Longitudinal Research Rooted in Human Flourishing
Longitudinal Research Rooted in Human Flourishing
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Research Collaborative
Research Collaborative
Illuminating the Journey
Illuminating the Journey
Focus Areas of Research
Focus Areas of Research
The Wayfinder Research Collaborative is an interdisciplinary engine of insight—designed to generate, share, and apply research that supports the academic, emotional, spiritual, and social formation of individuals across the lifespan.
We believe research should be responsive, accessible, and grounded in practice—not reserved for ivory towers or theoretical journals. Our work informs the very pathways, programs, and partnerships we offer. In turn, our research is strengthened by the lived experiences of real people navigating real complexities.
Wayfinder is not just building knowledge—we are shaping wisdom for a new era of leadership and education.
We invite collaborators and partner institutions to engage in ongoing research within the following domains:
Whole-Person Formation
Whole-Person Formation
How do academic, emotional, spiritual, and social factors interact in shaping resilient and purpose-driven individuals?
Key Features:
Longitudinal data from PreK–Adult learners
Faith-integrated SEL and identity development
Assessment tools for non-academic growth indicators
Belonging & Identity in Diverse Contexts
Belonging & Identity in Diverse Contexts
How do culture, story, and relational dynamics shape the experience of belonging in educational and organizational settings?
Key Features:
School climate and inclusion mapping
Case studies on resilience in underserved communities
Culturally responsive practices in faith-based education
Educator and Leader Renewal
Educator and Leader Renewal
What habits, rhythms, and structures support long-term sustainability and joy in vocational leadership?
Key Features:
Emotional exhaustion and spiritual resilience tracking
Vocational clarity tools for mid-career professionals
Impact of fellowship and coaching programs
Models of Spiritual and Ethical Development
Models of Spiritual and Ethical Development
How does spiritual growth contribute to ethical leadership, healthy identity, and vocational decision-making?
Key Features:
Narrative-based research and storytelling methods
Mixed-method studies on adolescent and adult spiritual development
Comparative studies across school, nonprofit, and ministry contexts
How We Work
How We Work
Practitioner-driven inquiry with research faculty support
Ongoing data collection through partner sites, fellows, and learning cohorts
Peer-reviewed publishing and accessible case studies
Integration into curriculum, training, and fellowships
Partnerships with universities, private schools, nonprofits, and seminaries
Contribute to the Collaborative
Contribute to the Collaborative
We are actively inviting:
Doctoral candidates and graduate students seeking research partnership
Educational institutions ready to pilot assessments and formative metrics
Scholars aligned with faith-informed frameworks of flourishing
Organizations seeking program evaluation tied to formation
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