About this Event
The Education Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) Program invites you to join us for the EdD Candidacy Pinning Ceremony, a milestone event honoring doctoral students who have achieved candidacy.
This ceremony honors the scholarly persistence, intellectual growth, and collective community that mark this pivotal transition in the doctoral journey. The evening centers on reflection, affirmation, and readiness for dissertation work, while welcoming family, mentors, and supporters to share in the moment.
The program will include opening remarks from ELPS leadership, a formal charge to candidates, a collective candidate pledge, and the pinning of each EdD candidate by their dissertation chair or ELPS representative. Light refreshments and fellowship will follow the ceremony.
Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: SOE Minor Building Auditorium
Charge to Candidates
Dr. Kofi LeNiels
Assistant Professor, Towson University
This ceremony reflects the ELPS commitment to scholarly excellence, community, and leadership preparation. We look forward to celebrating this meaningful academic milestone together.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Howard University School of Education, 2441 4th Street Northwest, Washington, United States
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