Bridging the Funding Gaps Between PhDs and EdDs: A Closer Look at Educational Equity

Explore the overlooked disparities in funding between PhD and EdD programs in our latest blog post. While PhDs often enjoy ample financial support through grants and assistantships, EdDs—focused on applying educational leadership in real-world settings—face significant funding shortages. This blog delves into how these economic barriers not only discourage talented individuals from advancing in educational leadership but also perpetuate socioeconomic inequalities within the field. Join us as we advocate for more equitable funding solutions that support all forms of doctoral education and foster a diverse array of leaders in education. Read more to discover actionable steps toward funding equity and why it matters for the future of educational innovation.

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Community is Curriculum: Rethinking Doctoral Education Through Virtual Connection

What if every doctoral course included a virtual meet-up—not for grades, but for genuine connection? In this post, I explore how one simple shift could transform the scholar-practitioner journey, build belonging, and make community an intentional part of the curriculum.

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Mentoring Scholar-Practitioners: What It Is, and What It Isn't

Mentoring EdD students isn’t about being the expert in the room—it’s about journeying with them. This blog from The EdD Project explores the power of developmental mentoring, knowing your capacity, and the importance of humility in nurturing authentic scholar-practitioner relationships.

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Capella Ain’t the Problem: Access Is

This blog challenges the narrative that only degrees from “prestigious” universities matter in a world where educational elitism still dominates. Capella Ain’t the Problem: Access Is unapologetically defends nontraditional doctoral journeys and spotlights the real issue: structural barriers that limit access to higher education. If you believe impact matters more than pedigree, this one’s for you.

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