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Boddicker helps veterans through new Troops To Teachers office
Friday, November 9, 2018
A new Troops to Teacher chapter recently opened in the UI College of Education’s Iowa Supports Education and Resources for Veterans and Enlisted (I-SERVE) Office, helping interested veterans explore a career in the field of teaching.
In the News: Cedar Rapids Washington's Valerie Nyberg is Assistant Secondary Principal of the Year
Monday, November 5, 2018
College of Education alumna Valerie Nyberg was named Assistant Secondary Principal of the Year by the School Administrators of Iowa.
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Jemimah Young focuses her research on academic achievement of black women and girls
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Jemimah Young, an assistant professor of Social Studies Education with a specialization in Multicultural & Urban Education, wants to transform understandings regarding achievement and educational outcomes for marginalized and minorized populations, with a specific focus on black women and girls.
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Lira designs innovative learning environments for students
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Matthew Lira, new clinical assistant professor in Educational Psychology and Learning Sciences, wants to design innovative learning environments for students.
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Where Do You Work? Wednesday: Matt Nerem
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Guess what day it is…? “Where Do You Work?” Wednesday! This week meet alumnus Matt Nerem (Bachelor of Science 95’ Physical Education). Nerem has worked for Tipton Community Schools in Tipton, Iowa, for the past 23 years teaching kindergarten through 8thgrade physical education. He also coaches high school wrestling and 7thgrade boys track. During his time at Iowa, Nerem was an All-American...
Counselor's Corner: preparing students for a fast-changing world
Friday, October 26, 2018
Susannah Wood, an associate professor in the University of Iowa College of Education and the former program coordinator for the master's program in school counseling, suggests leaning on the "Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success" outlined by the American School Counselors Association (ASCA) as the foundation for plans to assist students as they prepare for a career in today's fast-evolving, digitally-driven, and globally connected workplace.
The Counselor's Corner: addressing mental health needs
Friday, October 26, 2018
Gerta Bardhoshi, an assistant professor in the University of Iowa College of Education, says school counselors are being presented a professional opportunity as the national discussion turns to addressing the mental health needs of students.
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Where Do You Work Wednesday: Codi Sammons
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
It’s time for another “Where Do You Work?” Wednesday! This week meet alumna Codi Sammons (BA ’14 Elementary Education). Sammons teaches second grade at Roundy Elementary in Columbus Junction, Iowa. This is her fifth year working in the Columbus Community School District. Sammons says she loved everything about teaching in college, but getting to teach in Columbus Junction has made her even more...
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Erin Barnes prepares students for outside world
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Erin Barnes, new clinical assistant professor in Rehabilitation and Counselor Education wants to prepare her students for their future careers. Barnes received her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication, a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, and her doctorate in Rehabilitation and Counselor Education all from the University of Iowa. Barnes aims to include...
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“Where Do You Work?” Wednesday: Sherry Carlson
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
It’s time for another “Where Do You Work?” Wednesday! This week meet alumna Sherry Carlson (BA ’83 Elementary Education and Special Education). In 1987, Sherry Carlson earned her Master’s in Education. She taught in Iowa City for a number of years, and then moved back to her hometown of Humboldt, Iowa. She mostly stayed home with her children, but worked part-time subbing and as a student teacher...
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