/education/blog/Recent posts from Blogen-usMon, 16 Sep 2024 16:24:02 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/education/blog/2023/student-experience-port-tampa-bay.aspxMath and science are hard at work at Port Tampa Bay and USF College of Education students had a great view of all the action.Kathleen RogersThu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Student Experience: Port Tampa BayMath and science are hard at work at Port Tampa Bay and USF College of Education students had a great view of all the action.USF College of Education students touring Port Tampa Bay./education/blog/2023/student-experience-port-tampa-bay.aspxStudent LifeSTEM Education/education/blog/2022/benefits-of-living-in-usf-education-living-learning-community.aspxIf you’re looking to join a community that helps you learn alongside other students who share your passion for the education profession, joining USF's Education Living Learning Community might be the perfect opportunity for you.Fri, 03 Jun 2022 00:00:00 The Benefits to Living in USF’s Education Living Learning CommunityIf you’re looking to join a community that helps you learn alongside other students who share your passion for the education profession, joining USF's Education Living Learning Community might be the perfect opportunity for you.Students in USF's Education Living Learning Community/education/blog/2022/benefits-of-living-in-usf-education-living-learning-community.aspxStudent LifeLiving Learning Community,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2022/photo-gallery-spring-2022-graduation-caps.aspxCheck out some of the graduation cap designs created by College of Education graduates that caught our eye during USF’s spring commencement ceremonies.Wed, 11 May 2022 00:00:00 Photo Gallery: Spring Class of 2022 Graduation CapsCheck out some of the graduation cap designs created by College of Education graduates that caught our eye during USF’s spring commencement ceremonies.USF graduate standing outside the College of Education building with decorated graduation cap/education/blog/2022/photo-gallery-spring-2022-graduation-caps.aspxStudent LifeCommencement/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-usf-golden-bull-award.aspxMichelle Angelo-Rocha, a graduate student in the College of Education, was awarded the USF Golden Bull Award, one of the highest honors presented to deserving undergraduate and graduate students at the university.Mon, 25 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Doctoral student receives USF Golden Bull AwardMichelle Angelo-Rocha, a graduate student in the College of Education, was awarded the USF Golden Bull Award, one of the highest honors presented to deserving undergraduate and graduate students at the university.Michelle Angelo-Rocha headshot/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-usf-golden-bull-award.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Honors and Awards/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-receives-peoples-choice-award-usf-graduate-research-symposium.aspxMohammed Alqahtani, a graduate student in the USF College of Education, received a People’s Choice Award for his research project presented at the university’s Graduate Student Research Symposium.Thu, 07 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Doctoral student receives ‘People’s Choice’ award at USF Graduate Research SymposiumMohammed Alqahtani, a graduate student in the USF College of Education, received a People’s Choice Award for his research project presented at the university’s Graduate Student Research Symposium.USF graduate student Mohammed Alqahtani with major professor Ann Cranston-Gingras/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-receives-peoples-choice-award-usf-graduate-research-symposium.aspxAcademics,Student LifeGraduate Studies,Special Education/education/blog/2022/student-spotlight-alicia-miller.aspxFrom the time she began her studies at USF, Mathematics Education major Alicia Miller has taken on opportunities such as working as a resident assistant for the Education Living Learning Community and becoming a part-time tutor through USF’s Tutor-A-Bull program. Now, with graduation just around the corner, she reflects on her teacher preparation program and the experiences that have led her to where she is today.Jessenia RiveraThu, 03 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Alicia MillerFrom the time she began her studies at USF, Mathematics Education major Alicia Miller has taken on opportunities such as working as a resident assistant for the Education Living Learning Community and becoming a part-time tutor through USF’s Tutor-A-Bull program. Now, with graduation just around the corner, she reflects on her teacher preparation program and the experiences that have led her to where she is today.Alicia Miller headshot/education/blog/2022/student-spotlight-alicia-miller.aspxStudent LifeLiving Learning Community,Mathematics Education,Student Spotlight,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-receives-national-scholarship-shape-america.aspxCraig Nieman, a doctoral student in the USF College of Education, was selected as a recipient of the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, a national award presented by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.Rocky D. BullTue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 USF doctoral student awarded national scholarship from Society of Health and Physical EducatorsCraig Nieman, a doctoral student in the USF College of Education, was selected as a recipient of the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, a national award presented by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.Craig Nieman headshot/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-receives-national-scholarship-shape-america.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Physical Education,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-nicole-pacateque.aspxNicole Pacateque’s love for children and her desire to support their mental health led her to apply to USF’s School Psychology program.Jessenia RiveraThu, 16 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Nicole PacatequeNicole Pacateque’s love for children and her desire to support their mental health led her to apply to USF’s School Psychology program.Nicole Pacateque headshot/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-nicole-pacateque.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-bonnie-skye.aspxAfter overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a student in USF's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.Elizabeth EngasserFri, 10 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Bonnie SkyeAfter overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a student in USF's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.Bonnie Skye at USF Tampa/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-bonnie-skye.aspxStudent LifeCommencement,English Education,Field and Clinical Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/kyle-schmidt-graduation-with-distinction-award-fall-2021.aspxKyle Schmidt, a social science education major in USF’s College of Education, was selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award for the Fall 2021 semester.Elizabeth EngasserThu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Social Science Education major Kyle Schmidt selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardKyle Schmidt, a social science education major in USF’s College of Education, was selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award for the Fall 2021 semester.Kyle Schmidt headshot/education/blog/2021/kyle-schmidt-graduation-with-distinction-award-fall-2021.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeCommencement,Graduation with Distinction,Social Science Education,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/teaching-abroad-peace-corps.aspxIf you’re an education major at USF who’s passionate about creating change at a grassroots level, joining the Peace Corps can be a gratifying opportunity to give back and use the talents and skills developed while studying education at USF.Jessenia RiveraFri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Thinking about teaching abroad? Why serving in the Peace Corps can be a great fit for education majorsIf you’re an education major at USF who’s passionate about creating change at a grassroots level, joining the Peace Corps can be a gratifying opportunity to give back and use the talents and skills developed while studying education at USF.Peace Corps Recruiter Kristen Vogel with students in Ghana./education/blog/2021/teaching-abroad-peace-corps.aspxAdmissions,Student LifeInternational,Study Abroad/education/blog/2021/nancy-carr.aspxNancy Carr is a doctoral candidate in USF’s PhD in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Adult Education. Her dissertation research focuses on exploring the challenges faced by like-minded peers—first-generation, female doctoral students who are navigating the complex world of academia.Elizabeth EngasserFri, 12 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Nancy CarrNancy Carr is a doctoral candidate in USF’s PhD in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Adult Education. Her dissertation research focuses on exploring the challenges faced by like-minded peers—first-generation, female doctoral students who are navigating the complex world of academia.Nancy Carr headshot/education/blog/2021/nancy-carr.aspxStudent LifeAdult Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight/education/blog/2021/why-becoming-an-educator-great-career-path-student-veterans.aspxFeeling the call to serve at an early age, Ashley Duckett and Luissette Lopez began their military journeys with a desire to do something bigger than themselves. Later in life, they both found themselves called to serve in the teaching profession and enrolled at USF to earn their education degrees.Jessenia RiveraThu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Why becoming an educator is a great career path for student veteransFeeling the call to serve at an early age, Ashley Duckett and Luissette Lopez began their military journeys with a desire to do something bigger than themselves. Later in life, they both found themselves called to serve in the teaching profession and enrolled at USF to earn their education degrees.Hand holding a U.S. flag/education/blog/2021/why-becoming-an-educator-great-career-path-student-veterans.aspxAdmissions,Student LifeElementary Education,Teacher Preparation/education/blog/2021/devohn-roman.aspxShortly after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of North 91����, De’Vohn Roman began an internship experience that shifted his career goals. His motivation to work with children in a school setting led him to apply to USF’s School Psychology Program, and his studies at the university have enabled him to take on meaningful opportunities within the profession.Jessenia RiveraTue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: De’Vohn RomanShortly after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of North 91����, De’Vohn Roman began an internship experience that shifted his career goals. His motivation to work with children in a school setting led him to apply to USF’s School Psychology Program, and his studies at the university have enabled him to take on meaningful opportunities within the profession.De’Vohn Roman headshot/education/blog/2021/devohn-roman.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight/education/blog/2021/why-student-tutoring-great-opportunity-education-majors.aspxWhat are the benefits to becoming a student tutor while studying education at USF? Learn more from the Tutor-a-Bull Program Coordinator and a tutor working in the program.Jessenia RiveraThu, 16 Sep 2021 17:00:00 Why student tutoring is a great opportunity for education majorsWhat are the benefits to becoming a student tutor while studying education at USF? Learn more from the Tutor-a-Bull Program Coordinator and a tutor working in the program.USF student tutors students in reading/education/blog/2021/why-student-tutoring-great-opportunity-education-majors.aspxCommunity Engagement,Student LifeField and Clinical Education,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/alumni-spotlight-suzette-kelly.aspxEver since she began teaching Sunday school students, USF Alumna Suzette Kelly, PhD, knew she would eventually pursue a career in education. While an administrator at a preschool in Jamaica, Dr. Kelly learned about USF’s master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and quickly enrolled.Jessenia RiveraWed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 Alumni Spotlight: Suzette KellyEver since she began teaching Sunday school students, USF Alumna Suzette Kelly, PhD, knew she would eventually pursue a career in education. While an administrator at a preschool in Jamaica, Dr. Kelly learned about USF’s master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and quickly enrolled.Suzette Kelly/education/blog/2021/alumni-spotlight-suzette-kelly.aspxAlumni and Friends,Student LifeAlumni Spotlight,Early Childhood Education,Graduate Studies,International/education/blog/2021/graduation-with-distinction-award-2021.aspxThe Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate students in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service or research and scholarship while a student at USF.Rocky D. BullFri, 07 May 2021 00:00:00 Three students selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardThe Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate students in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service or research and scholarship while a student at USF.Graduation with Distinction Award Recipients/education/blog/2021/graduation-with-distinction-award-2021.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeGraduation with Distinction,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-maude-graham.aspxWhen she was 9-years-old, Maude Graham dreamed of replacing the lined-up teddy bears in her bedroom with her own classroom of students. Today, she’s an experienced third-grade reading teacher at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy and was honored as the 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year—a recognition that’s reserved for only one out of 6,800 educators in the county’s school district.Jessenia RiveraWed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Maude GrahamWhen she was 9-years-old, Maude Graham dreamed of replacing the lined-up teddy bears in her bedroom with her own classroom of students. Today, she’s an experienced third-grade reading teacher at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy and was honored as the 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year—a recognition that’s reserved for only one out of 6,800 educators in the county’s school district.Maude Graham/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-maude-graham.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Polk County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/doctoral-student-fellowship-to-create-inclusive-private-school.aspxUSF doctoral student Gretchen L. Stewart was awarded a fellowship by The Drexel Fund to help launch a new private school in the Tampa Bay area.Rocky D. BullTue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Doctoral student receives national fellowship from Drexel Fund to launch inclusive private schoolUSF doctoral student Gretchen L. Stewart was awarded a fellowship by The Drexel Fund to help launch a new private school in the Tampa Bay area.Gretchen Stewart headshot/education/blog/2021/doctoral-student-fellowship-to-create-inclusive-private-school.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeAwards and Honors,Graduate Studies,Special Education/education/blog/2021/alumni-spotlight-mellissa-alonso-teston.aspxSince graduating, USF alumna Mellissa Alonso-Teston began teaching and advanced into a district position in 1996 that enabled her to author and lead Hillsborough County Public Schools' Reading Coach Project. In 2017, Alonso-Teston’s desire to become an education researcher motivated her to pursue a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Literacy Studies at USF.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Alumni Spotlight: Mellissa Alonso-TestonSince graduating, USF alumna Mellissa Alonso-Teston began teaching and advanced into a district position in 1996 that enabled her to author and lead Hillsborough County Public Schools' Reading Coach Project. In 2017, Alonso-Teston’s desire to become an education researcher motivated her to pursue a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Literacy Studies at USF.Mellissa Alonso-Teston/education/blog/2021/alumni-spotlight-mellissa-alonso-teston.aspxAlumni and Friends,Student LifeAlumni Spotlight,Elementary Education,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Literacy Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-kianna-pintado.aspxHaving witnessed the impact education had at home, Kianna Pintado began her academic journey years later as an elementary education major at the 91����.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Kianna PintadoHaving witnessed the impact education had at home, Kianna Pintado began her academic journey years later as an elementary education major at the 91����.Kianna Pintado/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-kianna-pintado.aspxCommunity Engagement,Student LifeElementary Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-laura-meehan.aspxLaura Meehan knew her passion for music and students with disabilities would guide her to make a meaningful difference. Driven to learn more about policy, Meehan took on leadership roles within her school and began working toward a PhD in Educational Leadership in USF's College of Education.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Laura MeehanLaura Meehan knew her passion for music and students with disabilities would guide her to make a meaningful difference. Driven to learn more about policy, Meehan took on leadership roles within her school and began working toward a PhD in Educational Leadership in USF's College of Education.Laura Meehan/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-laura-meehan.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-donna-knudsen.aspxA self-proclaimed "later-in-life" graduate student, Donna Knudsen didn’t think she could take her academic journey any further—until she discovered USF’s Ed.D. in Educational Program Development.Jessenia RiveraFri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Donna Knudsen, Ed.D.A self-proclaimed "later-in-life" graduate student, Donna Knudsen didn’t think she could take her academic journey any further—until she discovered USF’s Ed.D. in Educational Program Development.Donna Knudsen/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-donna-knudsen.aspxAcademics,Student LifeEducational Program Development,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-julia-genkinger.aspxJulia Genkinger always knew she wanted to become a teacher. The USF graduate, who earned her bachelor’s degree in English Education, says she was eager to take on every opportunity she could while a university student.Elizabeth EngasserTue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Julia GenkingerJulia Genkinger always knew she wanted to become a teacher. The USF graduate, who earned her bachelor’s degree in English Education, says she was eager to take on every opportunity she could while a university student.Julia Genkinger/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-julia-genkinger.aspxAlumni and Friends,Student LifeCommencement,English Education,Graduation with Distinction,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-sara-leikin.aspxDedicated to her role as director of a STEM schools project in Cairo, Egypt, USF graduate student Sara Leikin had no intention of pursuing a doctoral degree. When she learned about USF’s Doctor of Education in Educational Program Development, she felt confident in her ability to continue her studies from a distance.Jessenia RiveraThu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Sara LeikinDedicated to her role as director of a STEM schools project in Cairo, Egypt, USF graduate student Sara Leikin had no intention of pursuing a doctoral degree. When she learned about USF’s Doctor of Education in Educational Program Development, she felt confident in her ability to continue her studies from a distance.Sara Leikin/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-sara-leikin.aspxStudent LifeEducational Program Development,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-wilfredo-pena.aspxBecoming a school counselor wasn’t something Wilfredo Pena originally set out to do. After earning his bachelor’s degree in special education from St. Petersburg College, Pena’s plan to continue his studies and work as a school administrator shifted when one of his mentors encouraged him to consider a career in counselor education.Jessenia RiveraTue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Wilfredo PenaBecoming a school counselor wasn’t something Wilfredo Pena originally set out to do. After earning his bachelor’s degree in special education from St. Petersburg College, Pena’s plan to continue his studies and work as a school administrator shifted when one of his mentors encouraged him to consider a career in counselor education.Wilfredo Pena/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-wilfredo-pena.aspxAcademics,Student LifeCounselor Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-hillary-van-dyke.aspxDuring her master's program at USF, Hillary Van Dyke's fascination with studying equity in schools grew and inspired her to pursue an unanticipated career direction—academic research and the creation of a not-for-profit organization that supports Black-owned businesses in the Tampa Bay community.Jessenia RiveraThu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Hillary Van DykeDuring her master's program at USF, Hillary Van Dyke's fascination with studying equity in schools grew and inspired her to pursue an unanticipated career direction—academic research and the creation of a not-for-profit organization that supports Black-owned businesses in the Tampa Bay community.Hillary Van Dyke headshot/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-hillary-van-dyke.aspxCommunity Engagement,Student LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-deeksha-aradhya.aspxAfter earning two degrees and pursuing a career in early childhood education within her home country of India, Deeksha Aradhya wanted to continue her studies to view the field through a research lens.Jessenia RiveraThu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Deeksha AradhyaAfter earning two degrees and pursuing a career in early childhood education within her home country of India, Deeksha Aradhya wanted to continue her studies to view the field through a research lens.Deeksha Aradhya photo/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-deeksha-aradhya.aspxStudent LifeEarly Childhood Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-cristina-viera.aspxEstablishing a career centered on history was what Cristina Viera aimed for when she started her college journey. After commencing a career in education, she transitioned to a civilian position with the Department of Defense (DoD). During her 12 years with the DoD, Viera realized teaching was her true calling.Jessenia RiveraWed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Cristina VieraEstablishing a career centered on history was what Cristina Viera aimed for when she started her college journey. After commencing a career in education, she transitioned to a civilian position with the Department of Defense (DoD). During her 12 years with the DoD, Viera realized teaching was her true calling.Cristina Viera/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-cristina-viera.aspxAcademics,Student LifeGraduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-merritt-smith.aspxAt the start of her studies at USF, Merritt Smith overcame obstacles in earning her state of 91���� teaching certification. Today, she is a soon-to-be graduate of USF’s Physical Education program who stands out amongst her peers by being recognized as the university’s 2019-20 Outstanding Intern of the Year.Jessenia RiveraThu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Merritt SmithAt the start of her studies at USF, Merritt Smith overcame obstacles in earning her state of 91���� teaching certification. Today, she is a soon-to-be graduate of USF’s Physical Education program who stands out amongst her peers by being recognized as the university’s 2019-20 Outstanding Intern of the Year.Merritt Smith/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-merritt-smith.aspxAcademics,Student LifePhysical Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-linda-morales.aspxAs a parent of three and a former stay-at-home mom, Linda Morales was no stranger to the term “parent involvement.”Jessenia RiveraTue, 19 May 2020 00:00:00 Alumni Spotlight: Linda MoralesAs a parent of three and a former stay-at-home mom, Linda Morales was no stranger to the term “parent involvement.”Linda Morales/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-linda-morales.aspxAlumni and Friends,Student LifeAlumni Spotlight,Graduate Studies,Master of Arts in Teaching,Special Education,Student Spotlight/education/about-us/news/2020/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2020.aspxThe Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate students in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service or research and scholarship while a student at USF.External ArticleThu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 Elementary Education major Ryan Blew selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardThe Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate students in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service or research and scholarship while a student at USF.Ryan Blew/education/about-us/news/2020/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2020.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeAwards and Honors,Commencement,Elementary Education,Graduation with Distinction/education/about-us/news/2020/final-interns-adapt-to-schooling-changes-coronavirus.aspxThough teaching their students face-to-face in a classroom is no longer an option, seniors completing their final internship in one of the College of Education’s teacher preparation programs are adapting to a “new normal” by virtually teaching and connecting with their students in creative ways.External ArticleThu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 College of Education teacher candidates adapt to changes in schooling amid COVID-19 pandemicThough teaching their students face-to-face in a classroom is no longer an option, seniors completing their final internship in one of the College of Education’s teacher preparation programs are adapting to a “new normal” by virtually teaching and connecting with their students in creative ways.91����: A Preeminent Research University/education/about-us/news/2020/final-interns-adapt-to-schooling-changes-coronavirus.aspxAcademics,Student LifeCOVID-19,Field and Clinical Education,Teacher Preparation/education/about-us/news/2020/ashley-white-teaching-position.aspxCollege of Education doctoral student Ashley L. White has accepted a position as assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the Department of Rehabilitation Psychology & Special Education.External ArticleTue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Doctoral student accepts faculty position at University of Wisconsin-MadisonCollege of Education doctoral student Ashley L. White has accepted a position as assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the Department of Rehabilitation Psychology & Special Education.Ashley White/education/about-us/news/2020/ashley-white-teaching-position.aspxStudent LifeExceptional Student Education,Graduate Studies/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-robert-bhoolai.aspxFollowing a career change to teaching, Robert Bhoolai enrolled in USF's Educational Leadership master's program to learn how to better drive student learning and achievement.Jessenia RiveraThu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Robert BhoolaiFollowing a career change to teaching, Robert Bhoolai enrolled in USF's Educational Leadership master's program to learn how to better drive student learning and achievement.Robert Bhoolai standing outside his school/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-robert-bhoolai.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/about-us/news/2020/napds-presentations-awards-2020.aspxFaculty members and students from the College of Education shared their research and innovations at the National Association for Professional Development Schools’ National Conference.External ArticleFri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 College of Education students and faculty present research, win awards at NAPDS National ConferenceFaculty members and students from the College of Education shared their research and innovations at the National Association for Professional Development Schools’ National Conference.Students and faculty at the NAPDS conference/education/about-us/news/2020/napds-presentations-awards-2020.aspxAcademics,Research,Student LifeConferences,Early Childhood Education,Elementary Education/education/about-us/news/2020/ese-majors-service-learning-projects.aspxAs part of a practicum course in the Exceptional Student Education undergraduate program, students completed service-learning projects in partner schools to ease into the school environment before completing more in-depth clinical experiences.External ArticleFri, 03 Jan 2020 00:00:00 ESE majors use service-learning projects to gain experience in local schoolsAs part of a practicum course in the Exceptional Student Education undergraduate program, students completed service-learning projects in partner schools to ease into the school environment before completing more in-depth clinical experiences.USF ESE major with students at local elementary school/education/about-us/news/2020/ese-majors-service-learning-projects.aspxAcademics,Student LifeExceptional Student Education,Field and Clinical Education/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-fall-2019.aspxCollege of Education student Cassidy Michonski was selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award for the Fall 2019 semester.External ArticleThu, 12 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Social Science Education major Cassidy Michonski selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardCollege of Education student Cassidy Michonski was selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award for the Fall 2019 semester.Cassidy Michonski/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-fall-2019.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeGraduation with Distinction,Social Science Education/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-samantha-gregg.aspxBefore attending USF, Samantha Gregg had already envisioned a future as an educator. After spending fours years majoring in Elementary Education and living on campus in the Education Living Learning Community, she is ready to graduate this spring with confidence in the skills she’s obtained.Jessenia RiveraWed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Samantha GreggBefore attending USF, Samantha Gregg had already envisioned a future as an educator. After spending fours years majoring in Elementary Education and living on campus in the Education Living Learning Community, she is ready to graduate this spring with confidence in the skills she’s obtained.Samantha Gregg/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-samantha-gregg.aspxStudent LifeElementary Education,Living Learning Community,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ora-tanner.aspxAfter seeing firsthand the difference technology has made in improving learning outcomes for her middle school students, USF graduate student Ora D. Tanner decided to go back to school to learn how to change the trajectory of future curriculum.Jessenia RiveraWed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ora D. TannerAfter seeing firsthand the difference technology has made in improving learning outcomes for her middle school students, USF graduate student Ora D. Tanner decided to go back to school to learn how to change the trajectory of future curriculum.Ora D. Tanner headshot/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ora-tanner.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Instructional Technology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-joseph-latimer.aspxAs the son of a teacher and a principal, Joseph Latimer felt confident in his path to becoming an educator. However, after learning about school psychology, Latimer knew he wanted to positively impact students both inside and outside the four walls of the classroom.Rocky D. BullWed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Joseph LatimerAs the son of a teacher and a principal, Joseph Latimer felt confident in his path to becoming an educator. However, after learning about school psychology, Latimer knew he wanted to positively impact students both inside and outside the four walls of the classroom.Joseph Latimer/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-joseph-latimer.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-andres-rodriguez.aspxAndres Rodriguez's time at USF gave him experience training professional athletes. Now, as a recent graduate of the College of Education's Exercise Science program, he aspires to bring his knowledge of health and fitness into his community.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Andres RodriguezAndres Rodriguez's time at USF gave him experience training professional athletes. Now, as a recent graduate of the College of Education's Exercise Science program, he aspires to bring his knowledge of health and fitness into his community.Andres Rodriguez at the USF Marshall Student Center/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-andres-rodriguez.aspxStudent LifeExercise Science,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/about-us/news/2019/costa-rica-education-abroad-2019.aspxFor two weeks, 11 USF College of Education students became global educators as they stepped into K-12 classrooms in Costa Rica as part of a USF Education Abroad program that focuses on teaching and studying in the country.External ArticleWed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 College of Education students develop into culturally responsive teachers in Study Abroad trip to Costa RicaFor two weeks, 11 USF College of Education students became global educators as they stepped into K-12 classrooms in Costa Rica as part of a USF Education Abroad program that focuses on teaching and studying in the country.USF students on a beach in Costa Rica with "USF" written in the sand below them. /education/about-us/news/2019/costa-rica-education-abroad-2019.aspxAcademics,Student LifeInternational,Study Abroad/education/about-us/news/2019/doctoral-student-fellowship-asu.aspxTara Nkrumah, a doctoral student in the College of Education’s Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program, accepted a post-doctoral fellowship at the Center for Gender Equity in Science and Technology at Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz.External ArticleThu, 16 May 2019 00:00:00 Doctoral student selected for post-doctoral fellowship at Arizona State UniversityTara Nkrumah, a doctoral student in the College of Education’s Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program, accepted a post-doctoral fellowship at the Center for Gender Equity in Science and Technology at Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz.Tara Nkrumah/education/about-us/news/2019/doctoral-student-fellowship-asu.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2019.aspxThree students were selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award during the Spring 2019 semester.External ArticleFri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 Three students selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardThree students were selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award during the Spring 2019 semester.Spring 2019 College of Education Graduation with Distinction Award Recipients/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2019.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeGraduation with Distinction,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-bretton-varga.aspxDoctoral student Bretton Varga was nationally recognized for using digitally interactive technology to introduce historic LBGTQ+ concepts into social studies curriculum.Chelsea GrosbeckWed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Bretton VargaDoctoral student Bretton Varga was nationally recognized for using digitally interactive technology to introduce historic LBGTQ+ concepts into social studies curriculum.Bretton Varga headshot/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-bretton-varga.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ashley-white.aspxFrom campus to country, USF College of Education doctoral candidate Ashley White is using her time at USF to help reform special education policy and make a lasting impact on the field.Chelsea GrosbeckFri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ashley WhiteFrom campus to country, USF College of Education doctoral candidate Ashley White is using her time at USF to help reform special education policy and make a lasting impact on the field.Ashley White/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ashley-white.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Special Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-ryan-blew.aspxRyan Blew has known what he wanted to be when he grew up since the third grade. The USF junior says the feeling has stuck with him into the present day. He was inspired by his third-grade teacher, silver-medalist Olympic swimmer Kristy Kowal, but she didn’t inspire him to become an Olympian.Abby RinaldiTue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ryan BlewRyan Blew has known what he wanted to be when he grew up since the third grade. The USF junior says the feeling has stuck with him into the present day. He was inspired by his third-grade teacher, silver-medalist Olympic swimmer Kristy Kowal, but she didn’t inspire him to become an Olympian.Ryan Blew headshot/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-ryan-blew.aspxStudent LifeElementary Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-gary-yu-hin-lam.aspxAs a doctoral student in the College of Education’s School Psychology Program, Gary Yu Hin Lam took his passion for working with individuals with autism and applied it to a career path that will help him changes the lives of many students.Rocky D. BullMon, 13 Aug 2018 15:00:00 Student Spotlight: Gary Yu Hin LamAs a doctoral student in the College of Education’s School Psychology Program, Gary Yu Hin Lam took his passion for working with individuals with autism and applied it to a career path that will help him changes the lives of many students.Gary Yu Hin Lam with Dwayne Smith/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-gary-yu-hin-lam.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/about-us/news/2018/gsc-panel-2018.aspxUSF faculty, post-doctoral fellows and current students share what they wish they knew when they began their academic careers and dissertation research.External ArticleMon, 07 May 2018 00:00:00 What it Takes to DissertateUSF faculty, post-doctoral fellows and current students share what they wish they knew when they began their academic careers and dissertation research.What it Takes to Dissertate event panelists/education/about-us/news/2018/gsc-panel-2018.aspxAcademics,Student LifeGraduate Studies