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UI REACH resident assistant passionate about her work
Thursday, February 23, 2017
The Daily Iowan
In this Daily Iowan story, resident assistant Taralynn Young talks about her passion for working alongside University of Iowa College of Education REACH students in their daily lives on campus. Read the full article in The Daily Iowan.

UI College of Education students named Obermann Graduate Fellows
Monday, February 20, 2017
DaVida Anderson, a graduate student in higher education and student affairs, and Dellyssa Edinboro, a graduate student in educational policy and leadership, have been named 2017 Obermann Graduate Fellows.

Baker Digital Teacher Project promotes tech-savvy teachers
Friday, February 17, 2017
As technology’s role in the classroom continues to evolve, the Linda R. Baker Teacher Leader Center encourages pre-service teachers to move ahead of the curve by requiring professional development focused on using technology in a K-12 classroom in a purposeful way. This spring, thanks to the generosity of alumnus Linda R. Baker, approximately 100 newly-admitted Teacher Education Program students...

Mourning the loss of Al Jarreau
Monday, February 13, 2017
Celebrated jazz vocalist and UI College of Education graduate, Al Jarreau, died Feb. 12.
Three alumni elected to Iowa School Counselor Association board
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Three of our alumni have proven to be leaders in their field and were recently elected to the Iowa School Counselor Association board.

UI REACH director, students tout transformative program
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
In this story by KWWL, UI REACH Program Director Pam Ries and students currently enrolled in the program talk about the life-changing experiences and opportunities it offers.

ACT scholar thrives in supportive research environment
Monday, February 6, 2017
DaVida Anderson, of York, Pennsylvania, is working toward a Ph.D. in Higher Education and Student Affairs at the University of Iowa College of Education. From the first day she set foot on campus, Anderson knew that UI was the best choice for her as an education researcher. In 2015, Anderson became part of the ACT Scholar Program, which means her research is supported through scholarship funding...

More than 6K alumni and friends gave $55 million to support the UI College of Education
Monday, February 6, 2017
University of Iowa Foundation
The University of Iowa and the University of Iowa Foundation have announced the successful conclusion of For Iowa. Forever More: The Campaign for the University of Iowa.
Family happy to see son join UI REACH
Friday, February 3, 2017
In this story by KWWL, a young man named Carter and his mother discuss what they believe it means for him to be admitted into the University of Iowa REACH program at the College of Education.

Viral video, UI REACH opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities highlighted
Thursday, February 2, 2017
KCRG-TV9
A 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 is highlighted in this story by KCRG-TV9.
Ph.D. alum presents impactful lecture at Lindquist Center
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
The Daily Iowan
Eddie Moore Jr., who earned a PhD in Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies at the University of Iowa College of Education in 2004, recently presented the lecture titled, "White Privilege 101: Getting in on the Conversations" at the Lindquist Center.
UI REACH admission letter video goes viral
Monday, January 30, 2017
The Des Moines Register
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
IowaStudentLoan.org.
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
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
BTN LiveBIG
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
Iowa Reading Research Center
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
The Des Moines Register
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
NASPA Student Leadership Programs
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
The Gazette
Henry Cardenas, an M.C. Ginsberg Artist in Residence, hopes to pursue a career in elementary education.
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