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UI REACH admission letter video goes viral
Monday, January 30, 2017
This article in The Des Moines Register gives some context surrounding the viral video of a young man named Carter learning he's been admitted into the University of Iowa REACH program at the College of Education.
Iowa Student Loan Funds Scholarships for UI REACH Students
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Iowa students seeking to meet career and college aspirations through the University of Iowa's REACH (Realizing Educational and Career Hopes) program will receive the support they need thanks to a contribution from Iowa Student Loan.
The University of Iowa Partners with HigherEducation.com to Launch New Online Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
HigherEducation.com is proud to announce that it is partnering with the University of Iowa to offer a new online Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) that is available for enrollment now.
Schmidt, Thein discuss aim of Strong Girls Read Strong Books
Monday, January 23, 2017
Strong Girls Read Strong Books, a weekly after-school program, is using books to talk with girls at local elementary schools about how to be strong.
New Iowa Reading Research Center program to address need-based literacy challenges
Thursday, January 19, 2017
A new Iowa Reading Research Center initiative will provide expert training in literacy instruction, need-based improvement planning, and continuous support to four local education agencies in order to bring improved literacy outcomes for students facing multiple challenges.
Assouline discusses need for rural educational opportunities
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Susan Assouline, director of the Belin-Blank Center at the University of Iowa College of Education, provides several insights on the need for rural educational opportunities in this column.
Online MA in Educational Leadership ranks 16th nationally by US News & World Report
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
The Master of Arts in Educational Leadership Program at the University of Iowa College of Education has been ranked number 16 by U.S. News & World Report in the 2017 Best Online Graduate Education Programs category, up from number 17 in 2016.
Watt discusses inclusion on NASPA Leadership Podcast
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Professor Sherry Watt appears on the NASPA Leadership Podcast hosted by NASPA Student Leadership Programs. Watt provides insights on the alignment of leadership with inclusion, working through defenses during discussions about sensitive issues, and other topics. Listen to the full podcast here.
Cardenas helps students find math in music
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Henry Cardenas, an M.C. Ginsberg Artist in Residence, hopes to pursue a career in elementary education.
Cohen reflects on Oakdale Prison Community Choir season
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
Mary Cohen, associate professor in music education, reflects on the most recent season of the Oakdale Prison Community Choir in this column appearing in the Press-Citizen.