College of Education alumna Valerie Nyberg was named Assistant Secondary Principal of the Year by the School Administrators of Iowa.

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. 

Matthew Lira, new clinical assistant professor in Educational Psychology and Learning Sciences, wants to design innovative learning environments for students.

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

Amanda Mollet joined the University of Iowa College of Education this fall as a Visiting Professor in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Mollet earned her doctorate from the UI Department of Educational Policy and Leadership Studies in the Higher Education and Student Affairs Program. Her research centers on traditionally and historically minoritized college students by examining questions of...

Jamaal Young, new associate professor in mathematics education, wants to prepare students for changing classrooms. Young earned his Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering and his Master of Arts and doctorate from Texas A&M University in curriculum and instruction. “I’m looking forward to taking my research to the next level. I’m excited to tap into the university’s resources and contribute...

Anne Estapa, new assistant professor in mathematics education, works to create opportunities and experiences to prepare and keep teachers in the classroom. Estapa comes to the UI College of Education from Iowa State University, where she earned an Early Achievement in Outreach Award as an assistant professor. Prior to that, Estapa received her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Master of...

Read Susan Assouline's thoughts on philanthropy.

Justin Le, a student in the UI College of Education Teacher Education Program, is developing his leadership skills both in his classes and through his role as president of the University of Iowa Vietnamese Student Association. 

Kerri Donovan, a secondary education Teacher Education student from Naperville, Illinois, shares her first-person insights about the profound impact that working with students in the UI REACH Program is having on her as an educator.

Loyd joins UI REACH as new director

Jon Goodwin joined the University of Iowa College of Education this fall as a Visiting Assistant Professor in Counseling Psychology and School Psychology. Jon Goodman earned his doctorate in School Psychology from the University of Iowa and returned to complete a postdoctoral fellowship on-campus at the Belin-Blank Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development. His research interests focus on...

Guess what day it is…? “Where Do You Work?” Wednesday! This week meet alumna Debbie Tofte (BA ’95, Elementary Education). Tofte has lived in Oregon since 1998 and has been teaching for 23 years. She is currently in her seventh year of teaching humanities, language arts and social studies at Chehalem Valley Middle School in Newberg, Oregon. Tofte says she is happy to be teaching at the middle...

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