The Holmes Scholars Program is sponsored by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). The goal of the Holmes Scholars Program is to support doctoral students who have academic research interests related to student success, teacher preparation or education policy, with the ultimate goal of expanding the educator preparation pipeline. Scholars are provided with mentorship, peer support and professional development opportunities. The mission of this program aligns with the vision, mission and values of the College of Education and Human Development at Temple University.

For more information on the Holmes Program and AACTE, visit the AACTE website.

Eligibility

Students eligible for the AACTE Holmes Scholars at Temple University program:

  • Are full- or part-time students enrolled in a doctoral program (EdD or PhD) in the College of Education and Human Development.
  • Have at least two academic years remaining in an academic program.
  • Have research interests related to educational equity and belonging.

Participant Expectations

If selected as a member of the Holmes Scholar Program, travel support is provided for up to three years and you are expected to commit to the following:

  • Participation in the annual AACTE Meeting, including the Holmes Scholars pre-conference events with travel funded by the Dean's Office for three years.
  • Submission of proposals to present research at the AACTE Annual Meeting for each year in the program.
  • Participate in a minimum of one AACTE Holmes Scholars Summer Policy Institute and AACTE Day on the Hill during Washington Week with travel funded by the Dean's Office.
  • Participation in at least one other education conference, such as the American Educational Research Association, the Association of Teacher Educators, or another organization within the scholar's discipline with travel funded by the Dean's Office, your academic department, or the Graduate School.
  • Proposal and implementation of a project that relates to or forwards the goals of AACTE and authentically engages them in advocacy, policy, service, or research work that furthers high-quality and equitable educator preparation.
  • Participation in scheduled meetings with Temple's Holmes Scholars.

Questions?

Contact Associate Dean of Student Success Jennifer M. Johnson.