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NEA 'Big Read' grant brings graphic storytelling to life
Thanks to a recent "Big Read" grant award, Melisa "Misha" Cahnmann-Taylor will launch a series of readings, lectures and events focused on the works of famed American cartoonist Roz Chast.
Three kinesiology students receive NATA Research and Education Foundation scholarships
Three students in the College’s department of kinesiology were awarded scholarships by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Research and Education Foundation to support their educational endeavors.
Exercise is key to strength and function in older women
According to a new research study by associate dean and professor Ellen Evans, higher protein diets prove less important for weight loss and maintaining physical function in older women.
Alumna selected by U.S. Department of State to complete specialist project in Iraq
Kathleen McGovern, an alumna of the College’s department of language and literacy education, was selected by the U.S. Department of State for a six-week English Language Specialist project.
Doctoral student selected to serve on National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education task force
Marques Dexter, a fifth-year doctoral student in the department of kinesiology, has been invited to serve as a student representative on NADOHE’s Creating a Framework for Advancing Anti-Racism Strategy on Campus task force.
Higgins named College of Education's associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion
Marian Higgins, clinical assistant professor in the department of counseling and human development services, will continue to create equitable workspaces by transforming policies and practices to ensure inclusivity and equity.
Three assistant professors receive Provost's Affordable Courses grant
Three assistant professors in the Mary Frances Early College of Education received the Provost’s Affordable Courses grant to financially support students’ educational resources.
Making student teaching work during a pandemic
Taiesha Smith, director of the College's Office of Experiential Learning, created a system that helped make sense of giant logistics puzzle.
Assistant professor, doctoral students selected as NARST Basu Fellows
Assistant professor Xiaoming Zhai and science education doctoral students Jose Manual Pavez, Harleen Singh and Acya Fackler will use the fellowship to improve the experiences of students and teachers.
Professor's work touches classrooms across country
Logan Fiorella, an assistant professor in the department of educational psychology, focuses on the science of learning to support quality instruction.