Research Summit
KWB Summit 2025: Scholarship, Society, and Change
October 16-18, 2025
Sponsored by the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies and the Research and Scholarship Enterprise
ABOUT OUR VIRTUAL KWB SUMMIT
Theme: Exploring Scholarship, Society, and Change
The 2025 Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit, themed “Exploring Scholarship, Society, and Change,” is set to be a groundbreaking virtual event delving into the pivotal role that the scholarship of research plays in shaping society and driving meaningful change. This summit seeks to foster a dynamic collaboration, bringing together scholar-practitioners, subject matter experts, and other thought leaders from the various disciplines to critically examine how education, research, and intellectual engagement can address pressing societal challenges. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, participants will explore the transformative prospects of research, highlighting innovative approaches and successful collaborations where specific research highlighted might have a notable positive impact on communities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in rich dialogues on interdisciplinary and complex data-driven strategies for understanding, and assessing change needed for addressing the broader societal issues and challenges. The summit aims to empower participants with new tools, strategies, and perspectives to enhance their knowledge, drive further research and extend its application in real-world contexts. By fostering collaboration between academia and communities, the event seeks to inspire and equip scholars to contribute to societal transformation, ultimately adding to the potentials of the world around us.
Addressing the Call for Proposals
We are pleased to announce the call for proposals for the upcoming 2025 Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit. This year’s theme, "Exploring Scholarship, Society, and Change," is dedicated to the exploration of scholarship’s role in shaping society and fostering meaningful change. The summit aims to engage scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders from multiple disciplines to critically examine the ways in which scholarship, education, and intellectual engagement can drive transformation.
This Summit seeks to:
Highlight the transformative potential of scholarship in fostering change.
Explore interdisciplinary and cross-cultural approaches to addressing societal challenges.
Foster collaboration between academia and communities to address real-world issues.
Encourage critical discussions on the ethical dimensions of research and scholarship.
Empower participants with new tools, strategies, and perspectives for creating meaningful societal impact.
Types of Proposals
All presentations are 20 minutes in length. We welcome proposals that showcase:
Completed/Ongoing Research: Present your latest research findings, ongoing projects, and empirical studies that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice. From quantitative analyses to qualitative inquiries, we seek contributions that push the boundaries of scholarship and offer practical insights for application in both academia and industry. Dissertation research is welcome!
Theoretical/Conceptual Scholarship: Engage in theoretical discussions, conceptual frameworks, and thought-provoking analyses through the presentation of white papers, publications and other scholarship that advance our understanding of the summit theme.
Effective Practices: Share proven strategies and lessons learned in applying scholarly insights to real-world challenges. Whether in education, business, healthcare, or any other field, we invite practical demonstrations of effective practices that drive positive change and innovation.
We encourage submissions from all stakeholders, including faculty, administrators, students, alumni, staff, and industry partners. Please note, as the KWB Summit continues to grow each year, so do the demands for participation in the review process. This year, as a part of the submission process, we are requesting ALL submitters to review 2-3 proposals.
Submission Guidelines
Proposals should be submitted by Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MST). Presentations may include a maximum of three (3) presenters. Presenters can be listed on a maximum of three (3) presentations. Only completed proposals submitted through the Submission Portal 
before the deadline will receive consideration.
For each submission, please be prepared to include the following information:
Title of the Presentation/Session
Summary (Note: All summaries will be included in a commemorative edition of the Phoenix Scholar publication. Therefore, please ensure that your summary is an original work.)
a. Word Count: Minimum of 250 words/ maximum of 350 words.
b. Please follow APA 7 formatting and include in-text citations and any relevant references (related to the summary only), if applicable.
c. Describe the purpose, focus, relevance, and objectives of your proposal.
d. Outline the key takeaways or insights that attendees will gain from your presentation.
Presenter(s) Information (Maximum of 3)
Names, email addresses, and highest degree for all presenters.
Once this information is secured, please submit your proposal through the Submission Portal .
Registration and Attendance
KWB Summit registration will open in late spring/early summer. Early registration is encouraged to secure a spot at the event.
Important Dates
Proposal Submission Deadline: Sunday, June 8, 2025 (11:59 PM (MST))
Notification of Decision: Friday, August 1, 2025
KWB Summit Dates: Thursday, October 16 through Saturday, October 18, 2025
Submission Questions
For any questions about the submission process, please contact Dr. Kimberly Underwood at kwb.summit@phoenix.
2025 summit benefits:
- Research networking potential with over 500+ participants
- Opportunities for presenters to enhance their CV through professional conference presentation
- Opportunities for doctoral students to present
- Aspirational calls for future research
- Dissertation of the Year winner’s and recognition for their research
- Keynote speakers and special guests
- Digital badges for presenters that highlight their role as selected conference presenter
- Scholarship for faculty towards yearly goals, if presenting
Questions? Email any of the conference designers:
Kimberly Underwood-Call for Proposals, Submission Process, Presenter Information - kwb.summit@phoenix.edu
Mansureh Kebritchi-Dissertation of the Year Nominees and Selection - mansureh.kebritchi@phoenix.edu
Rodney Luster-Communications/Guest Speaker selections - rodney.luster@phoenix.edu
General Inquiries: kwb.summit@phoenix.edu