look forward to seeing you!
Register here: https://connect.ferris.edu/portal/dccl_events

As August comes to a close, more good DCCL news! Jennifer Kempa (Cohort 12) successfully defended her dissertation. Her ...
08/28/2026

As August comes to a close, more good DCCL news! Jennifer Kempa (Cohort 12) successfully defended her dissertation. Her work, entitled "Bridging the Gap: Institutional Support Systems for Allied Health Professionals Transitioning from Clinical Practice to Academia," was supported by her committee, Drs. Jasmine Dean, Maria McCormick, and Sherri Donovan !

Congratulations, Dr. Kempa!

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