The Village
We learn together. We grow together. We finish together.
Welcome to the Village, where doctoral scholars gather to encourage one another, celebrate milestones, share wisdom, and remember that no one earns a doctorate alone.
Community Highlights
Celebrating our Scholars and the milestones we achieve together.
Dr. Christian Adeleke Successfully Defends
Congratulations to Dr. Adeleke on successfully defending his dissertation!
Recent Highlights
• Dr. Janet Jefferson Graduates
• Welcome Dr. Melva Giles as Chair of Research
• August Learning Lab Registration Open
• APADS Resource Vault Launch
Continue the Conversation
The Learning Lab may be over, but the conversation continues. Share reflections, ask questions, and continue learning with fellow scholars.
This Month's Learning Prompt
"What is one strategy that helped you move your research forward this month?"
Reflect before our next Learning Lab and bring one insight to share.
Learning Lab Discussions
Explore discussion prompts, reflections, and key takeaways from previous Learning Labs. Continue learning from the collective wisdom of the Village.
September 2026
Re-Centering the Scholar
Reconnect with your scholarly purpose, rediscover your research voice, and clarify where you are in your doctoral journey. This Learning Lab helps scholars re-enter with confidence, clarity, and renewed direction.
October 2026
Structure Before Speed
Build a strong academic foundation by understanding committee expectations, strengthening your research framework, and organizing your work before producing more pages. Clarity creates confidence.
November 2026
Sustaining Momentum, Protecting Energy
Learn practical strategies for maintaining progress while balancing work, family, and life. This session emphasizes resilience, emotional well-being, and writing consistently without striving for perfection.
December 2026
Collective Reflection & Kwanzaa Ceremony
Celebrate the journey through reflection, community, and the principles of Kwanzaa. Together we honor scholarly growth, reaffirm our purpose, and recognize that every step forward is worthy of celebration.
January 2027
Intentional Re-Engagement
Begin the new year with realistic goals, renewed focus, and a practical roadmap for dissertation completion. Learn how intentional planning leads to sustainable scholarly progress.