About

Inspiring Educators
Educator impact reaches far beyond the classroom–the knowledge and gifts they share with students has a ripple effect on society. Our job is to inspire the next generation.
Our Mission
To prepare exemplary leaders for diverse educational settings and related fields who are reflective, ethical, innovative and committed to all learners.
Our Vision
A generation of educators meaningfully invested in the creation of a humane and just society through their leadership and interactions with students at every level.
Preparing Global Leaders
I hope you can see that our focus is on providing the best learning experiences for our students and that we believe in building strong partnerships locally and globally.
Frank Hernandez, Dean of College of Education
DEAN’S WELCOME
Latest News
College of Education Professor Receives Deans' Award for Teaching Excellence
Jan Lacina, Ph.D., professor and Bezos Family Foundation Endowed Chair in Early Childhood Education, was recently awarded the Deans' Award for Teaching.
Doctoral Candidate Awarded for Research Efforts
Savannah Graham, a doctoral candidate in science education, was recognized for her research at the recent International Consortium for Research in Science and Mathematics Education (ICRSME).