Laura Holyoke

Laura Holyoke is Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Leadership and Counseling at the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences, University of Idaho. Her work bridges leadership, organizational development, and educational practice.

Research Interests: Her scholarly focus includes organizational health & sustainability, organizational learning in higher education, and the interplay between organizational culture and leadership. She emphasizes practical applications in educational and adult learning contexts.

Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2007–2009) reflect a strong commitment to improving educational systems through professional development, adult learning principles, and holistic organizational frameworks. Topics span teacher training, conference planning, school safety, and curriculum integration, indicating a multidisciplinary approach grounded in leadership studies.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Leadership Studies, Gonzaga University (2004)
• M.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies, Eastern Washington University (1991)
• B.A. in Business Education, Eastern Washington University (1990)

Teaching and Service: She teaches courses in Organizational Leadership, Program Planning, Development & Evaluation, and Adult Learning. As Department Chair, she provides academic leadership within her unit.

Advising and Grants: While specific advisees and funded grants are not mentioned in the text, her role as a professor and department chair suggests involvement in mentoring graduate students and contributing to program development and academic administration.