At Jessup University, the Office of Academic Research (OAR) exists to inspire and coordinate scholarship across academic disciplines for the various schools and institutes. The goal of the office is to assist faculty in contributing to the knowledge base in their disciplines. The Office of Academic Research works to ensure the alignment of university supported academic research with Jessup’s mission and goals.
OAR houses the regulatory research body of Jessup University: The Institutional Review Board (IRB). IRB oversees human research activities at Jessup in accordance with Federal regulations.
Dr. Liz Stanley
Office of Academic Research Director
Our Work
Coordinate Jessup Research Colloquium and Projects of Distinction Awards for undergraduate scholarship each semester of the academic year.
Report to the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) on progress in research development and on support for scholarly activities.
Work with Faculty Personnel Council and Graduate Academic Committee to set research expectations and further Jessup’s research and graduate cultures.
Research Colloquium
In coordination with the VPAA Office, OAR presents a Research Colloquium each semester. The Colloquium highlights Jessup faculty research across schools, centers, and institutes. Research Colloquiums are open to the entire Jessup community, drawing an audience of students, staff, faculty, and the public.
Presenters and Research Topics
Dr. Hervey Taylor III
“K-12 Educational Leadership: A Textbook to Prepare California School Administrators”
Arvinder Ginda & Peter Constant Jr.
“A Socio-Cognitive Model for Examining Indoctrination”
Ray Bryant, MBA
“Using AI for Qualitative Program Evaluation”
Pete Constant & Dr. Ed Laverone
“Help! I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Afford the Tax!: Controversial Fire Response Fees in CA”
Dr. Abbey Feely
“Student-Centered Learning in the College History Classroom”
Dr. Mark Moore
“Creedal Hermeneutics”
Dr. Kay Llovio
“Exploring a Spiritual Dimension of Leadership through the Hermeneutics of Testimony”
Patrick McDougall
“Developing and Implementing a Shared Vision”
Dr. Linda Sommerville
“Thriving as a Second Chair Leader”
Richard Yang
“Breaking Through the Secular Mold: How to Cultivate Responsible and Moral Leaders in the Age of Rationalization”
Dr. Dorisa Costello
“Naming Piranesi: Undoing Harmful Tropes in Literature”
Drs. Richard Mullis and Scott Masten
“Meaning, Morality, and Mental Heath: An Exploratory Study”
Dr. Lois Harmon
“Pursuing Purpose”
Rev. Dr. Marilyn Williams
“Calling, or Voting-In, a Woman as Lead Pastor”
Library Grant Resources
The Paul Nystrom Library at Jessup University helps faculty, students, staff, and community members in discovering funding sources. The library subscribes to Grantwatch.com for on campus only access to view current grants, funding opportunities, awards, contracts, and archived grants that will soon be available again from foundations, corporations, states, locales and the federal government. Our Librarians are available to assist faculty in using library tools and resources throughout the entire research life span.
Projects of Distinction
Spring 2024
Undergraduate students at Jessup are encouraged to become involved in the research life of the University. One of the hallmarks of undergraduate scholarship at Jessup is the Capstone project. The OAR, with the support of VPAA’s office, honors outstanding capstone projects as Projects of Distinction. Selected by their respective school faculty and Dean, the honorees receive a certificate, designation in the Commencement program, and are announced at the Commencement ceremony or Celebration Chapel.
School of Education
Kaylee Gillespie, Liberal Studies
“Teaching Performance Assessment”
School of Humanities & the Arts
Devon Hammeke, Criminal Justice
“AB-2496 Accountability in Action: Policy Analysis and Recommendations”
School of Natural & Applied Sciences
Tyler Grimaldo, Biblical Studies
“The Idol that Breathes: Humanity as God’s Image in the Cosmic Sanctuary”
School of Theology & Leadership
Jessica Holbea, Kinesiology
“Effectiveness of Adaptive Spoons on Various Severities of Hand Tremors”
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