Currently enrolled in the M.A.Ed. Trauma and Resilience Program, we asked student Cherry Price to tell us about her experience thus far pursuing her graduate education degree at Concordia University St. Paul. Why did you want to work in education? What inspired you? In my 25 years of working with
What Concerns Did You have Before Pursuing a Graduate Program? I honestly did love earning my master’s degree at Concordia University St. Paul (CSP)! My cohort met every Thursday evening for an hour. I will admit, the very first class was extremely intimidating to me as it was a new
Every job has its stresses and can have periods where one may experience anxiety or dissatisfaction. These periods typically pass with time, a vacation, or even words of encouragement from a colleague or supervisor. It can be different for those of us in the education sector. Most educators thrive on
In today’s highly competitive career market, continuing education, professional growth, and lifelong learning are critical for all fields regarding personal and professional growth. Often, our choice to continue our academic growth related to our career fields is what will make you stand out in a crowded field. This investment of
From the start of the program until the end, Concordia University St. Paul was always responsive, helpful, and professional in navigating all logistics from enrollment through graduation. Continuing your professional learning is a big step and commitment that requires thoughtfulness and some anxiety. I could not have had a better experience
Convenient/Accelerated Format Earning one’s master’s degree is a powerful tool in strengthening one’s knowledge and view of the world. It is also often a way to advance one’s position or salary. However, time and money are typically two reasons that hold people back from pursuing a master’s degree. Concordia University
What does the program encompass? The M.A.Ed. with an emphasis Trauma and Resilience in Education Settings prepares teachers and educational leaders with highly effective professional skills to apply to current practices, builds strong ethical decision-making foundations supporting urgent responses to the many challenges that arise daily in the diverse field
What programs do you teach at Concordia University St. Paul? What drew you to this field of study? What keeps you excited about it? I have the privilege of teaching in both the M.A. in Educational Leadership and the M.A. in Differentiated Instruction programs. I was drawn to these areas because of the work I do as a principal in Minneapolis. I want to provide instruction to adults who want to better serve
What program do you teach at Concordia University St. Paul? What drew you to this field of study? What keeps you excited about it? I currently teach in the Ed.S. Educational Leadership program. I’m currently a practitioner in the field, having served 21 years as a principal and currently as
Effective educational leaders have a strong guiding power — a dream, a vision, or moral purpose. This vision drives them to want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. It encourages them to create a purpose that will make the world a better place. It motivates them to
