Sonya Hayes Elected As Vice President of Division A for AERA
Sonya Hayes, an Associate Professor within ELPS and the Program Coordinator of the Leadership Studies PhD Program, was recently elected as Vice President of Division A (Educational Leadership) for the American Educational Research Association (AERA)!
This significant national leadership role within the field reflects Hayes’ influence in shaping research and practice in educational leadership and highlights her strengths on the national stage! In this well-deserved position, she will help lead the work of Division A by shaping annual programming, contributing to governance and policy discussions, and supporting the Division’s continued growth and national presence.
“I am deeply honored by the trust of my colleagues across the country,” Hayes said. “Division A has long been a professional home for scholars of educational leadership, and I am excited to contribute to its continued growth by supporting strong mentoring networks and advancing conversations about responsible and ethical scholarship.”
We are proud and honored to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and the impact Sonya Hayes continues to make through her scholarship, mentorship, and service. Please join us in congratulating her on this outstanding achievement!