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University of Iowa campus in the winter

In the News: Vogelgesang offers wellness tips on how to thrive during the holidays

Monday, December 18, 2023
UI College of Education Clinical Associate Professor and Scanlan Center for School Mental Health Director of Professional Development Kari Vogelgesang provides tips on how centering values help you thrive during the holidays.
A group of new College of Education facult in the Lindquist Center Courtyard.

New faculty join College of Education

Thursday, October 5, 2023
The College of Education welcomes new faculty who bring decades of expertise, cutting-edge research, and innovative teaching to our community.
Aldo Loya smiles in the Lindquist Center.

Scholarship spotlight: Aldo Loya

Friday, September 1, 2023
With the support of the Young Family Scholarship, Aldo Loya is working to direct youth and help people through education.
A group photo of UI alumni over the age of 80 being honored, sitting in a row of chairs.

Clothier, Townsend honored in ‘Eight Over 80’ celebration

Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Two University of Iowa College of Education Alumni – Elizabeth Clothier and Orville “Speedy” Townsend – were among eight University of Iowa alumni honored during the 2023 Eight Over 80 Awards Celebration.

In the News: Cohen featured on BBC's Music Matters

Associate Professor Mary Cohen, co-author of the book "Music-Making in U.S. Prisons: Listening to Incarcerated Voices," was recently a guest on BBC's Music Matters podcast series.
Heather Buckley school portrait

Alumna named Iowa Elementary Principal of the Year

Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Alumnus Heather Buckley, principal at Cardinal Elementary School in Eldon, Iowa, has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Iowa Elementary Principal of the Year award.
Weber and three veterans at the National Mall in Washington D.C.

Weber helps provide veterans with memorable trips

Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Reygan Weber is passionate about supporting veterans and has helped make countless memories for those who have served and protected our country.
New college of education faculty. ack row L to R:Julie Koch, Josh Coleman, Alissa Doobay, Randall Boen, Katy Schroeder, Jamie Tanas, Mark Hopkins, Stephen Murley. Front row R to L: Samuel Tanner, Erin Lane, EunJung Kim, Belen Hernando-Llorens, Kay Ramey, Hyesun You, Jeffrey Grim, Derek Rodgers

Welcome New Faculty

Friday, September 23, 2022
The College of Education welcomes new faculty who bring decades of expertise, cutting-edge research, and innovative teaching to our community.
Alumna Mary Mascher meets with students at the Iowa State Capitol.

Mascher steps down from legislative leadership role after decades of service

Thursday, September 22, 2022
Alumna Mary Mascher stepped down from the Iowa House of Representatives at the end of the 2022, leaving a legacy of strong advocacy for education and literacy.
Alumnus Jake Chung stands outside of East Maine School District 63 in Des Plaines, Illinois, where he serves as assistant superintendent of human resources,

Alumnus Jake Chung takes on new leadership roles

Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Jhoon “Jake” Chung of Arlington Heights, Illinois, has recently taken on several new leadership positions with his career and the University of Iowa.
Students sit outdoors

Into the wild

Tuesday, January 4, 2022
After spending over a year indoors, kids were ready to get outside with School of the Wild.
Vicki Cupp teaches students

Adapting through COVID-19: Vicki Cupp

Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Vicki Cupp has found silver linings in a schoolyear filled with unknowns.