Meet Sylvia Jauregui! 🎓 Role: Senior Residence Hall Coordinator at Mizzou With 20+ years in Student Affairs, she oversees 2 residence halls. As NASPA Region IV-W's Communications Coordinator, she's organized annual conferences for 3 years! #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Lerone Briggs! Role: First and Second Year Experience Coordinator/Academic Advisor at Lincoln University After 20 years in secondary ed, he made the leap to higher ed, guiding students through their first college years. An ELPA alum, he’s back at Mizzou! #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Brian Lundberg! 🎓 Role: Supervisor in the Respiratory Therapy Department at University Hospital, Columbia, MO As supervisor Brian’s role is educating clinical staff, physicians, and patients. With Mizzou’s EdD for he’s ready to advance his career! #LeadLearnELPA

Good luck, ELPA students, as you tackle finals week! Your dedication and perseverance inspire us every day. Wishing you a happy and restful winter break filled with joy, relaxation, and maybe even a little celebration—you’ve earned it! #LeadLearnELPA #Finals

Meet Cortaiga Collins! Founder & Executive Director of The Foundation for Strengthening Families & Good Shepherd Early Learning Centers Cortaiga is expanding her impact by adding elementary schools, leading educators, and pursuing her ultimate goal—a doctorate! #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Michelle Kelly! Academic Support in Mizzou Athletics For 28 years, Michelle has supported student success, focusing on student-athletes from marginalized communities. Now in the EdD program, she’s excited to learn and grow with her cohort. Welcome to ELPA! #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Shawna Cullen! Regional Sales Manager at Anthology (EdTech) After 15+ years in Student Affairs, Shawna is thriving in EdTech. New to online learning, she’s excited to grow, connect with her cohort, and embrace this next chapter in Mizzou’s EdD program! #LeadLearnELPA

🎉 Congrats to ELPA EdD alum Dr. Egon Heidendal on his promotion to Associate Provost for Institutional Effectiveness at Missouri State University! He'll lead data-driven decision-making, assessment, & accreditation. Wishing him continued success! 🌟 #ELPAAlumni #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Nicole Bryant! PK-8 Assistant Principal at the American School of Tangier. With roles in coaching, curriculum, & teaching, Nicole’s passionate about education & policy analysis. Drawn to ELPA’s cohort model, she's eager to tackle teacher turnover challenges. #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Rachel Schneider! Learning Specialist in Mizzou Athletics’ Enhanced Learning Program. Passionate about student-athlete support, she aspires to lead a collegiate program. Drawn to ELPA’s pace & cohort model, she’s eager to grow with her peers! #LeadLearnELPA

Meet Bonnie Capes-Flanders! Middle School Principal at Crossroads South. With 10+ years as a leader & experience mentoring future principals, she’s passionate about growth. Drawn to Mizzou EdD for its faculty & structure, she’s ready to keep learning! #LeadLearnELPA

🎓Congrats to our 50+ December ELPA grads! Best wishes for success in your next chapter—you’ll always be part of the ELPA family! 💛🖤 ✨Undergrad: Fri, Dec 13 @ 2 PM ✨Grad Degrees: Sat, Dec 14 @ 12 PM 🎥 Livestream: commencement.missouri.edu #ELPAClassof2024 #LeadLearnELPA

📢 You're invited! Join us for The Hook Center’s Annual Assembly: “Building Together: Shaping the Future of Missouri Education.” 🗓️ March 8, 2025 📍 201 Townsend Hall, Columbia, MO Register here: mizzou.us/hcassembly25 For more info, contact Riley Rohler: [email protected]

Celebrating ELPA Success!🌟 Congrats to Dr. Emily Crawford Rossi, Juan José Reyes, Oksana Kozlova & Dr. Lisa Dorner on their new publication! Their research explores state-level grant funding for K-12 refugee education. Join us in celebrating this achievement! #LeadLearnELPA

Big congrats to Dr. Dajanae Palmer & Dr. Stephanie Hernandez Rivera! 🎉 Both have been recognized as ACPA Emerging Scholars for their impact on student affairs & higher ed. A well-deserved honor! 👏 #LeadLearnELPA

Ready to lead in education? Mizzou’s EdD program empowers professionals to drive change! 📢 Join our LAST Virtual Open House 📅 Wed, 2/26 | ⏰ 7 PM CST | 💻 Zoom Learn about the program, admissions & more! Email below to register now: [email protected]

Something BIG is happening in ELPA! 🎉 Stay tuned as we celebrate a remarkable achievement from one of our graduate students. Any guesses? 👀

Congrats to Dr. Paul Orscheln on being appointed Vice President of Enrollment and Student Services at Park University!Dr. Orscheln earned his EdD in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from Mizzou in 2012. Excited to see his continued impact in higher ed! #LeadLearnELPA

A huge congratulations to Dr. Lisa Dorner on receiving the 2024 Senior Scholar Reviewer Award for the Bilingual Research Journal! 🏆 Her work in bilingual education is an inspiration. We're so proud to have her in the ELPA community! #LeadLearnELPA

Congratulations Kenya! What a well-deserved recognition for all your hard work.