RESEARCH SUMMIT # Knowledge Without Boundaries ## Oct. 17-19, 2024 ## ABOUT OUR VIRTUAL KWB SUMMIT ### Theme: Rise of the Scholar-Practitioner The 2024 Knowledge Without Boundaries (KWB) 11th annual conference serves as a dynamic forum for research, while also exploring the innovative possibilities for advancing the value prospects amongst industry practices, scholar-practitioner engagement, and ever-evolving research concerning pivotal societal issues. [View the summary](/research/events/summit/2024/kwb-summary.html) > ## 2024 Guest Speaker This year's guest speaker is Dr. Janice Cardwell, CEO of_Conceivers Leadership and Learning Group_. She also shares her knowledge as a coach, consultant, trainer, and Chair of the Board of the_National Entrepreneur Association_. Her forty-plus years of leadership, as well as being a practicing research scholar, have garnered her numerous recognitions that include being the winner of the 2019_International Leadership Association's "Women in Leadership Award_," and a 2023 Recipient of the Detroit Community “_That Girl Award._" This year she has spoken at the "_Opportunity Knocks_"_Entrepreneurs Forum_conference held in Detroit Michigan, as well as the_Fempreneur Summit_held in March of this year. She holds a Ph.D. in Education, an MBA in Global Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Business with a Human Resource Management Certificate. We are delighted to have Dr. Cardwell kick off this year's 2024 KWB Summit! [Watch Dr. Cardwell’s presentation (at 15:00)](/research/events/summit/2024/kwb-summary.html#2024-day1) [More info](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jancardwell/) This year the Summit moves forward with the_Rise of the Scholar-Practitioner_theme as the impetus for focus. And as 2024 engages the many seminal events that are changing the world such as the increase in the "gig-economy," AI and technology, the relevance of education, and the challenges to diversity, to name a few, the theme capitalizes on the opportunities inherent within society while spotlighting them within research. According to research by Horn (2002), the term "scholar-practitioner" is one inextricably placed within the perspectives of theory and practice. (Horn. It is a term that recognizes the collaboration between academia and practitioner. It is a collaboration that ensures the relevance of research to practice, witnesses the immediate impacts of research within practice, and ultimately informs theoretical underpinnings. (Mairin Hennebry-Leung et al., 2024). The University of Phoenix is pleased to announce its upcoming virtual conference**Knowledge Without Boundaries (KWB) Summit**and this year's theme entitled, "_The Rise of the Scholar-Practitioner_." In today's rapidly evolving landscape, the role of the_scholar-practitioner_has never been more crucial, and this dynamic theme embodies our commitment to fostering a culture where academic excellence meets practical application across all disciplines. As we embrace the spirit of "_We Rise_," we invite scholars, practitioners, educators, and industry professionals to join us in exploring innovative approaches, effective practices, and cutting-edge_research_and_scholarship_relevant to the academy and beyond. In the coming weeks and months, look for opportunities to participate from presenting and moderating to taking part in our_Dissertation of the Year_nominations. We look forward to seeing everyone for a collaborative and innovative conference! > ## Dissertation of the Year Awards This year we extended an invitation to all Dissertation Chairs, Committee Members, and other CDS Faculty to nominate students who had successfully defended their dissertations for the Summit's Dissertation of the Year Award. The purpose of this award program is to recognize excellence in dissertation work among our doctoral students. Join us for the recognition of these outstanding scholars. [Read more](/research/events/summit/2024/kwb-2024-dissertation-of-the-year.html) References Horn, R.A. (2002), Winter). Differing perspectives on the magic of dialgue:Implications for a scholar-practitioner leader. Scholar-Practitioner Quarterly: A Journal for the Scholar-Practitioner Leader, 1(2), 3-6. Mullen, Carol. (2003). What is a scholar-practitioner? K-12 teachers and administrators respond. 1. 9-26. ## 2024 summit benefits: - Research networking potential with over 500+ participants - Opportunities for presenters to enhance their CV through professional conference presentation - Opportunities for doctoral students to present - Aspirational calls for future research - Dissertation of the Year winner’s and recognition for their research - Keynote speakers and special guests - Digital badges for presenters that highlight their role as selected conference presenter - Scholarship for faculty towards yearly goals if presenting ## Questions? Email any of the conference designers: Rodney Luster-Communications/Guest Speaker selections - [rodney.luster@phoenix.edu](mailto:rodney.luster@phoenix.edu) Kimberly Underwood-Presenter communications/selections/scheduling, awards - [kimberly.underwood@phoenix.edu](mailto:kimberly.underwood@phoenix.edu) Mansureh Kebritchi-Dissertation of the Year nominees/selection, communications - [mansureh.kebritchi@phoenix.edu](mailto:mansureh.kebritchi@phoenix.edu)