Press release provided by Tiffin University TIFFIN UNIVERSITY, Tiffin, OH—Tiffin University will launch its first Ph.D. Program beginning fall semester 2019. The degree, Global Leadership and Change, was approved by the Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) at its meeting on Dec. 4, 2018. "This exciting step forward is in line with our commitment to Celebrating Cultural Uniqueness (CCU),” said TU President Dr. Lillian Schumacher. "CCU builds global and cultural appreciation into our institutional DNA and the word global is not limited to international, ethnicity or race. It also includes differences in gender, religion, region, financial situation, sexual orientation, or physical ability—all elements that shape a person’s worldview,” she said. “Global leaders are critical,” Schumacher continued, “especially in today’s complex and volatile political environment. Students who enroll in our Ph.D. program can expect to earn an education focused on leadership theory and practice that is inclusive of understanding, working with, and respecting others who are different from us. Providing this level of knowledge and ability sets TU apart from many other institutions of higher learning." “Global Leadership and Change was developed with the adult professional in mind,” said Dr. Kenneth Rauch, Director of the Ph.D. Program. “It was designed with a curriculum to recognize the challenges and tremendous opportunities within today’s cross-cultural work environment. Practitioners in leadership roles in today’s business and educational environments have often been excluded by the traditional delivery of Ph.D. programs and extensive residency requirements within these programs. TU’s degree is offered within the online format and features limited residency requirements. Flexibility and the relational approach of faculty engagement allow students to work independently, but never alone.” “It is imperative to gain as much exposure to other cultures and different perspectives as possible,” said Dr. Peter Holbrook, Provost. “Learning about how people in different cultures think, communicate, and achieve results will advance any career. It is TU’s intention to provide that learning environment for all of its students; especially those who enroll in this exciting new program.” For more information about TU’s Global Leadership and Change Ph.D. program, contact Dr. Kenneth Rauch at rauchk@tiffin.edu . About TIFFIN UNIVERSITY Founded in 1888, TU has become a premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies for success in a diverse world. The University enrolls students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Tiffin, Ohio, at several locations in Ohio, online, and in several foreign countries. The campus at Tiffin is a blend of traditional historic and modern buildings, creating a vibrant and warm home for a culturally diverse educational community. Throughout its history, TU has maintained its dedication to providing a professionally focused, learning-centered education to prepare students for successful careers and for productive and satisfying lives of excellence, leadership, and service. Tiffin University’s faculty offers a unique combination of practical application with scholarly knowledge. The TU approach to learning and skill set development insists on connecting students to the workplace as soon, and as often, as possible during their college experience through internships.