Doctoral Research & Scholarship

Linda Walls is a doctoral candidate in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Health Administration. Her academic work explores how leadership behaviors, communication practices, and values‑based decision‑making influence trust, employee well‑being, and organizational stability in care‑centered environments. Her research interests include a focus on how leadership contributes to healthier workplaces and stronger organizational cultures.

Research Interests

Linda’s developing scholarship centers on themes such as:

• Leadership communication
• Organizational trust
• Employee voice behavior
• Psychological safety
• Values‑based leadership
• Resilience in care environments
• Workplace culture in long‑term care

These interests guide her academic exploration and inform her broader work in resilience education, advocacy, and leadership development.

Academic Focus

Linda’s academic foundation includes:

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) — Organizational Leadership (Health Administration), Expected 2026

Master of Arts — Public Administration

Graduate Certificate — Life Coaching

Master of Arts — Communication Studies

Bachelor of Arts — Public Administration & Psychology

Certificate — Law Program for Community Developers & Social Workers

Professional Integration

Linda’s academic work is strengthened by more than two decades of experience in:

• Teaching
• Advocacy
• Community leadership
• University instruction
• Organizational development
• Public speaking
• Resilience education

Her scholarship reflects a commitment to understanding how leadership, communication, and empathy shape environments where people feel valued, supported, and empowered.

Invite Linda

If you would like to explore Linda’s academic work further or invite her to speak on leadership, resilience, or organizational culture: