Kamm Lecture in Higher Education
Shaping the future of higher education
Founded by Dr. Robert B. Kamm, the Kamm Lecture in Higher Education brings private
and public sector leaders together to discuss contemporary issues in higher education.
The new Kamm Lecture format will feature a keynote speaker every three years. In the
subsequent two years, working groups will focus on the impact and application of the
keynote topic or issue previously addressed. Groups will meet virtually every month.
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Reimagined Kamm Lecture in Higher Education
To meet the needs of contemporary education practitioners, the long beloved Kamm Lecture
has been reimagined into three-year, hands-on learning opportunities. Our first experience
began in May 2022 and will conclude in spring 2025. There are multiple ways to get
involved!
The first year-long reimagined Kamm Lecture opportunity includes:
- May to August: Small Groups (Registration closed)
- September 14-16: National Conference for Engaged Scholarship on Hidden Student Populations
- October 2022 to February 2023: Small Groups meet virtually
Kamm Distinguished Fellowship
The Kamm Distinguished Graduate Fellowship is the most prestigious honor awarded to
PhD students in the Higher Education and Student Affairs program. The award is granted
annually, and students selected as fellows receive funds that may be applied to tuition
or dissertation expenses. The Kamm Fellow community is an active group of OSU alumni
or advanced PhD students who hold higher education professional positions nationally.
These professionals remain involved throughout the year by attending the Kamm Lecture,
serving the program, providing input on strategic decision making and curriculum,
selecting new Kamm Fellows and participating in other related activities.