Mona Treadway of Klamath Falls, Oregon Receives PhD in Leadership and Change from Antioch University

Dr. Mona Treadway of Klamath Falls, Oregon has been awarded a PhD in Leadership and Change from Antioch University. Her dissertation titled, Young Adults in Transition: Factors that Support and Hinder Growth and Change, provides a “unifying, holistic model of change for young adult transition programs.” Several key findings from Dr. Treadway’s research and data emerged, such as the importance of interpersonal relationships, experiential education and adventure, individualized programming, as well as the importance of community and culture. Her full dissertation can be found here.

Dr. Treadway received her Bachelor of Arts in Wilderness Leadership and Human Development from Prescott College, Arizona and her Masters in Social Work from Portland State University, Oregon. She is the co-founder and owner of Dragonfly Transitions - a therapeutic program for young adults in Southern Oregon. Since 2000, Dr. Treadway’s vision has supported the growth of the organization and as a result it has served hundreds of young adults and their families during this crucial stage of life development.

Learn more about Antioch University’s PhD in Leadership and change program and Dr. Treadway at antioch.edu.

Antioch University's PhD in Leadership and Change program incorporates a challenging interdisciplinary core-curriculum that focuses on leading change coupled with faculty-mentored, self-paced individualized learning, and is designed for experienced professionals who are committed to studying and leading change that improves the well-being of those they serve.

The PhD in Leadership and Change program is part of Antioch University, which is founded on principles of rigorous liberal arts education and innovative experiential learning. Antioch University provides learner-centered education to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, economic, and environmental justice. With locations in Keene New Hampshire, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Seattle, and Yellow Springs, Ohio, Antioch University is a bold and enduring source of innovation in higher education. Inspired by the work of pioneering educator Horace Mann, Antioch University's mission is to provide learner-centered education to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, economic, and environmental justice. The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

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