Blog Feed/education/blog/Recent posts from Blogen-usMon, 28 Apr 2025 22:50:09 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)The Honorable Betty Castor to Receive Inaugural Champion of Education Award/education/blog/2025/betty-castor-inaugural-award.aspxThis new award recognizes extraordinary individuals whose leadership, advocacy, and lifelong commitment have made enduring contributions to the field of education. Betty Castor embodies the very spirit of this honor, with a career that has spanned public service, higher education, and national educational policy.Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:13:41 The Honorable Betty Castor to Receive Inaugural Champion of Education AwardThis new award recognizes extraordinary individuals whose leadership, advocacy, and lifelong commitment have made enduring contributions to the field of education. Betty Castor embodies the very spirit of this honor, with a career that has spanned public service, higher education, and national educational policy.The Honorable Betty Castor/education/blog/2025/betty-castor-inaugural-award.aspxA Circus Star’s Story: ӣƵ Contributes to Series that Turns Oral Histories into Lessons/innovative-education/news/2025/a-circus-stars-story-usf-film-series-turns-true-stories-into-lessons.aspxAs a child in Soviet-era Romania, Trien lived in the shadow of fear. Her father had been imprisoned in the gulags, forced labor camps during Stalin’s “reign of terror” that were notorious for their brutality. Her family lost their home and any sense of stability, left to navigate a world where hope was fleeting.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 00:38:51 A Circus Star’s Story: ӣƵ Contributes to Series that Turns Oral Histories into LessonsAs a child in Soviet-era Romania, Trien lived in the shadow of fear. Her father had been imprisoned in the gulags, forced labor camps during Stalin’s “reign of terror” that were notorious for their brutality. Her family lost their home and any sense of stability, left to navigate a world where hope was fleeting.The series is earning praise for its content and its cinematic presentation./innovative-education/news/2025/a-circus-stars-story-usf-film-series-turns-true-stories-into-lessons.aspxFrom Teacher to District Leader to Retiree -- and Now, Back to the Classroom/innovative-education/news/2025/from-teacher-to-district-leader-to-retiree-now-backt-the-classroom.aspxMary Anne Rafferty has taught nearly every grade from kindergarten through high school and in schools across America and overseas. She’s been a classroom teacher, a district literacy coach, and, for a short while, a retiree.External ArticleThu, 24 Apr 2025 06:58:16 From Teacher to District Leader to Retiree -- and Now, Back to the ClassroomMary Anne Rafferty has taught nearly every grade from kindergarten through high school and in schools across America and overseas. She’s been a classroom teacher, a district literacy coach, and, for a short while, a retiree.Alumni Spotlight Mary Anne Rafferty Master of Arts in Reading Education Grad/innovative-education/news/2025/from-teacher-to-district-leader-to-retiree-now-backt-the-classroom.aspxAnnouncing recipients of the 2025 ӣƵ College of Education Distinguished Alumni Awards/education/blog/2025/alumni-awards-recipients-announcement-2025.aspxPresented annually, these awards honor the exceptional achievements of College of Education graduates. Recipients are chosen from nominations submitted by the ӣƵ community.Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:26:44 Announcing recipients of the 2025 ӣƵ College of Education Distinguished Alumni AwardsPresented annually, these awards honor the exceptional achievements of College of Education graduates. Recipients are chosen from nominations submitted by the ӣƵ community.2025 Alumni Award Recipients/education/blog/2025/alumni-awards-recipients-announcement-2025.aspxAlumni and FriendsAwards and Honors$1M gift solidifies David C. Anchin Center as a hub for cutting-edge professional learninghttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/1m-gift-solidifies-david-c-anchin-center-hub-cutting-edge-professional-learningWith this gift, the center is expanding its programming related to the integration of technological advancements like AI and data science into teaching and learning.External ArticleFri, 18 Apr 2025 14:51:18 $1M gift solidifies David C. Anchin Center as a hub for cutting-edge professional learningWith this gift, the center is expanding its programming related to the integration of technological advancements like AI and data science into teaching and learning.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/1m-gift-solidifies-david-c-anchin-center-hub-cutting-edge-professional-learningRediscovering the Why: How An Educator Reconnected with Purpose in ӣƵ’s Reading Education Program/innovative-education/news/2025/rediscovering-the-why-how-educator-reconnected-with-purpose-in-ma-reading-education.aspxGenesis Zabrzenski has worked with students for more than 20 years, but it was one seventh-grade boy — and ӣƵ’s Master of Arts in Reading Education — that helped them reconnect with the reason they became a teacher.External ArticleTue, 15 Apr 2025 14:41:30 Rediscovering the Why: How An Educator Reconnected with Purpose in ӣƵ’s Reading Education ProgramGenesis Zabrzenski has worked with students for more than 20 years, but it was one seventh-grade boy — and ӣƵ’s Master of Arts in Reading Education — that helped them reconnect with the reason they became a teacher.Genesis Zabrzenski/innovative-education/news/2025/rediscovering-the-why-how-educator-reconnected-with-purpose-in-ma-reading-education.aspxDeirdre Cobb-Roberts Wins 2025 AERA Award/education/blog/2025/deirdre-cobb-roberts-aera-award.aspxDeirdre Cobb-Roberts, department chair and professor, was selected as a 2025 AERA Award Winner for her tremendous contributions to education research.Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:05:40 Deirdre Cobb-Roberts Wins 2025 AERA AwardDeirdre Cobb-Roberts, department chair and professor, was selected as a 2025 AERA Award Winner for her tremendous contributions to education research.Deirdre Cobb-Roberts/education/blog/2025/deirdre-cobb-roberts-aera-award.aspxӣƵ alumni drive AI classroom innovation with virtual assistants for K-12 teachershttps://usf.edu/news/2025/usf-alumni-drive-ai-classroom-innovation-with-virtual-assistants-for-k-12-teachers.aspxWith support from ӣƵ alumni, a ӣƵ graduate is revolutionizing education through her company that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning experiences for students.External ArticleWed, 09 Apr 2025 09:43:40 ӣƵ alumni drive AI classroom innovation with virtual assistants for K-12 teachersWith support from ӣƵ alumni, a ӣƵ graduate is revolutionizing education through her company that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning experiences for students.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://usf.edu/news/2025/usf-alumni-drive-ai-classroom-innovation-with-virtual-assistants-for-k-12-teachers.aspxStudent Spotlight: Cassie D'Addeo/education/blog/2025/student-spotlight-cassie-daddeo.aspxA doctoral student in the counselor education program at the ӣƵ, D'Addeo is earning accolades for her exceptional contributions to school counseling.Tyler EnnisThu, 03 Apr 2025 10:17:58 Student Spotlight: Cassie D'AddeoA doctoral student in the counselor education program at the ӣƵ, D'Addeo is earning accolades for her exceptional contributions to school counseling.ӣƵ doctoral student Cassie D'Addeo and her golden retriever, Kai./education/blog/2025/student-spotlight-cassie-daddeo.aspxStudent LifeCounselor Education,Student SpotlightHow a Teacher of the Year Took Her Teaching to the Next Level/innovative-education/news/2025/how-a-teacher-of-the-year-took-her-teaching-to-the-next-level.aspxMaggie Robertson Stemme was born to teach. And she’s good at it. As a kindergarten teacher who brings passion, purpose and play to her classroom, she was named Teacher of the Year at her school in 2021. She loved being in the classroom and was thriving in her role, even earning a promotion as she neared her tenth year in the school system. So why take on the extra challenge of a master’s degree?External ArticleThu, 03 Apr 2025 06:45:53 How a Teacher of the Year Took Her Teaching to the Next LevelMaggie Robertson Stemme was born to teach. And she’s good at it. As a kindergarten teacher who brings passion, purpose and play to her classroom, she was named Teacher of the Year at her school in 2021. She loved being in the classroom and was thriving in her role, even earning a promotion as she neared her tenth year in the school system. So why take on the extra challenge of a master’s degree?Alumni Spotlight Maggie Robertson Stemme Master of Arts in Reading Education Grad/innovative-education/news/2025/how-a-teacher-of-the-year-took-her-teaching-to-the-next-level.aspxӣƵ physical education program to host 2025 AIESEP International Conference/education/blog/2025/physical-education-to-host-2025-aiesep-international-conference.aspxThe conference will feature presentations from leaders in physical education around the globe, bringing industry-leading knowledge and practice to campus.Tyler EnnisWed, 19 Mar 2025 00:40:49 ӣƵ physical education program to host 2025 AIESEP International ConferenceThe conference will feature presentations from leaders in physical education around the globe, bringing industry-leading knowledge and practice to campus.ӣƵ St. Petersburg Campus/education/blog/2025/physical-education-to-host-2025-aiesep-international-conference.aspxCollege of Education News,Community EngagementConferences,Physical EducationEducation in Action Luncheon sees record attendance with a focus on mental health and wellness/education/blog/2025/education-in-action-luncheon-sees-record-attendance.aspxThe luncheon, which featured keynote speakers, a panel discussion, and an expo, showcased collaborative efforts between faculty, students, and community partners to inspire renewed energy and a shared commitment to prioritizing mental health in schools and all aspects of life.Tyler EnnisFri, 14 Mar 2025 09:05:32 Education in Action Luncheon sees record attendance with a focus on mental health and wellnessThe luncheon, which featured keynote speakers, a panel discussion, and an expo, showcased collaborative efforts between faculty, students, and community partners to inspire renewed energy and a shared commitment to prioritizing mental health in schools and all aspects of life.Panel discussion moderated by Nathaniel von der Embse/education/blog/2025/education-in-action-luncheon-sees-record-attendance.aspxAlumni and Friends,College of Education News,Community EngagementEducation in ActionTwo ӣƵ faculty rank in the top ten most productive school psychology researchers internationally/education/blog/2025/dart-von-der-embse-top-ten-most-productive-school-psychology-researchers.aspxEvan Dart, an associate professor and program coordinator of the School Psychology program, and Nathaniel von der Embse, a professor of school psychology, have achieved this prestigious recognition based on their prolific research output.Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:53:47 Two ӣƵ faculty rank in the top ten most productive school psychology researchers internationallyEvan Dart, an associate professor and program coordinator of the School Psychology program, and Nathaniel von der Embse, a professor of school psychology, have achieved this prestigious recognition based on their prolific research output.Evan Dart (left) and Nathaniel von der Embse (right)/education/blog/2025/dart-von-der-embse-top-ten-most-productive-school-psychology-researchers.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and Staff,ResearchSchool PsychologyAssociation of Teacher Educators 2025 Taylor & Francis Outstanding Article Award to be presented to Ilene R. Berson and Michael J. Berson/education/blog/2025/bersons-ate-2025-outstanding-article.aspxThey are receiving the award for their article, "Cultivating Wonder: A Design-Based Approach to Elevating Social Studies in the Early Years," supported by a Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources grant.Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:14:40 Association of Teacher Educators 2025 Taylor & Francis Outstanding Article Award to be presented to Ilene R. Berson and Michael J. BersonThey are receiving the award for their article, "Cultivating Wonder: A Design-Based Approach to Elevating Social Studies in the Early Years," supported by a Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources grant.Michael Berson and Ilene Berson/education/blog/2025/bersons-ate-2025-outstanding-article.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and StaffStudent Spotlight: Darlshawn Patterson’s passion for literacy and education policy/education/blog/2025/student-spotlight-darlshawn-patterson.aspxA Ph.D. student in the Literacy Studies program at ӣƵ, Patterson discusses her drive to transform education and highlights the significance of building supportive communities.Tyler EnnisWed, 19 Feb 2025 10:15:29 Student Spotlight: Darlshawn Patterson’s passion for literacy and education policyA Ph.D. student in the Literacy Studies program at ӣƵ, Patterson discusses her drive to transform education and highlights the significance of building supportive communities.Darlshawn Patterson/education/blog/2025/student-spotlight-darlshawn-patterson.aspxCollege of Education NewsLiteracy Studies,Student SpotlightTwo ӣƵ professors appointed to National Advisory Board for Library of Congress program/education/blog/2025/ilene-and-michael-berson-national-advisory-board-library-of-congress-tps.aspxIlene Berson and Michael Berson have been appointed to the Library of Congress's Teaching with Primary Sources Program Advisory Board, bringing their early childhood and elementary education expertise to this prestigious role.Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:14:44 Two ӣƵ professors appointed to National Advisory Board for Library of Congress programIlene Berson and Michael Berson have been appointed to the Library of Congress's Teaching with Primary Sources Program Advisory Board, bringing their early childhood and elementary education expertise to this prestigious role.Ilene Berson and Michael Berson./education/blog/2025/ilene-and-michael-berson-national-advisory-board-library-of-congress-tps.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and StaffӣƵ's InsideART professional development program for teachers celebrates 15 years/education/blog/2025/insideart-celebrates-15-years.aspxA collaborative project between the ӣƵ Contemporary Art Museum and the ӣƵ College of Education, InsideART is an innovative arts-based learning and visual literacy program that integrates social studies with contemporary art in an examination and discussion of pressing societal issues.Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:54:40 ӣƵ's InsideART professional development program for teachers celebrates 15 yearsA collaborative project between the ӣƵ Contemporary Art Museum and the ӣƵ College of Education, InsideART is an innovative arts-based learning and visual literacy program that integrates social studies with contemporary art in an examination and discussion of pressing societal issues.Artist Danielle De Jesus presenting at the January 2025 InsideART Teachers Workshop related to the ӣƵ Contemporary Art Museum exhibition X Facor: Latinx Artists and the Reconquest of the Everyday./education/blog/2025/insideart-celebrates-15-years.aspxCollege of Education NewsӣƵ student group explores ways to use artificial intelligence in the classroom/education/blog/2025/usf-student-group-explores-ai-in-the-classroom.aspxZafer Unal, an education professor at ӣƵ St. Petersburg, introduced students to TeacherServer, a platform he created that provides over 800 cost-free AI tools designed and tested by educators.Tyler EnnisTue, 04 Feb 2025 09:22:02 ӣƵ student group explores ways to use artificial intelligence in the classroomZafer Unal, an education professor at ӣƵ St. Petersburg, introduced students to TeacherServer, a platform he created that provides over 800 cost-free AI tools designed and tested by educators.Zafer Unal discussing artificial intelligence with SunCoast Area Teacher Training students on January 21, 2025./education/blog/2025/usf-student-group-explores-ai-in-the-classroom.aspxCollege of Education NewsӣƵ institute partners with Hillsborough County Public Schools to uplift local community schools/education/blog/2025/usf-institute-partners-with-hillsborough-county-public-schools.aspxA $50 million grant, awarded in collaboration with the University of Central Florida, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, and Florida International University, will connect the ӣƵ Institute for School-Commmunity Partnerships with researchers across Florida to make a lasting impact in community schools.Tyler EnnisTue, 28 Jan 2025 09:39:06 ӣƵ institute partners with Hillsborough County Public Schools to uplift local community schoolsA $50 million grant, awarded in collaboration with the University of Central Florida, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, and Florida International University, will connect the ӣƵ Institute for School-Commmunity Partnerships with researchers across Florida to make a lasting impact in community schools.Leaders from the ӣƵ Institute for School-Community Partnerships, Hillsborough County Public Schools, and the local community at the unveiling of University-Assisted Community Schools launch event./education/blog/2025/usf-institute-partners-with-hillsborough-county-public-schools.aspxCollege of Education NewsCommunity Partnerships,Hillsborough County Public SchoolsӣƵ College of Education Jumps 24 Spots in Online Program Rankings/education/blog/2025/online-program-rankings-2025.aspxGraduate programs offer unique online opportunities, including virtual and in-person study abroad experiences and explorations with cutting-edge technology.Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:28:38 ӣƵ College of Education Jumps 24 Spots in Online Program RankingsGraduate programs offer unique online opportunities, including virtual and in-person study abroad experiences and explorations with cutting-edge technology.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2025/online-program-rankings-2025.aspxCollege of Education alum receives AECT award for immersive virtual foreign language learning research/education/blog/2025/umi-saidah-aect-award.aspxSaidah's research focused on using 3D virtual worlds in foreign language education, designing and developing a series of English lessons in these immersive spaces to overcome the persistent challenges of English language learning and improve language learning practices using engaging and intuitive learning approaches.Tyler EnnisTue, 14 Jan 2025 09:38:15 College of Education alum receives AECT award for immersive virtual foreign language learning researchSaidah's research focused on using 3D virtual worlds in foreign language education, designing and developing a series of English lessons in these immersive spaces to overcome the persistent challenges of English language learning and improve language learning practices using engaging and intuitive learning approaches.Umi Saidah in her ӣƵ doctoral regalia./education/blog/2025/umi-saidah-aect-award.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchAwards and Honors,Technology in Education and Second Language AcquisitionPatriann Smith elected as vice president of the Literacy Research Association/education/blog/2024/patriann-smith-lra-2024.aspxSmith will take on many leadership positions with this role, from serving as LRA conference chair and co-chair to acting as the organization's chief executive officer.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:15:20 Patriann Smith elected as vice president of the Literacy Research AssociationSmith will take on many leadership positions with this role, from serving as LRA conference chair and co-chair to acting as the organization's chief executive officer.Headshot photo of Patriann Smith./education/blog/2024/patriann-smith-lra-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and StaffLiteracy StudiesYe Shen has been awarded two research grants to examine heritage language learning/education/blog/2024/ye-shen-grants-2024.aspxOne, a prestigious award from the American Educational Research Association (AERA) - National Science Foundation (NSF), and the other from the Language Learning Journal, will fund separate studies examining heritage language learning.Tyler EnnisThu, 05 Dec 2024 14:05:10 Ye Shen has been awarded two research grants to examine heritage language learningOne, a prestigious award from the American Educational Research Association (AERA) - National Science Foundation (NSF), and the other from the Language Learning Journal, will fund separate studies examining heritage language learning.Headshot of Ye Shen./education/blog/2024/ye-shen-grants-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchStacy-Ann January announced as co-director of the Institute for School Community Partnerships/education/blog/2024/stacy-ann-codirector-iscp.aspxHer leadership and dedication were evident in her previous role as associate director, where she has been pivotal in developing the ISCP's school-community partnerships focus area, which aims to develop and enhance community schools throughout the Tampa Bay region.Tyler EnnisFri, 22 Nov 2024 00:57:20 Stacy-Ann January announced as co-director of the Institute for School Community PartnershipsHer leadership and dedication were evident in her previous role as associate director, where she has been pivotal in developing the ISCP's school-community partnerships focus area, which aims to develop and enhance community schools throughout the Tampa Bay region.Stacy-Ann January: ӣƵ College of Education/education/blog/2024/stacy-ann-codirector-iscp.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and StaffSophia Han receives 2024 Phillip C. Chinn Multicultural Book Award/education/blog/2024/sophia-han-book-award-2024.aspxHan was honored for her book at the Awards Banquet during the 2024 Annual NAME International Conference in Anaheim, CA, on November 16.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:35:38 Sophia Han receives 2024 Phillip C. Chinn Multicultural Book AwardHan was honored for her book at the Awards Banquet during the 2024 Annual NAME International Conference in Anaheim, CA, on November 16.Sophia Han with her coauthors and NAME officials at the 2024 Annual NAME International Conference./education/blog/2024/sophia-han-book-award-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and StaffFlorida MESA hosts first ӣƵ Campus Day for local high school students interested in STEM/education/blog/2024/florida-mesa-fall-2024.aspxThe immersive experience sought to inspire and engage students in ӣƵ's science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degree programs.Tyler EnnisThu, 14 Nov 2024 00:21:09 Florida MESA hosts first ӣƵ Campus Day for local high school students interested in STEMThe immersive experience sought to inspire and engage students in ӣƵ's science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degree programs.Florida MESA high school student participants beginning a campus tour./education/blog/2024/florida-mesa-fall-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Community EngagementӣƵ College of Education faculty make international impact participating in RISE Caribbean/education/blog/2024/rise-caribbean-2024.aspxThis initiative, which began in 2021 when Patriann Smith, a then assistant professor in Literacy Studies at the ӣƵ College of Education, along with international partners, secured a $3.6 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), culminated in a RISE Caribbean Conference held at the ӣƵ Patel Center for Global Solutions in 2023.Tyler EnnisTue, 12 Nov 2024 09:23:09 ӣƵ College of Education faculty make international impact participating in RISE CaribbeanThis initiative, which began in 2021 when Patriann Smith, a then assistant professor in Literacy Studies at the ӣƵ College of Education, along with international partners, secured a $3.6 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), culminated in a RISE Caribbean Conference held at the ӣƵ Patel Center for Global Solutions in 2023.Group photo at the RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference./education/blog/2024/rise-caribbean-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchLiteracy StudiesӣƵ College of Education and CORE Construction raised over $56,000 in inaugural GYOTL Academy Golf Tournament/education/blog/2024/gyotl-golf-tournament-2024.aspxThe event was a success, thanks to the support of 69 golfers, including school district and Manatee County government officials, and 29 sponsors.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:59:12 ӣƵ College of Education and CORE Construction raised over $56,000 in inaugural GYOTL Academy Golf TournamentThe event was a success, thanks to the support of 69 golfers, including school district and Manatee County government officials, and 29 sponsors.Group photo at the CORE Construction GYOTL Academy golf tournament./education/blog/2024/gyotl-golf-tournament-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Community EngagementӣƵ Physical Education students and faculty are providing a free PE program for homeschooled children/education/blog/2024/pete-free-homeschool-pe-2024.aspxNow in its second year, the program has received an overwhelmingly positive reception in the local homeschool community, with spots for this fall filling up in 20 minutes.Tyler EnnisFri, 01 Nov 2024 09:59:33 ӣƵ Physical Education students and faculty are providing a free PE program for homeschooled childrenNow in its second year, the program has received an overwhelmingly positive reception in the local homeschool community, with spots for this fall filling up in 20 minutes.Craig Nieman and four ӣƵ Physical Education students teaching a free homeschool PE class./education/blog/2024/pete-free-homeschool-pe-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Community EngagementCollege of Education students and faculty help clean up ӣƵ Botanical Gardens following Hurricane Milton/education/blog/2024/botanical-gardens-cleanup.aspxCraig Huegel, the director of the ӣƵ Botanical Gardens, put out a call for volunteers to help clean up the extensive damage caused by Hurricane Milton. The storm had uprooted trees and left debris scattered across the entire area.Tyler EnnisWed, 23 Oct 2024 09:36:12 College of Education students and faculty help clean up ӣƵ Botanical Gardens following Hurricane MiltonCraig Huegel, the director of the ӣƵ Botanical Gardens, put out a call for volunteers to help clean up the extensive damage caused by Hurricane Milton. The storm had uprooted trees and left debris scattered across the entire area.Ly Do, Jordon Wilson, Stephanie Arthur, and Craig Huegel (left to right) standing together for a group photo at the ӣƵ Botanical Gardens./education/blog/2024/botanical-gardens-cleanup.aspxCollege of Education NewsӣƵ Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week by Honoring a Local Teacher and Hosting a Tailgate/education/blog/2024/extra-yard-for-teachers-2024.aspxThe ӣƵ College of Education proudly honored Pasco County Teacher of the Year, LeAnne John, presenting her with a $1,000 gift card for Donors Choose and a bundle of exciting ӣƵ goodies to celebrate the Big Day for Teachers on Tuesday, September 17.Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:53:28 ӣƵ Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week by Honoring a Local Teacher and Hosting a TailgateThe ӣƵ College of Education proudly honored Pasco County Teacher of the Year, LeAnne John, presenting her with a $1,000 gift card for Donors Choose and a bundle of exciting ӣƵ goodies to celebrate the Big Day for Teachers on Tuesday, September 17.LeAnne John receives a $1,000 check for the CFP Foundation's #BigDayforTeachers./education/blog/2024/extra-yard-for-teachers-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Community EngagementDr. Alexandra Panos Receives the ӣƵ Outstanding Research Achievement Award/education/blog/2024/alexandra-panos-research-award-2024.aspxPanos' research agenda centers on providing learners with opportunities to explore texts related to the climate crisis.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:42:25 Dr. Alexandra Panos Receives the ӣƵ Outstanding Research Achievement AwardPanos' research agenda centers on providing learners with opportunities to explore texts related to the climate crisis.Alexandra Panos headshot photo. /education/blog/2024/alexandra-panos-research-award-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchAwards and HonorsӣƵ School Counseling Interns Receive Valuable Prevention Education Training from the Monique Burr Foundation/education/blog/2024/counseling-prevention-education-training-2024.aspxThey participated in the MBF Child Safety Matters program training, a K-5 evidence-based curriculum for prevention education. This program covers topics such as safety awareness, cyber safety, and bullying prevention.Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:43:09 ӣƵ School Counseling Interns Receive Valuable Prevention Education Training from the Monique Burr FoundationThey participated in the MBF Child Safety Matters program training, a K-5 evidence-based curriculum for prevention education. This program covers topics such as safety awareness, cyber safety, and bullying prevention.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2024/counseling-prevention-education-training-2024.aspxCollege of Education NewsDr. Wenyu Guo Selected as an Awardee by the NCTE Early Career Educator of Color Leadership Program/education/blog/2024/guo-ncte-2024.aspxThis prestigious award not only recognizes her scholarly excellence but also provides a unique learning opportunity. As a part of this incredible honor, Wenyu will work with experienced NCTE mentors and build a valuable nationwide professional learning network.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:57:12 Dr. Wenyu Guo Selected as an Awardee by the NCTE Early Career Educator of Color Leadership ProgramThis prestigious award not only recognizes her scholarly excellence but also provides a unique learning opportunity. As a part of this incredible honor, Wenyu will work with experienced NCTE mentors and build a valuable nationwide professional learning network.Dr. Wenyu Guo at an NCTE meeting./education/blog/2024/guo-ncte-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and StaffDr. Elizabeth Hadley Earns $650,000 Grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation for Project TeLI/education/blog/2024/hadley-nsfgrant-2024.aspxThis substantial grant will fund a three-year research study that will analyze teacher language interactions to improve the field’s understanding of preschool language development.Mon, 09 Sep 2024 11:05:41 Dr. Elizabeth Hadley Earns $650,000 Grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation for Project TeLIThis substantial grant will fund a three-year research study that will analyze teacher language interactions to improve the field’s understanding of preschool language development.Headshot photo of Elizabeth Hadley./education/blog/2024/hadley-nsfgrant-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchDr. Lindsay Persohn Receives Grant for an Exciting VR Project from the Corridor Early-Stage Innovation Fund/education/blog/2024/persohn-vrgrant-2024.aspxPersohn's team will connect with virtual reality industry leaders to create immersive learning environments for students to solve real-world problems.Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:25:11 Dr. Lindsay Persohn Receives Grant for an Exciting VR Project from the Corridor Early-Stage Innovation FundPersohn's team will connect with virtual reality industry leaders to create immersive learning environments for students to solve real-world problems.Alice wearing a virtual reality headset./education/blog/2024/persohn-vrgrant-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchNews Release: Dr. Nathaniel von der Embse Secures $2 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of Education/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-2mil-grant-us-department-education.aspxNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, a professor of school psychology at the ӣƵ and Co-Executive Director of the School Mental Health Collaborative, has been awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Institute for Education Sciences (IES).Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:16:11 News Release: Dr. Nathaniel von der Embse Secures $2 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of EducationNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, a professor of school psychology at the ӣƵ and Co-Executive Director of the School Mental Health Collaborative, has been awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Institute for Education Sciences (IES).Nate von der Embse, PhD/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-2mil-grant-us-department-education.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchMental Health,School Psychology$1 Million Grant Awarded to Dr. Nathaniel von der Embse from the William T. Grant Foundation/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-awarded-1mil-grant-william-t-grant-foundation.aspxNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, and his colleagues from the ӣƵ (ӣƵ), Ken Christensen, Jennifer Wolgemuth, Eunsook Kim, and Troy Quast, along with Stephen Kilgus from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, have been awarded a prestigious $1 million grant from the William T. Grant Foundation.Thu, 11 Jul 2024 09:50:16 $1 Million Grant Awarded to Dr. Nathaniel von der Embse from the William T. Grant FoundationNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, and his colleagues from the ӣƵ (ӣƵ), Ken Christensen, Jennifer Wolgemuth, Eunsook Kim, and Troy Quast, along with Stephen Kilgus from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, have been awarded a prestigious $1 million grant from the William T. Grant Foundation.Dr. von der Embse speaking to group at ӣƵ/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-awarded-1mil-grant-william-t-grant-foundation.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchHillsborough County Public Schools,Mental Health,School Psychology$10 million grant establishes a new national center to train more school based mental health professionals/education/blog/2024/metrics-grant.aspxWith an already dedicated and thriving School Mental Health Collaborative (SMHC) center at the ӣƵ (ӣƵ) College of Education, more support from the federal government will expand its reach across the United States in the creation of a newly developed training center called METRICS.Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:12:07 $10 million grant establishes a new national center to train more school based mental health professionalsWith an already dedicated and thriving School Mental Health Collaborative (SMHC) center at the ӣƵ (ӣƵ) College of Education, more support from the federal government will expand its reach across the United States in the creation of a newly developed training center called METRICS.Leadership team of the School Mental Health Collaborative/education/blog/2024/metrics-grant.aspxState Farm Supports Financial Literacy for ӣƵ Students/education/blog/2024/stavros-center-statefarm-sponsorship.aspxState Farm extends sponsorship of financial literacy training for ӣƵ students with tailored workshops developed by the Stavros Center.Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:48:57 State Farm Supports Financial Literacy for ӣƵ StudentsState Farm extends sponsorship of financial literacy training for ӣƵ students with tailored workshops developed by the Stavros Center.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2024/stavros-center-statefarm-sponsorship.aspxAccepting Applications for Noyce Master Teacher Fellowships in STEM/education/blog/2024/noyce-fellowship-applications.aspxAccepting applications from STEM educators in HCPS teaching grades 6-12.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:11:24 Accepting Applications for Noyce Master Teacher Fellowships in STEMAccepting applications from STEM educators in HCPS teaching grades 6-12.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2024/noyce-fellowship-applications.aspxCelebrating Exceptional Student Education: Richardson Showcase of Promise/education/blog/2024/richardson-showcase-of-promise.aspxIn a vibrant celebration of achievement and inclusivity, the Richardson Showcase of Promise emerged as a beacon of support for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) majors, uniting alumni, mentor teachers, donors, and partners in a symphony of appreciation and encouragement.Tue, 28 May 2024 13:04:58 Celebrating Exceptional Student Education: Richardson Showcase of PromiseIn a vibrant celebration of achievement and inclusivity, the Richardson Showcase of Promise emerged as a beacon of support for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) majors, uniting alumni, mentor teachers, donors, and partners in a symphony of appreciation and encouragement.Students and participants speaking around poster presentations /education/blog/2024/richardson-showcase-of-promise.aspxCollege of Education NewsExceptional Student EducationAlumni Spotlight: L. Danielle “Danie” Roberts-Dahm, PhD | A Career She Never Imagined (Because It Didn’t Exist!)/education/blog/2024/alumni-spotlight-l-danielle-roberts-dahm.aspxDanie shares her leap of faith, full-circle story, and why students majoring in education should be open to alternative career paths.Kiley MallardThu, 09 May 2024 07:21:36 Alumni Spotlight: L. Danielle “Danie” Roberts-Dahm, PhD | A Career She Never Imagined (Because It Didn’t Exist!)Danie shares her leap of faith, full-circle story, and why students majoring in education should be open to alternative career paths.Danielle Roberts-Dahm Portrait/education/blog/2024/alumni-spotlight-l-danielle-roberts-dahm.aspxAlumni and FriendsAlumni Spotlight,UMatterAnnouncing recipients of the 2024 ӣƵ College of Education Distinguished Alumni Awards/education/blog/2024/winners-distinguished-alumni-awards-2024.aspxEach year, the College of Education presents our Distinguished Alumni Awards to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our graduates.Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:56:25 Announcing recipients of the 2024 ӣƵ College of Education Distinguished Alumni AwardsEach year, the College of Education presents our Distinguished Alumni Awards to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our graduates.winners of the 2024 college of education distinguished alumni awards/education/blog/2024/winners-distinguished-alumni-awards-2024.aspxAlumni and Friends,College of Education NewsӣƵ College of Education continues to rise in rankings for top graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report/education/blog/2024/rankings-graduate-programs-2025.aspxӣƵ College of Education ranked again in 2024 as top graduate education school in the nation.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 01:00:00 ӣƵ College of Education continues to rise in rankings for top graduate programs by U.S. News & World ReportӣƵ College of Education ranked again in 2024 as top graduate education school in the nation.College of Education ranks number 38 in 2025/education/blog/2024/rankings-graduate-programs-2025.aspxCollege of Education News87 ӣƵ Research Faculty and Students Presenting at AERA 2024 Conference/education/blog/2024/untitled.aspxIt is the premiere event for educational research. View our ӣƵ researchers and their presentation schedule for the annual AERA conference from April 11-14.Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:35:59 87 ӣƵ Research Faculty and Students Presenting at AERA 2024 ConferenceIt is the premiere event for educational research. View our ӣƵ researchers and their presentation schedule for the annual AERA conference from April 11-14.ӣƵ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2024/untitled.aspxCollege of Education NewsEducation ResearchLegacy of Dr. Katzenmeyer/education/blog/2024/katzenmeyer-legacy.aspxDean for 17 years, Dr. William Katzenmeyer will be remembered for his extraordinary impact in the College of Education. This impact will be carried on by his family, who developed an endowed scholarship fund designed to aid first-generation college students.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:48:24 Legacy of Dr. KatzenmeyerDean for 17 years, Dr. William Katzenmeyer will be remembered for his extraordinary impact in the College of Education. This impact will be carried on by his family, who developed an endowed scholarship fund designed to aid first-generation college students.Katzenmeyer Image/education/blog/2024/katzenmeyer-legacy.aspxCollege of Education NewsEducation in Action 2024 Event Focused on Innovation at ӣƵ’s College of Education/education/blog/2024/education-in-action-2024.aspxEducation in Action is a seminal event for the ӣƵ College of Education (COEDU). It connects a diverse group of stakeholders from across the Tampa Bay region to explore critical issues facing the education profession. This year's event was a full day of networking and learning focused on “Celebrating and Innovating” that included a college expo, luncheon with engaging presentations, and special sessions for students and faculty.Communications and MarketingTue, 05 Mar 2024 14:19:46 Education in Action 2024 Event Focused on Innovation at ӣƵ’s College of EducationEducation in Action is a seminal event for the ӣƵ College of Education (COEDU). It connects a diverse group of stakeholders from across the Tampa Bay region to explore critical issues facing the education profession. This year's event was a full day of networking and learning focused on “Celebrating and Innovating” that included a college expo, luncheon with engaging presentations, and special sessions for students and faculty.Education in Action keynote speaker on stage/education/blog/2024/education-in-action-2024.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community EngagementEducation in ActionӣƵ student receives highest non-combat award from U.S. Marine Corps/education/blog/2024/usf-student-recieves-award-us-marine-corps.aspxOne year ago, U.S. Marine Sgt. Amed Issa was kneeling outside of a packed restaurant in Waikiki, Hawaii, applying lifesaving aid to a shooting victim’s 23 fresh gunshot wounds. Issa has been awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal – the highest noncombat decoration awarded for heroism by the U.S. Department of the Navy to members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.Molly UrnekTue, 05 Mar 2024 13:23:40 ӣƵ student receives highest non-combat award from U.S. Marine CorpsOne year ago, U.S. Marine Sgt. Amed Issa was kneeling outside of a packed restaurant in Waikiki, Hawaii, applying lifesaving aid to a shooting victim’s 23 fresh gunshot wounds. Issa has been awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal – the highest noncombat decoration awarded for heroism by the U.S. Department of the Navy to members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.Issa Headshot/education/blog/2024/usf-student-recieves-award-us-marine-corps.aspxCollege of Education NewsAwards and Honors,Exercise Science,Student SpotlightAlexandra Panos, Ph.D., Receives Grant to Explore Climate Literacy Teaching for English Language Arts Educators/education/blog/2024/panos-grant-climate-literacy-teaching.aspxAlexandra Panos, Ph.D., assistant professor of literacy studies and director of research for the Center for Climate Literacy at the ӣƵ College of Education was awarded a $50,000 Spencer Foundation Small Research Grant, along with Co-PIs Michael Sherry, Ph.D., associate professor in English Education and Jarod Roselló, Ph.D., associate professor in Creative Writing.Rebecca DarmocWed, 28 Feb 2024 07:04:29 Alexandra Panos, Ph.D., Receives Grant to Explore Climate Literacy Teaching for English Language Arts EducatorsAlexandra Panos, Ph.D., assistant professor of literacy studies and director of research for the Center for Climate Literacy at the ӣƵ College of Education was awarded a $50,000 Spencer Foundation Small Research Grant, along with Co-PIs Michael Sherry, Ph.D., associate professor in English Education and Jarod Roselló, Ph.D., associate professor in Creative Writing.Alexandra Panos Headshot/education/blog/2024/panos-grant-climate-literacy-teaching.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchLiteracy Studies