NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship

The National Academy of Education (NAEd)/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship encourages a new generation of scholars from various disciplines and professional fields to undertake research relevant to improving education. 

2026 Honorees

The decision process for this award is ongoing. Award statuses (nominee, finalist, alternate, recipient) are not yet final and will continue to be updated here.

Blessed Mhungu

Curriculum, Instruction and the Science of Learning

Award Status: Nominee

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