College of Doctoral Studies

With tech programs, GCU sees its focus on the future

The launch of the two new programs signifies Grand Canyon University's re-emphasis on an academic commitment to training on science, technology, engineering and mathematics — […]

Research-to-practice translation is aim of degree

GCU's doctor of nursing practice, which was launched in the spring, begins a new session of courses this month with 90 nursing-leader students who are […]

Public education at crossroad, GCU paper warns

Without better training, pay and promotion for K-12 teachers, public education in the state will continue its downward spiral, according to a paper presented at […]

Michael Berger named dean of Doctoral Studies

Dr. Michael Berger, recently named dean of the College of Doctoral Studies, started at GCU as a temporary employee 10 years ago.

From Nepal to GCU: a tale of survival, determination

GCU's first international doctoral learner has an amazing story to tell, and not just because he's from Nepal. He wants to use his degree to […]

GCU's 1st Ph.D. a heady accomplishment

The first learner to complete the Ph.D. program at GCU impressed everyone with her efficiency, but she gives the credit to the presence of God […]

Star cyclist put pedal to doctoral mettle

Former Olympian from Sweden has applied the persistence learned as an athlete to her life as a College of Doctoral Studies learner.

New web pages link dissertation groups

In January, GCU's College of Doctoral Studies introduced Learner Dissertation Pages as an improvement to the Doctoral Community Network, putting the learner and the entire […]

Doctoral program offers 'write' alternative

A doctorate without a dissertation is now possible with a new degree program: education specialist with an emphasis in K-12 leadership.