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 gradua
08/05/2026
The beginning of August brings more great DCCL news! Latera Addison (Texas Cohort 2) successfully defended her dissertation. Her work, entitled "IDEAs Policies in Practice: The Views of Special Education Professionals on the Effectiveness of Transition Planning, Preparing Students with Disabilities for Success After High School," was supported by her committee, Drs. Sandra Balkema, Asha Bell, and Philip Ortiz!
Congratulations, Dr. Addison!
07/28/2026
The month of July continues to deliver great news for DCCL candidates and alumni! Today, Henri Dally (Texas Cohort 1) successfully defended his dissertation. His work, entitled "A Guide for Identifying and Reporting Students of Concern," was supported by his committee, Drs. Jackie Thomas, Sandra Balkema, and Sheldon Moss!
Congratulations, Dr. Dally!
07/24/2026
More exciting DCCL news on this beautiful July day in Michigan! Today, Hollie Stephenson (Cohort 14) successfully defended her dissertation. Her work, entitled "Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Inclusion of In-Person Learning Experiences in a Fully Online Teacher Education Program" was supported by her committee, Drs Gary Hauck, Don Burns, and Celeste Diehm!
Congratulations, Dr. Stephenson!
07/24/2026
And the great news continues! John Thiel (Cohort 15) was named Vice President for Academic Affairs at Kirtland Community College, MI.
Wishing you the best in your next chapter. Congratulations, John! 👏
07/24/2026
We have more DCCL news to share, Tamara Williams (Cohort 13) became Aspen Rising Presidents Fellow.
Congratulations on your amazing accomplishment, Tamara ! 🎊 👏
07/24/2026
Great news from our DCCL alum Chad Breeden (Cohort 8) on being appointed Interim President of Terra State Community College (OH).
Congratulations, Chad! 🎊 👏
07/17/2026
More great DCCL news to share from alum Curt Oldfield, Cohort 7. Curt was named the seventh President of Lincoln Land Community College, IL. Curt is excited and looks forward to writing this new chapter at Lincoln Land. Congratulations Dr. Oldfield! 🎊
07/17/2026
Great news to share from DCCL alum Shelley Barkley, Cohort 7. Shelley will become the ninth president of Spoon River College, Macomb campus, IL and the first woman to serve in that role in SRC's 66-year history. Shelley is expected to take office on August 31. Congratulations Dr. Barkley! 🎊
06/24/2026
We have some great news to share! Sean Huddleston, Cohort 7, is starting a new chapter as Senior Vice President of Programs and Membership at NABA Inc.
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Congratulations, Sean!
I am so excited to join such an outstanding organization and amazing team. NABA Inc. has been a nationally recognized and highly respected leading organization for Business, Accounting, and Finance… | Dr. Sean L. Huddleston I am so excited to join such an outstanding organization and amazing team. NABA Inc. has been a nationally recognized and highly respected leading organization for Business, Accounting, and Finance professionals, students, and entrepreneurs for over 50 years. Under the strong, visionary leadership o...
06/22/2026
Dr. Sandy Balkema was celebrated for her 41 years of service to Ferris State University last Saturday at an event hosted by her family. Old friends and new reminisced about her time with DCCL.