From regional collaborations with Iowa school districts to innovative global academic opportunities, our robust programs and partnerships provide support and programming for students interested in exploring education as a future career.
Educators Rising
Educators Rising is a national "Grow Your Own" organization committed to developing the next generation of educators.
Aspiring Educators
Aspiring Educators is our campus pre-service teachers' union chapter of the Iowa State Education Association (ISEA) and an affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA).
TLC/SEL Track Partnership
A partnership with the Iowa City Community School District and the Baker Teacher Leader Center offers a social, emotional, behavioral health track.
News
U.S. Department of Education grant addresses teacher shortage, diversifies workforce
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.
Davenport student to represent Iowa at National Educators Rising Conference
Davenport North High School junior, Gabriella Pieczynski, has been offered a full expenses paid trip to the National Educators Rising Conference, made possible thanks to a $1.26 million U.S. Department of Education grant that the University of Iowa College of Education is using to help diversify the educator workforce. The college is focusing on starting young educators’ clubs as pathways into teacher education, creating opportunities like the fully funded trip for Pieczynski.
Contact Us
Amira Nash
Associate Director, Partnerships and Programs
319-467-4809
amira-nash@uiowa.edu
Kari Vogelgesang
Director, Professional Development
319-335-5348
kari-vogelgesang@uiowa.edu