February 27 – March 1, 2026
2026 Doctoral Residency Weekend
Immersive, On-campus Experience
The residency is an immersive, on-campus experience designed specifically for Tiffin University’s doctoral students. It provides an opportunity to connect face-to-face with faculty and peers, engage in intensive workshops, and advance research and dissertation progress. This in-person component is an important part of the doctoral journey, creating academic collaboration, professional growth, and a deeper connection to the TU community.
Who Attends:
Students enrolled in the PhD and DCJ program are required to attend a total of 3 residencies over the course of their degree. Students from all stages of their degree are invited to attend.
Day 1: Friday, February 27
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 PM | Check-in | Center for Innovation and Learning |
| 6:00 PM | Welcome | Center for Innovation and Learning |
| 6:45 PM | Keynote Teaser | Center for Innovation and Learning |
| 7:30 PM | Icebreaker Table Activity | Center for Innovation and Learning |
| 8:30 PM | Reception and Networking | Center for Innovation and Learning |
| 9:00 PM | Dismissed |
Day 2: Saturday, February 28
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Breakfast & Check-in | TBD |
| 9:00 AM | Introductions and Group Picture | TBD |
| 10:00 AM | Ph.D. Keynote Speaker | TBD |
| 10:00 AM | DCJ Keynote Speaker: Dr. Bradford Beyer | TBD |
| 11:00 AM | Break | |
| 11:15 AM | Research Brainstorming Table Activity | TBD |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch | TBD |
| 1:00 PM | Methodology Breakout Session 1: Qualitative Session 2: Quantitative | TBD TBD |
| 2:00 PM | Breakout Session 1: Library (0-50 CH) Session 2: IRB (50+ CH) | TBD TBD |
| 3:00 PM | Breakout Session 1: Dissertation Process Session 2: ARP Process | TBD TBD |
| 1:00 PM | Dissertation Committee Advising Sessions | TBD |
| 4:00 PM | Break | |
| 4:15 PM | Mock Dissertation Defense | Chisholm Auditorium, Franks Hall |
| 5:00 PM | Informal Networking Event | Marion Center |
| 7:00 PM | Dismissed |
Day 3: Sunday, March 1
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Breakfast, Check-in, and Student Posters/Presentations | Marion Center |
| 9:00 AM | International Travel Presentation – Review Switzerland Trip 2025 – Announce next International Trip 2026 – Presentation by Dr. Marben | Marion Center |
| 9:30 AM | Presentation on Cultural Intelligence | Marion Center |
| 10:30 AM | Break | |
| 10:45 AM | Graduate Panel Discussion: Doctoral Program Completion | Marion Center |
| 11:30 AM | Student Comments and Questions | Marion Center |
| 12:00 PM | Dismissed |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the dress code for the weekend?
- Business casual
- Food what food will be provided residency weekend?
- Friday: Hors d’oeuvres
- Saturday: Breakfast & Lunch
- Sunday: Breakfast
- How many residencies are required?
- Doctoral students are required to participate in at least 3 residencies before graduation. Tiffin University hosts a residency every year in the spring. Depending on your program, there are other activities that count towards your residency total as well.
- If you are unable to attend for any reason, be sure you plan ahead/accordingly so you are able to attend 3 residencies before you graduate.
Airports, Hotels and Parking
AIRPORTS
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Columbus, OH
91 Miles from Campus
Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)
Detroit, MI
92 Miles from Campus
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
Cleveland, OH
83 Miles for Campus
HOTELS
Hampton Inn
2492 South State Route 231
Tiffin, OH 44883
419-443-5300
* Anyone wanting to book can now call the hotel directly at 419-443-5300 and reference the TU Doctorate Residency. If folks want to book online, they can go to Hampton.com, choose Tiffin, OH, pick the correct dates and use TIF as the group code.
Holiday Inn Express
78 Shaffer Park Drive
Tiffin, OH 44883
419-443-5100
PARKING
Visitors are permitted to have a vehicle on campus and no parking permit is required.
Restaurants
*Recommended
CHAINS
Bob Evans
Buffalo Wild Wings
DELIS/DINERS
Frisch’s Big Boy
Paulette’s
The Deli at Frost Village*
CAFES/COFFEE
Wild Bunch Wellness Bar
Bailiwicks Coffee Company*
Sabaidee Tiffin Coffee & Crepes
A BIT FANCY
Empire at 138*
Ironwood Steakhouse
Pioneer Mill
The Turntable
ITALIAN/PIZZA
Napoli Pizza
AJ’s Heavenly Pizza
Reino’s Pizza & Pasta*
Fort Ball Pizza Palace
MEXICAN/ASIAN
Casa Express*
Xcaret Mexican Restaurant
KiKu Japanese Fusion
Hunan King
AMERICAN/BAR & GRILL
Carmie’s BBQ & Grill
MST Pub & Grub*
Clover Club
Wall Street Pub & Grille*
GW’s Fine Food & Spirits
Additional Information
INTERNET SERVICE
Basic Internet access is available during your residency stay.
COVID GUIDELINES
Students, faculty, staff, and visitors are no longer required to wear masks indoors while on campus, but remain free to do so at their discretion. TU remains in support of those who choose to continue masking no matter their reasoning.
TOBACCO USE
Tiffin University is a smoke-free and tobacco product-free campus. The use, sale, and advertising of all tobacco or tobacco-related products, including but not limited to cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, cigars, marijuana, pipes, and smokeless tobacco is strictly prohibited in any indoor space.
PETS AND ANIMALS
Non-Service pets and animals are prohibited throughout campus.
CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT
Every residency participant should be aware that Tiffin University is strongly opposed to any acts of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and political beliefs, and will confront and appropriately respond to such acts.
We’re Here for You!
Jeremy Albrecht, M.A.
Erin Conti
Dr. Rickard Briggs
