Blog Feed/education/blog/Recent posts from Blogen-usSat, 28 Dec 2024 05:25:41 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)Patriann 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.Tyler EnnisMon, 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: ±«Óătv 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.Tyler EnnisThu, 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv's science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degree programs.Tyler EnnisThu, 14 Nov 2024 00:21:09 Florida MESA hosts first ±«Óătv Campus Day for local high school students interested in STEMThe immersive experience sought to inspire and engage students in ±«Óătv'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 Engagement±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv Patel Center for Global Solutions in 2023.Tyler EnnisTue, 12 Nov 2024 09:23:09 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 Studies±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 Engagement±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv Botanical Gardens following Hurricane Milton/education/blog/2024/botanical-gardens-cleanup.aspxCraig Huegel, the director of the ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv Botanical Gardens following Hurricane MiltonCraig Huegel, the director of the ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv Botanical Gardens./education/blog/2024/botanical-gardens-cleanup.aspxCollege of Education News±«Óătv Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week by Honoring a Local Teacher and Hosting a Tailgate/education/blog/2024/extra-yard-for-teachers-2024.aspxThe ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv goodies to celebrate the Big Day for Teachers on Tuesday, September 17.Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:53:28 ±«Óătv Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week by Honoring a Local Teacher and Hosting a TailgateThe ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 Honors±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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.±«Óătv: 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv (±«Óătv), 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 ±«Óătv (±«Óătv), 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 ±«Óătv/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 ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) 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 ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) 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 ±«Óătv Students/education/blog/2024/stavros-center-statefarm-sponsorship.aspxState Farm extends sponsorship of financial literacy training for ±«Óătv students with tailored workshops developed by the Stavros Center.Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:48:57 State Farm Supports Financial Literacy for ±«Óătv StudentsState Farm extends sponsorship of financial literacy training for ±«Óătv students with tailored workshops developed by the Stavros Center.±«Óătv: 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.±«Óătv: 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 News±«Óătv 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.aspx±«Óătv College of Education ranked again in 2024 as top graduate education school in the nation.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 01:00:00 ±«Óătv College of Education continues to rise in rankings for top graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv Research Faculty and Students Presenting at AERA 2024 Conference/education/blog/2024/untitled.aspxIt is the premiere event for educational research. View our ±«Óătv researchers and their presentation schedule for the annual AERA conference from April 11-14.Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:35:59 87 ±«Óătv Research Faculty and Students Presenting at AERA 2024 ConferenceIt is the premiere event for educational research. View our ±«Óătv researchers and their presentation schedule for the annual AERA conference from April 11-14.±«Óătv: 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 ±«Óătv’s College of Education/education/blog/2024/education-in-action-2024.aspxEducation in Action is a seminal event for the ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv’s College of EducationEducation in Action is a seminal event for the ±«Óătv 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 Action±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 ±«Óătv 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 RosellĂł, 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 ±«Óătv 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 RosellĂł, Ph.D., associate professor in Creative Writing.Alexandra Panos Headshot/education/blog/2024/panos-grant-climate-literacy-teaching.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchLiteracy StudiesNominations are now open for the ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) College of Education's 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards program./education/blog/2024/nominations-distinguished-alumni-awards-2024.aspxAlumni, staff, faculty, students and friends of the university are welcome to nominate College of Education graduates from across all three ±«Óătv campuses for these prestigious awards. Nominations are currently being accepted through March 20, 2024.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 06:51:17 Nominations are now open for the ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) College of Education's 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards program.Alumni, staff, faculty, students and friends of the university are welcome to nominate College of Education graduates from across all three ±«Óătv campuses for these prestigious awards. Nominations are currently being accepted through March 20, 2024.College of Education Distinguished Alumni Awards Graphic/education/blog/2024/nominations-distinguished-alumni-awards-2024.aspxAlumni and FriendsAwards and Honors,Distinguished Alumni Awards,Honors and Awards±«Óătv Alumni Award recipient empowered students, colleagues, friends/education/blog/2023/alumni-award-recipient-empowered-students.aspxBorn into a lineage of ambition and academic excellence, Paulette C. Walker’s dreams were fueled by the legacy of her parents and grandparents. A third-generation college student – rare for a Black person growing up in the U.S. in the 1950s and 60s – Paulette was the child of a teacher, Helen, and an engineer, Otis.Jessica Martinez, ±«Óătv Advancement Communications and MarketingThu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 ±«Óătv Alumni Award recipient empowered students, colleagues, friendsBorn into a lineage of ambition and academic excellence, Paulette C. Walker’s dreams were fueled by the legacy of her parents and grandparents. A third-generation college student – rare for a Black person growing up in the U.S. in the 1950s and 60s – Paulette was the child of a teacher, Helen, and an engineer, Otis.Group photo, Paulette with award/education/blog/2023/alumni-award-recipient-empowered-students.aspxAlumni and FriendsAlumni SpotlightCollege of Education Alumni elected Hillsborough County School Board Vice Chair/education/blog/2023/vicechairelected.aspxAt Tuesday’s School Board meeting the board voted in a new chair and vice chair. Karen Perez was unanimously voted in as School Board chair and Jessica Vaughn was unanimously voted in as vice-chair.Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 College of Education Alumni elected Hillsborough County School Board Vice ChairAt Tuesday’s School Board meeting the board voted in a new chair and vice chair. Karen Perez was unanimously voted in as School Board chair and Jessica Vaughn was unanimously voted in as vice-chair.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/vicechairelected.aspxAlumni and FriendsThe ±«Óătv College of Education Pledges to Prepare Future Educators with the Tech Skills to Thrive in Digital Learning Environments/education/blog/2023/iste-pledge.aspxThe ±«Óătv College of Education today announced it has signed the EPPs for Digital Equity and Transformation Pledge, committing to prepare educators with the skills to successfully use technology for learning in face-to-face, hybrid, and online classrooms.±«Óătv College of EducationTue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 The ±«Óătv College of Education Pledges to Prepare Future Educators with the Tech Skills to Thrive in Digital Learning EnvironmentsThe ±«Óătv College of Education today announced it has signed the EPPs for Digital Equity and Transformation Pledge, committing to prepare educators with the skills to successfully use technology for learning in face-to-face, hybrid, and online classrooms.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/iste-pledge.aspxCollege of Education NewsThe ±«Óătv College of Education and the David C. Anchin Center welcome Justice Palavra as the new Associate Director of the Mathematics, Engineering, and Science Achievement (MESA) program./education/blog/2023/justicewelcome.aspxThe ±«Óătv College of Education and the David C. Anchin Center welcome Justice Palavra as the new Associate Director of the Mathematics, Engineering, and Science Achievement (MESA) program.David ScangaWed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 The ±«Óătv College of Education and the David C. Anchin Center welcome Justice Palavra as the new Associate Director of the Mathematics, Engineering, and Science Achievement (MESA) program.The ±«Óătv College of Education and the David C. Anchin Center welcome Justice Palavra as the new Associate Director of the Mathematics, Engineering, and Science Achievement (MESA) program.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/justicewelcome.aspxFaculty and Staff±«Óătv College of Education Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-celebrates-extra-yard-for-teachers-week.aspx±«Óătv College of Education Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week. From The Big Day to game day shoutouts, ±«Óătv shows appreciation for area educators.Kiley Mallard, Advancement Communications and MarketingWed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 ±«Óătv College of Education Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week±«Óătv College of Education Celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week. From The Big Day to game day shoutouts, ±«Óătv shows appreciation for area educators.Nicolette Barone with her students and Rocky/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-celebrates-extra-yard-for-teachers-week.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community EngagementCommunity Partnerships,Events,Hillsborough County Public Schools±«Óătv College of Education hosts Math by the Bay Summit/education/blog/2023/math-by-the-bay.aspxThe Math by the Bay Summit was held on September 19, 2023, in TECO Hall at the College of Education ±«Óătv. Dr. Sarah Van Ingen Lauer and Dr. David Allsopp facilitated school district teams from Hillsborough, Sarasota, Pinellas, Hernando, Polk, and Manatee in a deep discussion related to the challenges and solutions of helping all students achieve in mathematics. District leaders showed appreciation for the time spent together sharing thoughts and ideas.David ScangaWed, 20 Sep 2023 00:00:00 ±«Óătv College of Education hosts Math by the Bay SummitThe Math by the Bay Summit was held on September 19, 2023, in TECO Hall at the College of Education ±«Óătv. Dr. Sarah Van Ingen Lauer and Dr. David Allsopp facilitated school district teams from Hillsborough, Sarasota, Pinellas, Hernando, Polk, and Manatee in a deep discussion related to the challenges and solutions of helping all students achieve in mathematics. District leaders showed appreciation for the time spent together sharing thoughts and ideas.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/math-by-the-bay.aspxCenters and InstitutesEXTRA YARD FOR TEACHERS CELEBRATION: SEPT. 23, 2023/education/blog/2023/extra-yard-for-teachers-2023.aspxThank you for all you do to educate the Tampa Bay community! To show our appreciation for the difference you make in the lives of many, we're offering all educators discounted ±«Óătv Football tickets and an invite to a pre-game tailgate to celebrate Extra Yard for Teachers Week.Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 EXTRA YARD FOR TEACHERS CELEBRATION: SEPT. 23, 2023Thank you for all you do to educate the Tampa Bay community! To show our appreciation for the difference you make in the lives of many, we're offering all educators discounted ±«Óătv Football tickets and an invite to a pre-game tailgate to celebrate Extra Yard for Teachers Week.Extra Yard for Teachers Information /education/blog/2023/extra-yard-for-teachers-2023.aspxCommunity EngagementThe David C. Anchin Center hosted State and District Teachers of the Year for the program, “Celebrating Excellence: Professional Learning with Florida Teachers of the Year”/education/blog/2023/state-and-district-teacher-of-the-year.aspxThe David C. Anchin Center hosted State and District Teachers of the Year for the program, “Celebrating Excellence: Professional Learning with Florida Teachers of the Year”David ScangaWed, 13 Sep 2023 00:00:00 The David C. Anchin Center hosted State and District Teachers of the Year for the program, “Celebrating Excellence: Professional Learning with Florida Teachers of the Year”The David C. Anchin Center hosted State and District Teachers of the Year for the program, “Celebrating Excellence: Professional Learning with Florida Teachers of the Year”COEDU Teco Room/education/blog/2023/state-and-district-teacher-of-the-year.aspxCenters and InstitutesCollege of Education alumna gives back and helps honor and memorialize victims on 9/11/education/blog/2023/learnandserve911.aspxThis week, we remember the 2,977 victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. For our ±«Óătv College of Education alumni, Dr. Kristy Verdi PhD with the non-profit Learn and Serve Tampa, this day is a day to do good and give back to the community in their efforts to transform the anniversary of 9/11 into a day of doing good.Sam Del ValleTue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 College of Education alumna gives back and helps honor and memorialize victims on 9/11This week, we remember the 2,977 victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. For our ±«Óătv College of Education alumni, Dr. Kristy Verdi PhD with the non-profit Learn and Serve Tampa, this day is a day to do good and give back to the community in their efforts to transform the anniversary of 9/11 into a day of doing good.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/learnandserve911.aspxAlumni and FriendsAdvanced Placement Summer Institute 2023 Recap/education/blog/2023/apsi-2023-review.aspxThis past July, The ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) College of Education’s Anchin Center hosted its annual Advanced Placement Summer Institute (APSI). The Anchin Center’s APSI is the third largest in the world, with participants joining from 32 states and 13 different countries, including Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Georgia, Guatemala, Kuwait, Mexico, Myanmar, Panama, South Korea, and Turkey. This summer, they welcomed approximately 650 Advanced Placement (AP) teachers to campus for three consecutive weeks of collaborative professional learning.Rachel HattenFri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Advanced Placement Summer Institute 2023 RecapThis past July, The ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) College of Education’s Anchin Center hosted its annual Advanced Placement Summer Institute (APSI). The Anchin Center’s APSI is the third largest in the world, with participants joining from 32 states and 13 different countries, including Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Georgia, Guatemala, Kuwait, Mexico, Myanmar, Panama, South Korea, and Turkey. This summer, they welcomed approximately 650 Advanced Placement (AP) teachers to campus for three consecutive weeks of collaborative professional learning.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/apsi-2023-review.aspxCenters and InstitutesDavid C. Anchin CenterRemembering Barbara Joseph Shircliffe (1968 - 2023)/education/blog/2023/remembering-barbara-shircliffe.aspxRemembering Dr. Remembering Barbara Joseph Shircliffe (1968 - 2023)±«ÓătvWed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Remembering Barbara Joseph Shircliffe (1968 - 2023)Remembering Dr. Remembering Barbara Joseph Shircliffe (1968 - 2023)Remembering Barbara Joseph Shircliffe (1968 - 2023)/education/blog/2023/remembering-barbara-shircliffe.aspx±«Óătv Stavros Center receives a $20,000 grant to support Financial Literacy Programs for ±«Óătv Students./education/blog/2023/stavrosstatefarm.aspxThe Gus A. Stavros Center for Free Enterprise and Economic Education received a $20,000 gift from State Farm in support of the Center’s programming to educate students in economics and financial literacy. State Farm’s support will directly impact college-aged students.Sam Del ValleFri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 ±«Óătv Stavros Center receives a $20,000 grant to support Financial Literacy Programs for ±«Óătv Students.The Gus A. Stavros Center for Free Enterprise and Economic Education received a $20,000 gift from State Farm in support of the Center’s programming to educate students in economics and financial literacy. State Farm’s support will directly impact college-aged students.Classroom Students/education/blog/2023/stavrosstatefarm.aspxExperience the RISE Caribbean Conference if you missed it!/education/blog/2023/experience-the-rise-caribbean-conference-if-you-missed-it.aspxThe RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference was co-hosted last week from May 30 – June 1, by the ±«Óătv and the University of the West Indies Cave Hill at the ±«Óătv College of Education Tampa campus and the Patel Center for Global Solutions. Researchers from the Caribbean, across the U.S., as well as faculty from the ±«Óătv College of Education presented on the topic of Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.Communications and MarketingWed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Experience the RISE Caribbean Conference if you missed it!The RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference was co-hosted last week from May 30 – June 1, by the ±«Óătv and the University of the West Indies Cave Hill at the ±«Óătv College of Education Tampa campus and the Patel Center for Global Solutions. Researchers from the Caribbean, across the U.S., as well as faculty from the ±«Óătv College of Education presented on the topic of Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.RISE Conference opening reception /education/blog/2023/experience-the-rise-caribbean-conference-if-you-missed-it.aspxCenters and Institutes,Faculty and Staff,ResearchConferencesGet ready for the RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference! Listen to podcasts./education/blog/2023/rise2023podcast.aspxThe RISE Caribbean, Educational Research Conference, kicks off next week from May 30 – June 1 at the ±«Óătv (±«Óătv). Speakers will share their research contributing to the conference’s theme: Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.Sam Del ValleThu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 Get ready for the RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference! Listen to podcasts.The RISE Caribbean, Educational Research Conference, kicks off next week from May 30 – June 1 at the ±«Óătv (±«Óătv). Speakers will share their research contributing to the conference’s theme: Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/rise2023podcast.aspxResearchTwo Education faculty receive Margaret Burlington Tritle Excellence in Teaching Faculty Award/education/blog/2023/tritle-award-2023.aspxTwo ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) College of Education faculty members were selected to receive the 2022-2023 Margaret Burlington Tritle Excellence in Teaching Faculty Award, an annual award presented to college faculty members who demonstrate exemplary teaching.Sam Del ValleThu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 Two Education faculty receive Margaret Burlington Tritle Excellence in Teaching Faculty AwardTwo ±«Óătv (±«Óătv) College of Education faculty members were selected to receive the 2022-2023 Margaret Burlington Tritle Excellence in Teaching Faculty Award, an annual award presented to college faculty members who demonstrate exemplary teaching.Headshots of Bratkovich and Sabella/education/blog/2023/tritle-award-2023.aspxFaculty and StaffAwards and Honors±«Óătv College of Education proudly awards two undergraduate students with the Graduation with Distinction Award/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-awards-two-undergraduate-students-with-graduation-with-distinction-award.aspxTwo undergraduate students have been honored with the Graduation with Distinction Award due to their excellence in academics, professional development, community service, research and scholarship while a student at ±«Óătv.Communications and MarketingMon, 22 May 2023 16:00:00 ±«Óătv College of Education proudly awards two undergraduate students with the Graduation with Distinction AwardTwo undergraduate students have been honored with the Graduation with Distinction Award due to their excellence in academics, professional development, community service, research and scholarship while a student at ±«Óătv.Two undergraduate students/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-awards-two-undergraduate-students-with-graduation-with-distinction-award.aspxAcademicsCommencement,Honors and Awards,Undergraduate StudiesAssociate professor develops motivational chatbot and digital Candyland-like maze to ensure student success/news/2023/associate-professor-develops-motivational-chatbot-and-candyland-like-maze-to-ensure-student-success.aspxSanghoon Park will be recognized by the State University System of Florida for his efforts to provide students with an engaging learning environment while teaching them how to develop creative ways to empower and prepare future students in their own digital courses.External ArticleMon, 15 May 2023 13:00:00 Associate professor develops motivational chatbot and digital Candyland-like maze to ensure student successSanghoon Park will be recognized by the State University System of Florida for his efforts to provide students with an engaging learning environment while teaching them how to develop creative ways to empower and prepare future students in their own digital courses.People using VR headset /news/2023/associate-professor-develops-motivational-chatbot-and-candyland-like-maze-to-ensure-student-success.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchU.S. Department of Education awards ±«Óătv researchers $8 million to enhance school-based mental health programs/news/2023/us-department-of-education-awards-usf-researchers-8-million-to-enhance-school-based-mental-health-programs.aspxTwo separate projects led by faculty in the ±«Óătv College of Education and College of Behavioral and Community Sciences are being funded by a combined $8 million from the U.S. Department of Education to address mental health in Tampa Bay K-12 students.External ArticleMon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 U.S. Department of Education awards ±«Óătv researchers $8 million to enhance school-based mental health programsTwo separate projects led by faculty in the ±«Óătv College of Education and College of Behavioral and Community Sciences are being funded by a combined $8 million from the U.S. Department of Education to address mental health in Tampa Bay K-12 students.Out of focus image of children playing at playground/news/2023/us-department-of-education-awards-usf-researchers-8-million-to-enhance-school-based-mental-health-programs.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchEducational Psychology,School PsychologySpring Class of 2023 Graduation for the ±«Óătv College of Education/education/blog/2023/spring-class-of-2023-graduation-for-the-usf-college-of-education.aspxThe ±«Óătv College of Education awarded undergraduate and graduate degrees at spring commencement on May 5-7 at the Yuengling Center. There were many graduation cap tassels and sashes with the College of Education’s light blue color this weekend.Communications and MarketingThu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 Spring Class of 2023 Graduation for the ±«Óătv College of EducationThe ±«Óătv College of Education awarded undergraduate and graduate degrees at spring commencement on May 5-7 at the Yuengling Center. There were many graduation cap tassels and sashes with the College of Education’s light blue color this weekend.Spring 2023 Graduates /education/blog/2023/spring-class-of-2023-graduation-for-the-usf-college-of-education.aspxCommencementSpring 2023 ±«Óătv College of Education graduates present at Practitioner Research Conference/education/blog/2023/spring-2023-usf-college-of-education-graduates-present-at-practitioner-research-conference.aspxAt the 2023 Practitioner Research Conference, 86 College of Education teacher candidates presented the practice-based research they engaged in throughout the spring semester. With their graduation on the near horizon, the ±«Óătv College of Education’s goal is to encourage these future teachers to engage in research as a regular aspect of teaching practice throughout their career, beyond their degree completion.Communications and MarketingThu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 Spring 2023 ±«Óătv College of Education graduates present at Practitioner Research ConferenceAt the 2023 Practitioner Research Conference, 86 College of Education teacher candidates presented the practice-based research they engaged in throughout the spring semester. With their graduation on the near horizon, the ±«Óătv College of Education’s goal is to encourage these future teachers to engage in research as a regular aspect of teaching practice throughout their career, beyond their degree completion.Student presenting research/education/blog/2023/spring-2023-usf-college-of-education-graduates-present-at-practitioner-research-conference.aspxResearchConferences