The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education

Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education

Programs Challenge yourself in our intellectually rich and supportive learning environment guided by the highest standards of scholarship and a commitment to equity, diversity and social justice.
Collaborative Specializations Our department is home to three collaborative specializations, and participates in a number of them. Explore what collaborative specializations are available to students in the Department of LHAE. Overview
Future Students Join a community of passionate changemakers and emerging leaders where you'll feel valued, motivated, and engaged.
Current Students Reach your goals and access our network including a world-class education library, modern technology, clubs, career services, health, wellness, academic writing and other supports.
People Connect with our supportive community of learners, educators, researchers and alumni committed to producing and advancing education knowledge around the globe.
Research Discover research by our thoughtful and highly skilled scholars, educators, policy analysts and academic practitioners at one of North America’s most research-intensive faculties of education.
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Welcome to the Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education

The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education (LHAE) at the 91ֱ�� is a dynamic and inclusive learning community comprised of scholars focused on educational leadership and administration, policy and change, social justice and community engagement.

Our department considers education broadly, as it occurs inside and outside of formal educational settings. Our courses and programs consider relations between different social settings, such as families, workplaces, local communities, and national and international contexts.

Themes running through our research and teaching include equity and social justice, professional education, policy studies, educational leadership and organizations and adult learning within institutions and settings.

Prospective Students...Join our to learn more about our amazing programs and future events..

Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle are now open. Apply Today !!

Graduate Programs

Adult Education & Community Development

Educational Leadership & Policy

Higher Education

Collaborative Specializations

Comparative, International, and Development Education

Workplace Learning and Social Change

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