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IDPEL has been the finest example of real learning I’ve ever experienced. It is a life changing process. - Dr. Phyllis Genareo, IDPEL Graduate and Assistant Professor of Education, Director of Secondary Education, Grove City College
IDPEL has created an environment for me where personal growth is expected, recognized and rewarded; where the opportunity to accomplish challenging tasks inspires me to give my very best; where leadership is a lifelong journey - not a trip, where friendships and team work flourish, where the professors are the leading learners. - Dr. Jane Johnston, IDPEL Student and Educational Consultant, Central Instructional Support Center
I am confident that graduates of the IDPEL Program will have the vision and skills to move the American Educational System to prominence. - Dr. Patrick E. Crawford, IDPEL Graduate and Superintendent, Bedford Area S.D.
I have been through numerous graduate study programs including one where I earned superintendent’s certification. However, the IDPEL Program was a far richer educational experience and I met colleagues that I expect will be life-long friends! - Dr. Elaine Brown, IDPEL Graduate & Superintendent, Carlynton School District
My IDPEL experience was everything I had hoped for and more. I was given the knowledge and skills to be an educational leader, and even more important, I gained the confidence to move forward with a vision. - Dr. Roseann Nyiri, IDPEL Graduate and Superintendent, Spring Valley S.D.
IDPEL provides the opportunity to learn, not only from your professors, but also provides countless interactions with other cohort members. The variety of backgrounds and job responsibilities they each bring allows for the collegial sharing of knowledge among the Cohort which is a key facet of the IDPEL experience. - Michael Allison, IDPEL Student, Principal, Hopewell Area S.D.
IDPEL provided an exceptionally professional and supportive experience to cohort members. The work was challenging, but the faculty, staff, and the cohort members all contributed to the "community of scholars." - Dr. Jarol Devoge, IDPEL Graduate and Curriculum Director, Intermediate Unit 1
The strength of the Duquesne/Shippensburg IDPEL program is two-fold. First, faculties from two universities bringing to the table a high regard for teaching, research, and service. Second, the community of scholars, both students and faculty, truly respect, care for, and value all in the learning community. - Dr. James Ryland, Professor, Shippensburg University
Being a member of the IDPEL cohort of 2000 has been both a deep honor and a life changing experience for me. Our professors have modeled the true meaning of servant leadership to our community of learners. As an educator, my belief that teaching is the highest of callings has been deepened and enhanced throughout my IDPEL experiences. To echo the words of Cicero, "What greater or higher gift can we give than to teach?" Carpe’ Diem!!! - Dr. Geraldine Jenny, IDPEL Graduate and Professor of Education, Thiel College
The IDPEL program is unique in that all participants come together in unity, support one another to solve educational problems by making informed decisions. The goal from day one is to eliminate the ABD statistic, so participants work together in accomplishing that goal. - Dr. Joseph Merhaut, IDPEL Graduate and Professor, Slippery Rock State University
IDPEL is a refreshing method to learn the current educational news. The cohort members and Duquesne staff show an unusual amount of support throughout the program - it appears the goal of the current cohort members is to help everyone succeed. - Veronica Rozic, IDPEL Student and Assistant Principal, Butler Area Senior High School
The IDPEL Program is a unique opportunity in today’s world. It allows one to not just learn educational theory, but to experience it in everyday practical ways. It provides rich opportunities to grow professional and personal relationships and most of all it challenges each and every cohort member to grow and learn both as individuals and as a group. - Janet Sloand Armstrong, IDPEL Student and Director, PA Training and Technical Assistance Center
You have a fine program developed. - Dr. Richard D. Miller, Former Executive Director, American Association of School Administrators (AASA)
IDPEL is a very unique doctoral program where building meaningful relationships with colleagues, growing as a learner, and stretching your thinking processes are held in the highest regard. - Susan B. McLaughlin, IDPEL Student and School Psychologist, Alleg. Intermediate Unit
Since the publication of the (AASA) standards, Duquesne University in Pittsburgh has created an interdisciplinary doctoral program for educational leaders based on them. … Student progress is gauged by self, peer, and mentor formative assessments. This assessment process includes peer and mentor-assisted problem-based learning to help each student meet each standard. The program emphasis is less on lecture seat time and course sequence, more on applying knowledge and skill to real and simulated problems in cooperative learning groups. - Dr. John R. Hoyle, Professor or Educational Administration, Texas A&M University
The IDPEL Program is "Leadership Personified." Learning and developing leadership skills through a balanced curriculum of theory, practice and friendship. The bonds created open a whole network of scholars at your fingertips. IDPEL is caring people devoted to making doctorate studies more meaningful. - Janet M. Walsh, IDPEL Student and Principal, West Allegheny Middle School
I certainly agree with all of your assumptions and undergirding beliefs in the Program. Maybe we can be catalysts for (societal) change if we have the kind of leadership IDPEL can provide. - Dr. Carl L. Marburger, Consultant in Education, Former New Jersey Commissioner of Education
IDPEL is comparable to being on a sports team; you cannot succeed without the support and participation of your group members (teammates). You are coached by mentors, group advisors and instructors. You know you won the championship game when all your group members complete the program. - Roberta Page, IDPEL Student and Director of Athletics, Shippensburg University
The IDPEL Program is affirmation that, ‘Leadership can be Developed.’ IDPEL developed my leadership skills through varied learning activities, involving the precise balance of theory, research, and practice. The IDPEL Program advanced the knowledge and skills necessary for me to effectively execute my duties as a commissioned school district administrator. - Dr. Timothy F. McNamee, IDPEL Graduate and Superintendent, Mohawk Area School District
IDPEL is an absorbing, relevant experience that inspires leadership and inter-personal skills for a lifetime. -Dr. Valeri R. Helterbran, IDPEL Graduate and Principal, Ligonier Valley Middle School
IDPEL builds educational leaders. The foundation comes from a focus on the spirit and the soul. The bricks in the construction are the first class academics and research. The mortar that adheres the program to the scholar is the teamwork through the cohorts. - Michele Jacobs, IDPEL Student and Adjunct Professor, Duquesne University
It is always encouraging to know that my cohort is there to lend me a hand anytime I need someone to help me up. - Kenneth Jenkins, IDPEL Student and Prncipal, Shippensburg Area S.D.
The IDPEL experience has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had in my 28 years in education. The leaders are knowledgeable and easy to communicate with on a daily basis. Bonds are developed not only with fellow cohort members, but all staff members. This truly is a group experience which helps each individual cross great barriers from early on in the program. Collegial relationships are not only important today, but also in the future as we spread our love of children and the educational process. - Joseph Snoke, IDPEL Student and Principal, Northeastern S.D.
As the principal of a high school of Maryland, I had been searching for a program that was rigorous and provided the supports necessary to "juggle" both professional and personal obligations. After interacting with the teaching staff and completing an outstanding Professional Seminar session this past summer, I know this is the place to be! I am looking forward to the next four years and am proud to be a member of the 2005 cohort. - David Reeder, IDPEL Student and Principal, Board of Education of Washington County, MD
IDPEL is the perfect doctoral program for the educational elader who truly values and embraces the concept of team leadership and being a team player. If you recognize that leadership does not happen in a vacuum and desire to enhance your leadership abilities, then you should jump at the opportunity to become a member of the community of scholars at IDPEL. - Michael Jones, IDPEL Student and Assistant Principal, Dauphin County Technical School | 
