About Us

The Educational Leadership Department prepares candidates in PK-12 school who aspire to be equity-driven school leaders, responsible for empowering engaged, inspired, and successful learners.

Our Mission

Our mission is to prepare future school leaders who desire to make a powerful difference in the lives of students.

  • Learn how to respond to emerging challenges and opportunities facing schools 
  • Lead and nurture the capacity of others toward a vision of excellence for all demographic groups of students
  • Transform schools into dynamic learning communities that focus on results

Research & Projects

Department faculty are involved in several research projects, centers and initiatives that provide opportunities for continuous leadership development.