Dr. Kenneth Sankey
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction and M.Ed. Educational Administration Program Director; Liaison to LCMS School Leadership Education Program
402-643-7427 kenneth.sankey@cune.eduThom Leadership Education Center 206C
Dr. Ken Sankey has served at Concordia University, Nebraska since 2016. His current position is visiting professor and director of the M.Ed. Educational Administration program and the M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction program. He is also the liaison to the LCMS School Leadership Development Program (SLED). Sankey's work involves working with graduate students and instructors, developing new courses and revising programs to ensure compliance with accreditation and state regulations.
Dr. Sankey graduated from Concordia in 1980 with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. He served in Lutheran elementary schools as teacher and/or principal for 31 years. Following his elementary experience, Sankey entered Lutheran higher education in 2012 as a professor or program director of graduate programs.
Dr. Sankey is married to Dr. Lorinda Sankey ’80, dean of the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences. Their three children and their spouses are graduates of Concordia Nebraska. The first grandchild is currently an undergraduate student at Concordia. Ken and Lorinda reside in Seward.
Dr. Kenneth Sankey's Academic Programs
Graduate
Curriculum & Instruction
Designed for current teachers and educational professionals, the Master's of Education in Curriculum and Instruction online program from Concordia University, Nebraska helps you advance your career and become a forward-thinking curriculum coordinator or teacher leader.
Curriculum & Instruction Trauma and Resilience
The Master's of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Trauma and Resilience program from Concordia University, Nebraska is designed to support current teachers and educational professionals in becoming trauma-informed leaders in their schools, school districts and communities.
Educational Administration
Through our program, you will earn your administrative certification while learning from top-ranked academic professionals and educational practitioners. While you learn from instructors who are experts in the field, you can take advantage of the program’s flexible online format.
Educational Technology Certificate
The educational technology certificate from Concordia University, Nebraska empowers educators to effectively use technology to strengthen the student experience in their learning environments. Educators learn to make critical decisions about technology to enrich their teaching.
Exceptional Learners B-3rd Certificate
The Curriculum and Instruction: Exceptional Learners certificate from Concordia University, Nebraska provides teaching strategies for partnering with families, designing curriculum and assessing and guiding learning for diverse and exceptional learners.
Exceptional Learners K-12 Certificate
The Curriculum and Instruction: Exceptional Learners certificate from Concordia University, Nebraska provides teaching strategies for partnering with families, designing curriculum and assessing and guiding learning for diverse and exceptional learners.
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, ESL/ELL Endorsement
The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction with an ESL/ELL Endorsement equips educators to support English language learners through research-based instructional strategies and culturally responsive teaching.
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, ESL/ELL Endorsement
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, Instructional Technology Leadership Endorsement
The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction with an Instructional Technology Leadership Endorsement prepares educators to lead the integration of technology in schools through innovative, research-driven strategies that enhance teaching and learning.
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, Instructional Technology Leadership Endorsement
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, STEAM Emphasis
The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction with a STEAM Emphasis empowers educators to integrate science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics into engaging, interdisciplinary learning experiences that inspire creativity and critical thinking.
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, STEAM Emphasis
Teaching Endorsements
Concordia University, Nebraska offers many teaching endorsements online with our graduate education programs that meet Nebraska state requirements Through nationally accredited curricula developed by experienced practitioners, you will gain knowledge, skills and tools needed to advance your career in education.