Grants and Research Services Center

The Grants and Research Services Center (GRSC) provides support for grant and research projects, training projects, and service projects in the College of Education. The GRSC:

assists College of Education (COE) faculty, staff and students in identifying internal and external funding sources
provides information and workshops for COE faculty, staff, and students on grant-related topic
provides support services for the development, implementation, and utilization of research, training, and service projects in the college

The College of Education faculty are currently engaged in over 32 federal, state, and private funded projects. Over a five-year period, 7/1/2019 through 6/30/2024, COE faculty have been awarded over $64,000,000 for research, professional development, specialized student and leadership training, center development, and assessment/evaluation projects.

Funded Initiatives

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Grants News

Sheppard earns Fulbright-Hays grant to lead cross-cultural project in Namibia

Friday, October 4, 2024

University of Iowa College of Education assistant professor and coordinator of social studies education, Maia Sheppard, received a Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad Grant to lead a cross-cultural project in Namibia, Africa.

Deb Kakavas, Bettina Hass, Bobbie Bevins

College of Education recognizes Bettina Hass Excellence in Commitment and Dedication Awardees, a retirement, longevity honorees

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Bobbie Bevins and Deb Kakavas received the Bettina (Tina) Hass Excellence in Commitment and Dedication Awards at the UI College of Education Staff Appreciation Lunch Celebration. The college also celebrated Kathy Mossman's retirement and 14 longevity award honorees.

U.S. Department of Education grant addresses teacher shortage, diversifies workforce

Thursday, February 15, 2024

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded the UI College of Education a $1.26 million grant for a program that will partner with Iowa school districts, community colleges, and community partners. The program will support 40 high quality elementary teachers through coursework and field experiences, resulting in a Bachelor of Arts, a teaching license, and a K12 ESL endorsement in Iowa.

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