George West

George West, Ed.D., is a Professor of Education at Hope International University. He holds a California Administrative Service Credential (K-12 and Adult Classes) and has served as President of the Garden Grove Unified School District Board of Education since 2012.

• Education: Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from the University of La Verne; M.A. in History from California State College, Long Beach; B.A. in Social Science from Long Beach State College.

Research Interests: Dr. West investigates contemporary issues in Christian and public education, focusing on resource allocation and revenue generation. His work explores the integration of online instruction and technology into curricula, particularly in the context of California's diverse student populations.

Scientific Awards:

• Rotary District 5320 Community Leadership Excellence Award (2014)
• Servant Leader of the Year, Hope International University (2005)
• State Business Services Administrator of the Year, Association of California School Administrators (2001)

Advising and Community Roles: Dr. West has served as a presenter and consultant internationally, delivering talks on teacher training, accreditation processes, and instructional technology in Vietnam and China. He advocates for educational equity and innovative funding solutions.