The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education

Welcome to the Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education

The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education (LHAE) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education 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.

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Graduate Programs

Adult Education & Community Development

Educational Leadership & Policy

Higher Education

Collaborative Specializations

Comparative, International, and Development Education

Workplace Learning and Social Change

Recent News

August 5, 2025

Over the past decade, international students have navigated a complex landscape shaped by neoliberal policies, says Emilda Thavaratnam, a PhD student in leadership and higher education. As Canada continues to welcome international students, it’s essential to uphold their rights and recognize their resiliency.

July 31, 2025

'Forging ahead': The 2025 ��Ƶ Leaders & Legends awards winners are bridging gaps in education

Through their creative efforts to improve education, this year’s six alumni winners – Justin Patrick, Maria Rogers, Shijing Xu, John Dias, Cindy Sinclair and Erin Finley – have been recognized for their excellence and leadership in teaching, research and advocacy.

July 15, 2025

��Ƶ welcomes five new faculty in 2025

��Ƶ welcomes five new faculty of talented researchers, educators and colleagues including Dr. Brendan Andrade, Dr. Lydia Cao, Angela Easby, Dr. Lore/tta LeMaster, and Dr. Vidya Shah.

June 4, 2025

Member of the Bear Clan of the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, the PhD student is working to transform university teaching by integrating Indigenous perspectives.