My First TQR Conference Presentation

2024-03-13T16:27:53-07:00

Doctoral students Iris Nafshi and Denise Dziwak and their faculty mentor Annabelle Nelson presented at the TQR 15th Annual Conference Qualitative Inquiry; Access Denied?, February 29-March 1, 2024 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  by doctoral student Denise Dwizak Iris Nafshi, Denise Dziwak and Annabelle Nelson presented at the TQR 15th Annual Conference February 29-March 1, 2024 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Just recently, I had the privilege of presenting my doctoral research at the TQR Conference at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The experience was nothing short of transformative, marking my first official foray into the academic [...]

My First TQR Conference Presentation2024-03-13T16:27:53-07:00

Visiting Scholar Dr. Perry Reed Joins Media Psychology Research Group

2023-11-14T08:07:31-08:00

Perry Reed, Ph.D. Visiting scholar Perry Reed, Ph.D., has joined Fielding's Media Psychology Research Group. Dr. Reed is a media psychologist driven to help people and organizations leverage media and technology effectively. He earned his MA and PhD in media psychology from Fielding Graduate University, conducting his dissertation research on the intersections of artificial intelligence, human creativity, and the science of storytelling. He also holds a BS in cognitive science from UCLA. As a Visiting Scholar at Fielding Graduate University, Perry will work alongside faculty to lead the media psychology virtual research lab. Perry will mentor graduate students, conduct research, [...]

Visiting Scholar Dr. Perry Reed Joins Media Psychology Research Group2023-11-14T08:07:31-08:00

Drs. Andrews and Tuma Present at the 2023 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Actuaries

2023-11-02T17:07:44-07:00

Nov. 13-14, 2023 • Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, D.C. Envision Tomorrow, the American Academy of Actuaries Annual Meeting brings actuaries, policymakers, and thought leaders together to discuss today’s top issues while enjoying the sights of the nation’s capital. This event provides a platform for actuaries interested in learning more about public policy and professionalism to explore these issues and to engage directly with policymakers, regulators, and experts. Fielding Alumna Dr. Dorothy Andrews and Fielding faculty Dr. Regina Tuma will be part of a panel on Shedding Light on Hidden Bias in Big Data and Algorithms at the 2023 Annual Meeting [...]

Drs. Andrews and Tuma Present at the 2023 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Actuaries2023-11-02T17:07:44-07:00

Michele LaFleur Leaver Selected as a Best Reviewer Award Winner for AOM 2023

2023-10-27T08:54:42-07:00

Michele LaFleur Leaver, MS, MBA, MS, MA Fielding doctoral student Michele LaFleur Leaver was selected as a Best Reviewer Award Winner for the Academy of Management (AOM) Entrepreneurship Division 2023 program.In any scholarly endeavor, the role of a rigorous and constructive reviewer is often understated, yet it is essential for the advancement of research and scholarship. — Rachida Justo, Ph.D., 2023 Program Chair for the Entrepreneurship Division of AOMAccording to the 2023 Program Chair, Dr. Rachida Justo, the AOM Entrepreneurship Division is one of the largest in the Academy with more than 1,000 papers, symposia, and Professional Development Workshop (PDW) [...]

Michele LaFleur Leaver Selected as a Best Reviewer Award Winner for AOM 20232023-10-27T08:54:42-07:00

Fielding Alum Gisela Wendling Promoted to CEO of Grove Consultants International

2023-10-17T11:14:28-07:00

School of Leadership Studies Alum Promoted to CEO Dr. Gisela Wendling, Ph.D., (2005) was promoted to CEO of Grove Consultants International, one of the leading OD consulting firms in the world. Founded in 1977 by David Sibbet, The Grove Consultants International helps organizations, teams, and individuals envision and achieve change. They were among the first in the field of organization development to use visual techniques and tools in their work. With roots in visual facilitation, over several decades they have broadened their offerings to include team effectiveness, strategic planning, organization change, and communication design. They guide their clients through immersive and interactive processes. [...]

Fielding Alum Gisela Wendling Promoted to CEO of Grove Consultants International2023-10-17T11:14:28-07:00

Fielding Reception at ILA 2023 Vancouver, Canada

2023-10-20T11:27:39-07:00

Join Us for a Night of Connection and Celebration at the Fielding Reception - ILA 2023 Vancouver!  Date: Friday, October 13, 2023 Time: 07:30 pm PDT to 08:30 pm PDT Location: Century Plaza Hotel, 1015 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada The Office of Alumni Relations is thrilled to invite you to the highly anticipated Fielding Reception, a memorable evening of camaraderie and engagement during the ILA 2023 conference in Vancouver. This event promises to be a highlight of the conference, bringing together scholars, educators, and learners from around the world for an unforgettable gathering. Connect [...]

Fielding Reception at ILA 2023 Vancouver, Canada2023-10-20T11:27:39-07:00

ODC Doctoral Student Lynn Sitanimezi Invited Speaker at Boston University’s Black Media Symposium

2023-10-05T18:38:09-07:00

The Business Impact of DEI on Media Lyn Sitanimezi Lynn Sitanimezi ODC Doctoral Student was invited to participate as a speaker at a day-long symposium at BU. As part of a panel of DEI leaders, she illustrated why creating inclusive workplaces foster psychological safety and offered expert tips on how to create such flourishing work cultures. Black Media: Reflecting on the Past and Reimagining the Future is a day-long symposium created to highlight Black media professionals and their innovative and important work in the journalism, PR, marketing, advertising, and film industries. Symposium speakers have broken barriers in their [...]

ODC Doctoral Student Lynn Sitanimezi Invited Speaker at Boston University’s Black Media Symposium2023-10-05T18:38:09-07:00

Fielding Graduate University Proudly Supports the Pacific Pride Festival 2023

2023-09-05T08:40:09-07:00

Fielding at Pride 2023! It is always a beautiful experience to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride in Santa Barbara.  So pleased that among all the community supporters, there was a Fielding table with wonderful representatives. — Anna DiStefano, Ed.D., Provost Emerita Fielding Graduate University supported the 2023 Pacific Pride Festival, “Pride at the Beach,”  with a sponsor booth. The festival took place this past weekend on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in Chase Palm Park along the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline. The annual event celebrates the LGBTQ+ local, national, and worldwide communities. This year’s “Pride at the Beach” event had a particular [...]

Fielding Graduate University Proudly Supports the Pacific Pride Festival 20232023-09-05T08:40:09-07:00

Climate Crisis Demands Collective, Individual Leadership and Responsibility

2023-08-29T11:32:48-07:00

Not everyone can lower their carbon footprint, but every person can do one thing within a community context of support. As temperatures continued to rise this summer, with dire predictions that the next year will be hotter than the one that preceded it, communities around the globe have added climate adaptation and building resilient infrastructure to their list of priorities. Grim statistics greet us as we read news stories, ranging from the worldwide crash of the amphibian population to the decline of pollinators, so necessary for global food production. Recently, the increased temperatures in the southern Florida Keys have caused [...]

Climate Crisis Demands Collective, Individual Leadership and Responsibility2023-08-29T11:32:48-07:00

Fielding Graduate University Supporting Pacific Pride Festival on Aug. 26

2023-08-29T11:13:03-07:00

Fielding Graduate University Supporting Pacific Pride Festival on Aug. 26 Fielding Graduate University will support the 2023 Pacific Pride Festival in Santa Barbara this weekend. This year’s Pacific Pride Festival, hosted by the Pacific Pride Foundation, will be Saturday, Aug. 26 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. PT at Chase Palm Park Field. The all-day Pride at the Beach event will focus on Belonging and Access and have areas dedicated to Arts, Health, Outdoors, Spirituality, Social Justice, and more. Each year, Fielding participates in this local festival as a community partner with shared core values. Fielding staff volunteers will be at [...]

Fielding Graduate University Supporting Pacific Pride Festival on Aug. 262023-08-29T11:13:03-07:00
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