/education/blog/Recent posts from Blogen-usFri, 18 Oct 2024 14:17:09 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/education/blog/2022/college-of-education-graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2022.aspxTwo undergraduate students were selected to receive the College of Education's Spring 2022 Graduation with Distinction Award. The Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate students in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service, research and scholarship while a student at USF.Thu, 05 May 2022 00:00:00 Two students receive College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardTwo undergraduate students were selected to receive the College of Education's Spring 2022 Graduation with Distinction Award. The Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate students in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service, research and scholarship while a student at USF.College of Education Graduation with Distinction Recipients - Spring 2022/education/blog/2022/college-of-education-graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2022.aspxAcademics,College of Education NewsEarly Childhood Education,English Education,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2022/eileen-hoffman-hafer-umatter-program-receives-student-success-award.aspxThe College of Education's Eileen Hoffman Hafer UMatter Program was selected to receive the 国产短视频Student Success Innovation Award for the 2021-22 academic year.Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Eileen Hoffman Hafer UMatter Program awarded 国产短视频Student Success Innovation AwardThe College of Education's Eileen Hoffman Hafer UMatter Program was selected to receive the 国产短视频Student Success Innovation Award for the 2021-22 academic year.UMatter group photo at USF's St. Peterburg campus./education/blog/2022/eileen-hoffman-hafer-umatter-program-receives-student-success-award.aspxCommunity EngagementHonors and Awards,Special Education,St. Petersburg campus,Student Success,UMatter/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-receives-national-scholarship-shape-america.aspxCraig Nieman, a doctoral student in the 国产短视频College of Education, was selected as a recipient of the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, a national award presented by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.Rocky D. BullTue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 国产短视频doctoral student awarded national scholarship from Society of Health and Physical EducatorsCraig Nieman, a doctoral student in the 国产短视频College of Education, was selected as a recipient of the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, a national award presented by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.Craig Nieman headshot/education/blog/2022/doctoral-student-receives-national-scholarship-shape-america.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Physical Education,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-bonnie-skye.aspxAfter overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a student in USF's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.Elizabeth EngasserFri, 10 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Bonnie SkyeAfter overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a student in USF's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.Bonnie Skye at 国产短视频Tampa/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-bonnie-skye.aspxStudent LifeCommencement,English Education,Field and Clinical Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/meet-librarian-susan-ariew.aspxWe interviewed 国产短视频Librarian Susan Ariew to learn more about her role at the university and the resources and support she provides to the College of Education鈥檚 students.Jessenia RiveraTue, 07 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Meet Your Librarian: Susan AriewWe interviewed 国产短视频Librarian Susan Ariew to learn more about her role at the university and the resources and support she provides to the College of Education鈥檚 students.Susan Ariew headshot/education/blog/2021/meet-librarian-susan-ariew.aspxAcademicsGraduate Studies,Student Success,国产短视频Libraries,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-maude-graham.aspxWhen she was 9-years-old, Maude Graham dreamed of replacing the lined-up teddy bears in her bedroom with her own classroom of students. Today, she鈥檚 an experienced third-grade reading teacher at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy and was honored as the 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year鈥攁 recognition that鈥檚 reserved for only one out of 6,800 educators in the county鈥檚 school district.Jessenia RiveraWed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Maude GrahamWhen she was 9-years-old, Maude Graham dreamed of replacing the lined-up teddy bears in her bedroom with her own classroom of students. Today, she鈥檚 an experienced third-grade reading teacher at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy and was honored as the 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year鈥攁 recognition that鈥檚 reserved for only one out of 6,800 educators in the county鈥檚 school district.Maude Graham/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-maude-graham.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Polk County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-kianna-pintado.aspxHaving witnessed the impact education had at home, Kianna Pintado began her academic journey years later as an elementary education major at the 国产短视频.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Kianna PintadoHaving witnessed the impact education had at home, Kianna Pintado began her academic journey years later as an elementary education major at the 国产短视频.Kianna Pintado/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-kianna-pintado.aspxCommunity Engagement,Student LifeElementary Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-laura-meehan.aspxLaura Meehan knew her passion for music and students with disabilities would guide her to make a meaningful difference. Driven to learn more about policy, Meehan took on leadership roles within her school and began working toward a PhD in Educational Leadership in USF's College of Education.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Laura MeehanLaura Meehan knew her passion for music and students with disabilities would guide her to make a meaningful difference. Driven to learn more about policy, Meehan took on leadership roles within her school and began working toward a PhD in Educational Leadership in USF's College of Education.Laura Meehan/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-laura-meehan.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-donna-knudsen.aspxA self-proclaimed "later-in-life" graduate student, Donna Knudsen didn鈥檛 think she could take her academic journey any further鈥攗ntil she discovered USF鈥檚 Ed.D. in Educational Program Development.Jessenia RiveraFri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Donna Knudsen, Ed.D.A self-proclaimed "later-in-life" graduate student, Donna Knudsen didn鈥檛 think she could take her academic journey any further鈥攗ntil she discovered USF鈥檚 Ed.D. in Educational Program Development.Donna Knudsen/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-donna-knudsen.aspxAcademics,Student LifeEducational Program Development,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-julia-genkinger.aspxJulia Genkinger always knew she wanted to become a teacher. The 国产短视频graduate, who earned her bachelor鈥檚 degree in English Education, says she was eager to take on every opportunity she could while a university student.Elizabeth EngasserTue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Julia GenkingerJulia Genkinger always knew she wanted to become a teacher. The 国产短视频graduate, who earned her bachelor鈥檚 degree in English Education, says she was eager to take on every opportunity she could while a university student.Julia Genkinger/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-julia-genkinger.aspx国产短视频 and Friends,Student LifeCommencement,English Education,Graduation with Distinction,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-sara-leikin.aspxDedicated to her role as director of a STEM schools project in Cairo, Egypt, 国产短视频graduate student Sara Leikin had no intention of pursuing a doctoral degree. When she learned about USF鈥檚 Doctor of Education in Educational Program Development, she felt confident in her ability to continue her studies from a distance.Jessenia RiveraThu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Sara LeikinDedicated to her role as director of a STEM schools project in Cairo, Egypt, 国产短视频graduate student Sara Leikin had no intention of pursuing a doctoral degree. When she learned about USF鈥檚 Doctor of Education in Educational Program Development, she felt confident in her ability to continue her studies from a distance.Sara Leikin/education/blog/2021/student-spotlight-sara-leikin.aspxStudent LifeEducational Program Development,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-wilfredo-pena.aspxBecoming a school counselor wasn鈥檛 something Wilfredo Pena originally set out to do. After earning his bachelor鈥檚 degree in special education from St. Petersburg College, Pena鈥檚 plan to continue his studies and work as a school administrator shifted when one of his mentors encouraged him to consider a career in counselor education.Jessenia RiveraTue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Wilfredo PenaBecoming a school counselor wasn鈥檛 something Wilfredo Pena originally set out to do. After earning his bachelor鈥檚 degree in special education from St. Petersburg College, Pena鈥檚 plan to continue his studies and work as a school administrator shifted when one of his mentors encouraged him to consider a career in counselor education.Wilfredo Pena/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-wilfredo-pena.aspxAcademics,Student LifeCounselor Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-deeksha-aradhya.aspxAfter earning two degrees and pursuing a career in early childhood education within her home country of India, Deeksha Aradhya wanted to continue her studies to view the field through a research lens.Jessenia RiveraThu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Deeksha AradhyaAfter earning two degrees and pursuing a career in early childhood education within her home country of India, Deeksha Aradhya wanted to continue her studies to view the field through a research lens.Deeksha Aradhya photo/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-deeksha-aradhya.aspxStudent LifeEarly Childhood Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-cristina-viera.aspxEstablishing a career centered on history was what Cristina Viera aimed for when she started her college journey. After commencing a career in education, she transitioned to a civilian position with the Department of Defense (DoD). During her 12 years with the DoD, Viera realized teaching was her true calling.Jessenia RiveraWed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Cristina VieraEstablishing a career centered on history was what Cristina Viera aimed for when she started her college journey. After commencing a career in education, she transitioned to a civilian position with the Department of Defense (DoD). During her 12 years with the DoD, Viera realized teaching was her true calling.Cristina Viera/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-cristina-viera.aspxAcademics,Student LifeGraduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-merritt-smith.aspxAt the start of her studies at USF, Merritt Smith overcame obstacles in earning her state of Florida teaching certification. Today, she is a soon-to-be graduate of USF鈥檚 Physical Education program who stands out amongst her peers by being recognized as the university鈥檚 2019-20 Outstanding Intern of the Year.Jessenia RiveraThu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Merritt SmithAt the start of her studies at USF, Merritt Smith overcame obstacles in earning her state of Florida teaching certification. Today, she is a soon-to-be graduate of USF鈥檚 Physical Education program who stands out amongst her peers by being recognized as the university鈥檚 2019-20 Outstanding Intern of the Year.Merritt Smith/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-merritt-smith.aspxAcademics,Student LifePhysical Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/about-us/news/2020/tips-success-online-classes.aspx国产短视频Instructional Technology faculty members James Hatten and Sanghoon Park share tips and strategies to help you successfully navigate online learning.External ArticleFri, 03 Apr 2020 00:00:00 10 Tips for Success in Online Classes国产短视频Instructional Technology faculty members James Hatten and Sanghoon Park share tips and strategies to help you successfully navigate online learning.Student at laptop studying from home/education/about-us/news/2020/tips-success-online-classes.aspxAcademicsCOVID-19,Online Learning,Student Success/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-robert-bhoolai.aspxFollowing a career change to teaching, Robert Bhoolai enrolled in USF's Educational Leadership master's program to learn how to better drive student learning and achievement.Jessenia RiveraThu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Robert BhoolaiFollowing a career change to teaching, Robert Bhoolai enrolled in USF's Educational Leadership master's program to learn how to better drive student learning and achievement.Robert Bhoolai standing outside his school/education/blog/2020/student-spotlight-robert-bhoolai.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-samantha-gregg.aspxBefore attending USF, Samantha Gregg had already envisioned a future as an educator. After spending fours years majoring in Elementary Education and living on campus in the Education Living Learning Community, she is ready to graduate this spring with confidence in the skills she鈥檚 obtained.Jessenia RiveraWed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Samantha GreggBefore attending USF, Samantha Gregg had already envisioned a future as an educator. After spending fours years majoring in Elementary Education and living on campus in the Education Living Learning Community, she is ready to graduate this spring with confidence in the skills she鈥檚 obtained.Samantha Gregg/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-samantha-gregg.aspxStudent LifeElementary Education,Living Learning Community,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ora-tanner.aspxAfter seeing firsthand the difference technology has made in improving learning outcomes for her middle school students, 国产短视频graduate student Ora D. Tanner decided to go back to school to learn how to change the trajectory of future curriculum.Jessenia RiveraWed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ora D. TannerAfter seeing firsthand the difference technology has made in improving learning outcomes for her middle school students, 国产短视频graduate student Ora D. Tanner decided to go back to school to learn how to change the trajectory of future curriculum.Ora D. Tanner headshot/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ora-tanner.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Instructional Technology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-joseph-latimer.aspxAs the son of a teacher and a principal, Joseph Latimer felt confident in his path to becoming an educator. However, after learning about school psychology, Latimer knew he wanted to positively impact students both inside and outside the four walls of the classroom.Rocky D. BullWed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Joseph LatimerAs the son of a teacher and a principal, Joseph Latimer felt confident in his path to becoming an educator. However, after learning about school psychology, Latimer knew he wanted to positively impact students both inside and outside the four walls of the classroom.Joseph Latimer/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-joseph-latimer.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-andres-rodriguez.aspxAndres Rodriguez's time at 国产短视频gave him experience training professional athletes. Now, as a recent graduate of the College of Education's Exercise Science program, he aspires to bring his knowledge of health and fitness into his community.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Andres RodriguezAndres Rodriguez's time at 国产短视频gave him experience training professional athletes. Now, as a recent graduate of the College of Education's Exercise Science program, he aspires to bring his knowledge of health and fitness into his community.Andres Rodriguez at the 国产短视频Marshall Student Center/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-andres-rodriguez.aspxStudent LifeExercise Science,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2019.aspxThree students were selected to receive the College of Education鈥檚 Graduation with Distinction Award during the Spring 2019 semester.External ArticleFri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 Three students selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardThree students were selected to receive the College of Education鈥檚 Graduation with Distinction Award during the Spring 2019 semester.Spring 2019 College of Education Graduation with Distinction Award Recipients/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2019.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeGraduation with Distinction,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-bretton-varga.aspxDoctoral student Bretton Varga was nationally recognized for using digitally interactive technology to introduce historic LBGTQ+ concepts into social studies curriculum.Chelsea GrosbeckWed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Bretton VargaDoctoral student Bretton Varga was nationally recognized for using digitally interactive technology to introduce historic LBGTQ+ concepts into social studies curriculum.Bretton Varga headshot/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-bretton-varga.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ashley-white.aspxFrom campus to country, 国产短视频College of Education doctoral candidate Ashley White is using her time at 国产短视频to help reform special education policy and make a lasting impact on the field.Chelsea GrosbeckFri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ashley WhiteFrom campus to country, 国产短视频College of Education doctoral candidate Ashley White is using her time at 国产短视频to help reform special education policy and make a lasting impact on the field.Ashley White/education/blog/2019/student-spotlight-ashley-white.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Special Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-ryan-blew.aspxRyan Blew has known what he wanted to be when he grew up since the third grade. The 国产短视频junior says the feeling has stuck with him into the present day. He was inspired by his third-grade teacher, silver-medalist Olympic swimmer Kristy Kowal, but she didn鈥檛 inspire him to become an Olympian.Abby RinaldiTue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ryan BlewRyan Blew has known what he wanted to be when he grew up since the third grade. The 国产短视频junior says the feeling has stuck with him into the present day. He was inspired by his third-grade teacher, silver-medalist Olympic swimmer Kristy Kowal, but she didn鈥檛 inspire him to become an Olympian.Ryan Blew headshot/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-ryan-blew.aspxStudent LifeElementary Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-gary-yu-hin-lam.aspxAs a doctoral student in the College of Education鈥檚 School Psychology Program, Gary Yu Hin Lam took his passion for working with individuals with autism and applied it to a career path that will help him changes the lives of many students.Rocky D. BullMon, 13 Aug 2018 15:00:00 Student Spotlight: Gary Yu Hin LamAs a doctoral student in the College of Education鈥檚 School Psychology Program, Gary Yu Hin Lam took his passion for working with individuals with autism and applied it to a career path that will help him changes the lives of many students.Gary Yu Hin Lam with Dwayne Smith/education/blog/2018/student-spotlight-gary-yu-hin-lam.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight,Student Success