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Student Spotlight: Cassie D'Addeo
A doctoral student in the counselor education program at the ±«Óãtv, D'Addeo is earning accolades for her exceptional contributions to school counseling.
April 3, 2025Student Life

How a Teacher of the Year Took Her Teaching to the Next Level
Maggie 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?
April 3, 2025

±«Óãtv physical education program to host 2025 AIESEP International Conference
The conference will feature presentations from leaders in physical education around the globe, bringing industry-leading knowledge and practice to campus.
March 19, 2025College of Education News, Community Engagement

Education in Action Luncheon sees record attendance with a focus on mental health and wellness
The 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.
March 14, 2025Alumni and Friends, College of Education News, Community Engagement

Two ±«Óãtv faculty rank in the top ten most productive school psychology researchers internationally
Evan 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.
March 4, 2025College of Education News, Faculty and Staff, Research

Association of Teacher Educators 2025 Taylor & Francis Outstanding Article Award to be presented to Ilene R. Berson and Michael J. Berson
They 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.
February 20, 2025College of Education News, Faculty and Staff

Student Spotlight: Darlshawn Patterson’s passion for literacy and education policy
A Ph.D. student in the Literacy Studies program at ±«Óãtv, Patterson discusses her drive to transform education and highlights the significance of building supportive communities.
February 19, 2025College of Education News

Two ±«Óãtv professors appointed to National Advisory Board for Library of Congress program
Ilene 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.
February 13, 2025College of Education News, Faculty and Staff

±«Óãtv's InsideART professional development program for teachers celebrates 15 years
A collaborative project between the ±«Óãtv Contemporary Art Museum and the ±«Óãtv 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.
February 6, 2025College of Education News

±«Óãtv student group explores ways to use artificial intelligence in the classroom
Zafer Unal, an education professor at ±«Óãtv St. Petersburg, introduced students to TeacherServer, a platform he created that provides over 800 cost-free AI tools designed and tested by educators.
February 4, 2025College of Education News

±«Óãtv institute partners with Hillsborough County Public Schools to uplift local community schools
A $50 million grant, awarded in collaboration with the University of Central Florida, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, and Florida International University, will connect the ±«Óãtv Institute for School-Commmunity Partnerships with researchers across Florida to make a lasting impact in community schools.
January 28, 2025College of Education News

±«Óãtv College of Education Jumps 24 Spots in Online Program Rankings
Graduate programs offer unique online opportunities, including virtual and in-person study abroad experiences and explorations with cutting-edge technology.
January 21, 2025