Student Testimonials
"I enjoy being apart of cohort 35 because we are all dedicated adult learners who come from all walks of life and who are invested in improving ourselves as leaders. We support each other through challenges and celebrate with each other through our successes. The faculty at Seattle University are inspiring and are dedicated to making a positive learning experience for everyone. I truly value the opportunity to learn, give feedback and see faculty use my input into future lessons. Throughout this learning experience, I have learned more about myself and how to be a successful leader in the ever-changing educational environment." Ashlee Norris, current EDLR doctoral student
"What I value most about the EDLR program is that it continually inspires me to be a leader for others.This program has challenged me to grow as an individual and helped me to recognize that being a leader is not about one's position, but about leading by example, living with integrity, and helping others to achieve their personal best." Marianne McGah, Theology and Campus Minister, Holy Names Academy, and EDLR doctoral student
"Leadership is an elusive concept, but Seattle University's EDLR program brings the concept to life. This doctoral program creates exciting new career paths for students through inspirational faculty, demanding curriculum, and a cohort model that encourages students to learn with each other throughout the life of their program." James Harvey, Director of the National Superintendents Roundtable and current EDLR doctoral student
Alumni Testimonials
Seattle University's Educational Leadership Program truly prepared me for leadership positions. The revisions build on the
program's strengths and will prepare leaders for the transformational changes we are facing in higher education, especially those of globalization and technology." Jill Wakefield, Chancellor of Seattle Community Colleges and EDLR alumna
"The EDLR Program at Seattle University is distinctive; it values the whole self, serves as a catalyst for positive social
change, and promotes an ethos of responsibility, stewardship and hope."Jaqueline Gustafson, Associate Dean, Northwest
University, EDLR alumna
"The knowledge and skills I received from the program have enhanced my ability to provide solid leadership and to be a
value added HR officer. I was looking for a focused program. The program is very convenient for students who work full time. Sharing
among the cohort members was invaluable as they were all full-time employees in leadership positions in public or private organizations." Ben Latsimado, Ed.D., Vice-president for Human Resources at Pasadena City College in California and EDLR alumnus
"The Educational Leadership program was a life-changing experience. It helped me develop and refine leadership concepts and
practices that contribute significantly to my effectiveness. I use best practices based on research in my work, and am making a
positive impact on and contribution to my community." Nick Brossoit, Ed.D., Superintendent, Edmonds School District and EDLR alumnus
"The education I received at Seattle University and the College of Education prepared me for a successful career as an educational administrator. I believe in Seattle University and the impact the College of Education is having in our community.That is why I decided to include the College of Education in my estate plans -- to pay forward the gift of education to future students. Dr. Pauline Cline, Ed.D., Educational Consultant and EDLR alumna
"A valuable aspect of my doctoral program was the individual mentoring I received. This helped me focus on my professional passion-promoting gender equity in developing countries-and clarify the priorities in my life. It made me think about how I can uniquely effect profound change on the world's disenfranchised people." Mahnaz Javid, Ed.D., Sr. Vice President, Global Learning and Development, Avanade Inc. and Executive Director, The Mona Foundation and EDLR alumna