College of Doctoral Studies

'Warrior musician' hits first notes at GCU

Before Michael Maschmeier became a doctoral student at GCU, he was both a musician and combat soldier with the U.S. Marines. His war experience informed […]

Three GCU degrees are researcher's therapy and hope for others after tragedy

Her husband had a horrible accident 13 years ago, and he requires 24-7 care. How did Patricia Kay Reyna respond? She got three degrees from […]

Research community connects at two-day colloquium

The emotional and psychological aspects of Brazilian jiu jitsu. The impact of wearing masks while doing high-intensity exercise. The importance of innovation in a company’s […]

GCU is intentional in its job-focused curriculum

Story by Lana Sweeten-Shults, Mike Kilen, Lydia P. Robles and Rick VacekPhotos by Ralph Freso EDITOR'S NOTE: This story originally appeared in the February issue […]

Fall Commencement

Faculty member's true grit overcomes grief

Unexpected life events and tribulations were not enough to stop these GCU faculty from completing their doctoral journey. Walking across the commencement stage made it […]

Students open the door to fun dorm decor

One of the boons of campus living is embracing your own aesthetic, and students are doing that in residence halls that have consistently been ranked […]

Grad finished dissertation amid Afghan bombings

Stephen Lagerberg would be on Zoom one night as he pushed ahead to finish his dissertation and the next night might include a bombing at […]

Doctoral graduate self-publishes leadership book

After Dr. Ray Phillips completed his dissertation and earned his doctoral degree from GCU, his chair recommended that he keep writing. It was the push […]