The University of West Alabama is proud to highlight the innovative research and academic achievements of our graduate students through thesis and dissertation defenses. These culminating presentations represent the dedication, intellectual curiosity, and scholarly contributions of our students to their fields of study. By exploring diverse topics and addressing real-world challenges, their research reflects UWA’s commitment to advancing knowledge and making a meaningful impact. Join us in celebrating their accomplishments and the significant role research plays in shaping the future.
Upcoming Defenses
Adam Goosby
EdD in Rural Education
A Comparison of Mathematics Intervention Methods: Overcoming Learning Loss Caused by COVID-19
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | 10:45 AM
Hillary Coats
EdD in Rural Education
Community Partner Perceptions of Online Service in Rural Communities
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | 9:00 AM
Tina Otralek
EdD in Rural Education
Tales From the Trenches: Teachers, Mental Health, and Rural Schools
Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 1:00 PM
Jason Tucker
EdD in Rural Education
Instructional Technology’s Impact on Mathematics Achievement in Rural Alabama
Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 3:00 PM
DeAnza Sheridan
EdD in Rural Education
Exploring Rural Parents’ Perceptions of Effective Academic Parental Involvement
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | 9:00 AM
Wilena McCarter
EdD in Rural Education
Rural School Counselors’ Using Technology to Address Professional Practice
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | 10:45 AM
Millicent Braxton
EdD in Rural Education
The Role of Information Communication Technologies in Facilitating Agricultural Extension Communication
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 1:00 PM
Lauren Davis
EdD in Rural Education
The Under-Identification of Dyslexia in Rural Schools: An Examination of Contributing Factors
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 3:00 PM