Articles from 2020

Sydney Deboer

UI student Sydney DeBoer Awarded Fulbright to Czech Republic

Sydney DeBoer, who will receive a BA in history and secondary social studies education from the University of Iowa this May, is the winner of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship Award to Czech Republic for 2020-21.
Charles Martin-Stanley II

Watt, Martin-Stanley II honored at Finkbine Dinner

Monday, April 27, 2020
Sherry Watt, professor in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, and Charles Martin-Stanley II, doctoral candidate in Higher Education and Student Affairs, were recently announced as Finkbine Award recipients.
RAPIL participants working on a group activity.

28 RAPIL graduates find a new calling in teaching

Thursday, April 23, 2020
Twenty-eight non-traditional students, who transformed their initial career choices into a foundation to teach middle and high school students, will complete the Regents Alternative Pathway to Licensure program (RAPIL)on Saturday, April 25.
Dan Clay

In the news: In wake of school year called off, experts tell kids & parents it's OK to feel frustrated

Monday, April 20, 2020
Daniel Clay, Dean of the University of Iowa College of Education, gives advice on coping with the abrupt end of the school year due to COVID-19.
Instructor presenting to a class

In the news: UI faculty create open-source materials to save students money, better serve class needs

Friday, April 10, 2020
Ted Neal, clinical associate professor in science education is using OpenHawks grants to improve college affordability and provide a better educational experience for his students.

Alumni Magazine 2020

Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Check out our 2020 Alumni Magazine, dedicated to school and community mental health.
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In the news: UI student creates errand-running service to help others in time of need

Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Allie Stutting, a fourth-year student majoring in history and secondary education, created an organization called Iowa City Errand-ers, dedicated to help those who need help with getting groceries or completing other errands safely during this time.
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In the news: Education experts give advice on helping your kid learn from home

Monday, April 6, 2020
Clinical professor in Science Education, Mark McDermott, gives advice on engaging students while learning from home.
Kayla Reed Fitzke

In the news: Family counselors' tips on managing stress at home during coronavirus pandemic

Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Assistant professors in Couple and Family Therapy, Kayla Reed Fitzke and Jacob Priest give advice on managing stress at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Resources

Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Looking for accurate information about COVID-19? Need help transitioning to online teaching? Struggling with your mental health during social distancing? These resources will help you navigate constantly changing and challenging times.