Octavio J. Esqueda (PhD University of North Texas) is Professor of Christian Higher Education and Director of the PhD and EdD Programs in Educational Studies at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He is the author or editor of multiple books, including Christian Education: Retrospects and Prospects (Publicaciones Kerigma, 2022), and The Hispanic Faculty Experience: Opportunities for Growth and Retention in Christian Colleges and Universities (Abilene Christian University Press, 2023).