Morris College proudly announces that Dr. Deloris Wallace-Brown, Director of the Organizational Management Program, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Academic Leadership Suite (ALS), an international executive leadership program offered through a collaboration between the United Nations Institute for T raining and Research (UNITAR) and Ureka Education Group. The program will convene October 27–30, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland.
Wallace-Brown’s selection represents a significant international distinction for both the educator and Morris College, positioning the institution within a global network of academic leaders addressing critical challenges facing higher education, institutional innovation, and the future workforce.An accomplished educator and academic leader, Wallace-Brown brings decades of professional experience and an extensive international perspective developed through educational research and professional engagement in more than 28 nations. Her work has included examining educational systems, policies, and institutional practices throughout Europe, South America, and Africa, most recently in Ghana, West Africa.These experiences have strengthened her commitment to educational accessibility, lifelong learning, and preparing students to compete in an increasingly interconnected global economy.“I am extremely humbled by this international honor and the opportunity to participate in a leadership initiative associated with the United NationsInstitute for T raining and Research,” said Wallace-Brown. “Having researched educational issues and practices in more than 28 nations, I have witnessed how education can transform individuals, institutions, and communities. Throughout my career, I have received numerous honors, including a Fulbright distinction, and the Keys to the City of San Felice Valley in Italy, but this recognition is particularly meaningful and, in many ways, surreal. I look forward to bringing these international perspectives and new opportunities for collaboration back to Morris College.”The four-day executive program will bring together senior academic leaders from around the world for specialized training, strategic dialogue, and international collaboration. A major component includes a collaborative research project and contributions to the development of a white paper addressing employability in a changing world. Participants will examine global educational policies, institutional leadership, emerging workforce demands, and innovative strategies for preparing students for future careers.“Dr. Deloris Wallace-Brown’s selection for this international leadership program affirms the scholarly excellence and global engagement of Morris College’s faculty,” said Morris College President Dr. Said Sewell. “As a Fulbright scholar, she exemplifies the intellectual curiosity and commitment to collaboration that higher education needs to meet this moment. Preparing students for an interconnected world requires academic leaders to think beyond institutional and national boundaries, examine emerging challenges and translate shared knowledge into meaningful opportunities for students. We proudly celebrate her accomplishment and the promise it holds for advancing innovation, deepening international partnerships and preparing Morris College students to contribute to solutions that will shape our collective future.”The October cohort will also participate in an industry-academia leadership exchange and have access to the United Nations Global Educators Summit, providing opportunities to engage with international educators, policymakers, and industry representatives. Program activities are scheduled to include training at the World Health Organization in Geneva and a guided visit to the United Nations Office at the Palais des Nations.Morris College’s Deloris Wallace-Brown, p. 2 of 3For Morris College, Wallace-Brown’s participation represents more than an individual professional achievement. It creates an opportunity to position the College at the forefront of international conversations about educational transformation, artificial intelligence, workforce readiness, and the evolving relationship between higher education and global industry. Through international research collaboration and professional partnerships, the College can gain valuable insights into emerging educational trends and innovative practices that support student success and institutional advancement.Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Lewis P. Graham, Jr. said, “Dr. Wallace-Brown’s selection for this prestigious UN program reflects the high caliber of our faculty and places Morris College at the cutting edge of global academic innovation, workforce development, and institutional transformation.”As Director of Morris College’s Organizational Management Program, Wallace-Brown has focused on expanding opportunities for adult learners, strengthening degree-completion pathways, and preparing working professionals for leadership. Her international engagement provides an important foundation for connecting these institutional priorities with global approaches to lifelong learning and workforce development.Upon successful completion of the program, Wallace-Brown will receive an official UNITAR certificate of achievement and gain access to an international network of academic leaders supporting continued research, professional exchange, and institutional collaboration.Wallace-Brown’s selection underscores Morris College’s growing opportunities for international engagement and reinforces its commitment to remaining at the cutting edge of educational innovation and global workforce development. By connecting international research, academic leadership, and institutional practice, her participation will help position Morris College to respond proactively to emerging global challenges while preparing its students to become competitive, adaptable, and effective leaders in a rapidly changing world.