Rick McCown

Dr. Rick McCown is a distinguished Professor of Education and holds the prestigious Pierre Schouver Endowed Chair in Mission at Duquesne University. With a deep commitment to advancing educational practices, Dr. McCown serves as the Principal Investigator for the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate. In this capacity, he co-edits the CPED White Paper Forum and contributes as a Senior Improvement Research Fellow, driving forward innovative approaches in education. Dr. McCown's scholarly work is extensive and influential, particularly in the realms of teaching and learning in education. His research interests encompass the scholarship of teaching, design-based research, inquiry, collaboration, and social justice. Through his publications, he has significantly contributed to the discourse on how educational practices can be enhanced to promote equity and justice. His contributions to the field have been recognized with numerous accolades, including the Maris and Mary Higgins Proffitt Award, an Outstanding Alumni Award, and an AERA Presidential Citation Award. These honors reflect his dedication to excellence and his impact on educational scholarship and practice. An elected member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Dr. McCown is also recognized as a Pennsylvania Society of Teaching Scholar. His commitment to teaching excellence has been further acknowledged through his induction into Duquesne's Office of Research Hall of Fame and the receipt of the President's Award for Excellence in Teaching. These accolades underscore his influence as an educator and a leader in the academic community. Dr. McCown's work continues to inspire educators and researchers alike, as he remains at the forefront of efforts to integrate social justice into educational frameworks. His leadership and vision are instrumental in shaping the future of education, ensuring that it remains a powerful tool for positive societal change.