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Expertise
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Transformation, Transformative Learning
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Change management, Transformative change
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​Adult learning, Executive education
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Leadership and Global Leadership
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Entrepreneurship, Management Sciences
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International education, Cultural competence
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Wellness, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Yoga
Available to serve on doctoral research committees or consult as a subject matter expert
Publications
Ensign, T. (2021). When Archived Research is the Dataset: Reflections on a Qualitative Content Analysis Study. In
Y. Tolstikov-Mast, F. Bieri, & J. Walker (Eds.), Handbook of International Leadership Research. Taylor & Francis.
Ensign, T. (2019). Triggers of transformative learning in global leadership development: The Disorientation Index.
In J. S. Osland, M. E. Mendenhall, B. Sebastian Reiche, & B. Szkudlarek (Eds.), Advances in Global Leadership
(Vol. 12). pp. 125-150. Emerald Publishing.
Ensign, T. (2019). The seed of transformation: A Disorientation Index. ProQuest.
Ensign, T., & Schmieder-Ramirez, J. (2018). The making of a Ph.D.: A case study at Pepperdine University. Journal
of Global Leadership, 6, 249-296.
Ensign, T. (2016). Preparing students for a global world: A summary of Braeburn’s International Peer-to-Peer
Program. Journal of Global Leadership, 4, 20-30.
Conference Presentations & Scholarly Service
Journal of Transformative Education (2024–present)
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Consulting Editor, Editorial Board
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15th Biennial International Transformative Learning Conference (2024)
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Co-Chair and Judge for the John Mezirow Transformative Learning Award
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Immersion Conference (Fall, 2023)
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Preparing Students for a Global World: Developing Global Skills in a Virtual Community of Practice via an International Peer-to-Peer Program
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Introduction to Executive Coaching
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Immersion Conference (Spring, 2023)
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Leading and Lifelong Learning in the Digital Age
National Association for Study Abroad (NAFSA) Global Conference (May, 2022)
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Accepted Presentation: Transformative Learning to Foster Study Abroad Outcomes
14th Biennial International Transformative Learning Conference (2022)
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Co-Chair and Judge for the John Mezirow Transformative Learning Award
Pepperdine University - PhD in Global Leadership and Change Program (January, 2022)
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Guest Speaker - Learning Theory and Design
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Program Curriculum Committee (2021)
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Organizational Leadership Track
Pepperdine University - PhD in Global Leadership and Change Program (November, 2021)
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Guest Speaker - Strategic Management and Change
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Immersion Conference (Fall, 2021)
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Secrets of Dissertation Success
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Immersion Conference (Spring, 2021)
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Writing Workshop - Getting Started on Your Dissertation
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Program Curriculum Committee (2021)
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Organizational Leadership Track
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Global Practicum
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Immersion Conference (Fall, 2020)
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New Research In Global Leadership Development: Intercultural Competence
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Casual Cafe: How to Start a Consultancy Practice
National Association for Study Abroad (NAFSA) Region II Conference (2020)
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Wellness Session Leader
National Association for Study Abroad (NAFSA) Global Conference (2020)
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Immersion Conference (Spring, 2020)
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New Research In Global Leadership Development: Triggers of Global Leadership Development
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Independent Global Practicum Information Session
International Leadership Association (ILA) 22nd Annual Global Conference (2020)
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Publication Peer Reviewer (3 papers)
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Program Curriculum Committee (2020)
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Global Practicum
Journal of Transformative Education (2020 – 2023)
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Publication Peer Reviewer
Indiana Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Global Leadership Program Curriculum Redesign (2019)
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Independent Global Practicum
National Association for Study Abroad (NAFSA) Region II Conference (2019)
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Wellness Session Leader
Pepperdine University Career Services – Doctoral Retreat for Leadership Studies Students (2019)
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Co-designed and co-facilitated Three Day Residential Career Conference
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Wellness Session Leader
Columbia University Teacher’s College - International Transformative Learning Conference Attendee (2018)
Academy of Management – Eastern Conference (2018)​
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Presenter: Ensign, T. & Fawzy, C. (2018) Trouble at TechCo: The Influence of Emotional Intelligence & Organizational Climate on Decision Making. Teaching Case Study & Instructor Manual
Academy of Management – Eastern Conference (2018)
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Conference Chair: Research in Human Resources Track
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Publication Peer Reviewer (6 papers)
Arizona State University - Eradicating Poverty through Energy Innovation Conference (2018)
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Panelist: Socio-behavioral Considerations with Energy Innovation in Developing Countries
Academy of Management – EMONET (Emotions in Management) 11 Conference (2018)
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Publication Peer Reviewer (3 papers)
Academy of Management – Eastern Conference (2017)
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Presenter: Ensign, T. & Ensign, R. (2017). Preparing Students for a Global World: Developing Global Skills in a Virtual Community of Practice. Presentation of research & experiential exercise simulation.
Pepperdine University Graduate Research Symposium (2017)
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Presenter: Ensign, T. & Schmieder-Ramirez, J. (2017). The Making of a Ph.D.: A Case Study at Pepperdine University
Academy of Management – Eastern Conference (2017)
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Publication Peer Reviewer (3 papers)
Grants
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Association of International Educators (NAFSA) Grant Recipient (2019)
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Pepperdine University Research Symposium Grant Recipient (2017)
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Arizona Job Training Grant Beneficiary (Multiple 2013 – 2015)
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Fort Lewis College Grant Recipient for Business School Myers Briggs Assessments (2012)
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