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Skip to main content Restrict my search to College of Education Submit Close COE Employee Intranet Login to AccessUH Give to UH Search College of Education About Dean's Welcome Faculty & Staff Directory News & Events Educator Preparation: Accreditation Support the College Office of Institutional Effectiveness Strategic Plan Admissions Undergraduate Admissions Prospective Graduate Students Graduate Admissions UH at Sugar Land Programs Post-Baccalaureate (PB) Professional Certificates Financial Aid and Scholarships Degrees & Programs Departments Curriculum & Instruction Educational Leadership & Policy Studies Psychological, Health, & Learning Sciences Student Services Financial Aid and Scholarships Teacher Education Program PEEPS Food Pantry Graduation Certifications Job Opportunities Advising MyCOE/Faculty & Staff Intranet Technology Services (CITE) Office of Graduate Studies Office of Undergraduate Studies Operating Procedures for Graduate Students Academic and Student Support DACA Information and Resources Diversity and Support Research Welcome from the Associate Dean for Research College of Education Office of Research Team Institutes & Centers Funded Grants and Projects Graduate & Undergraduate Research Alumni Alumni Board Job Opportunities Giving Faculty & Staff Faculty & Staff Directory Technology Services (CITE) Policies & Procedures MyCOE/Faculty & Staff Intranet Page contents: Departments News & Features Apply for Scholarships Virtual Tour Upcoming Events At a Glance Short Takes College Snapshot Contact Us Pictured: Teaching graduate Meghan Galvan catches up with her students in front of the iconic mural adorning Blackshear Elementary in Houston’s Third Ward. COMMITTED TO THE COMMUNITY At the University of Houston College of Education, we’re working to improve educational and health outcomes for all children and families through effective teaching, innovative research and strong partnerships. Students learn in the context of a multicultural city from distinguished professors who merge research with real-world lessons. We’re preparing future teachers, administrators, counselors, psychologists, health specialists, researchers and other leaders to transform lives in Houston and beyond. Our programs How to apply Employee directory COE fast facts DEPARTMENTS Curriculum & Instruction Our award-winning teacher-preparation program gives students invaluable classroom experience with support from experienced mentors. At the graduate level, our degrees deepen students’ research skills and content knowledge for career advancement. Together, we're making an impact in schools across the region. Educational Leadership & Policy Studies Our graduate programs prepare aspiring principals, superintendents, special education professionals, higher education administrators and other scholars committed to transformative leadership. We also offer undergraduate minors in special populations and Asian-American studies. Psychological, Health, & Learning Sciences With a focus on improving wellness and quality of life, we offer undergraduate degrees in health and human development and family studies. We also offer graduate degrees in counseling, counseling psychology, school psychology, and measurement, quantitative methods and learning sciences. Apply Now Tour Campus Our Programs SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE! The UH College of Education scholarship application opens Jan. 1. We have scholarships for undergraduate, graduate and incoming students in all departments. Please visit the Financial Aid and Scholarships page for application instructions. The deadline to apply is Feb. 17, 2020 . Red Rhapsody: LGBTQ+ Fundraiser Feb. 24, 2020 5 – 7 p.m. Rockwell Pavilion, M.D. Anderson Library Join us in a celebration of equity, diversity and inclusion at this annual fundraiser with a casual evening of wine and light bites inspired by the Red Dinner. All proceeds go toward financial support for LGBTQ+ students. The RSVP date has been extended. Please RSVP and purchase tickets by Feb. 14 at uh.edu/red-rhapsody . NEWS & FEATURES More stories News briefs Media mentions Online Digital Storytelling Course Hits Enrollment of 20,000 The five-week class has drawn students from around the globe —from as far away as Brazil, India, Portugal and Tanzania. It’s part of a series of Massive Online Open Enrollment Courses, or MOOCs, offered by the College of Education. Professor Earns Nicotine, Tobacco Research Fellow Status Recognized as a leader in her field, the College of Education’s Lorraine Reitzel was welcomed as a 2020 Society of Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Fellow for her work to combat health disparities among traditionally underserved populations. Agent of Change: Alumnus Works to Disrupt Juvenile Incarceration Marvin Pierre, co-founder of Eight Million Stories, strives to reconnect the disconnected. His Houston-based alternative education program supports students 14 through 18 who have been incarcerated or expelled from school. A Helping Hand: Alumna Empowers Northside Community Kim Martinez, a graduate of the College’s human development and family studies program, serves as a volunteer coordinator with the nonprofit Attack Poverty, working with residents to address community needs. College of Education Earns Top Ranking from U.S. News The online master’s degree programs at the College rank among the best in the nation, according to the 2020 list from U.S. News & World Report. "Our faculty and staff strive to give students a top-notch experience online,” said Dean Bob McPherson . UH BOUNCE Expands Community Gardening to Third Ward This fall, fourth and fifth graders from Blackshear Elementary participated in BOUNCE’s Master Growers Club, an afterschool program that teaches elementary and middle school students how to garden and grow their own healthy food. Undergrad Found Right Fit at UH College of Education Emily Cortinas found her calling in human development and family studies. Due to high academic standing, she and three fellow students will lead the procession and serve as banner bearers at the 2019 fall graduation. Professor to Lead American School Health Association Clinical Assistant Professor Kayce Solari Williams was recently elected as president of ASHA. She said her top priority is advocating for policies that create healthier, more supportive environments in schools across the nation. $1.6 Million Grant Awarded for Dyslexia Support Professors Kristi Santi, Jacqueline Hawkins and Shawn Kent have teamed with other UH faculty on a federal grant to help improve outcomes for students struggling with reading. The project, Hawkins said, “gives educators a process for success.” Distinguished Alumna Leads Advocacy for Trauma Survivors “Counseling psychology superstar” Diane Elmore Borbon serves as policy director for the UCLA-Duke University National Child Traumatic Stress Network. She earned a 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award from the College for her influential work. Special Populations Ed.D. Gets $1.25 Million Boost A grant from the U.S. Department of Education will fund doctoral students seeking to become leaders in K-12 special education. The project involves professors Kristi Santi (pictured), Jacqueline Hawkins and Shawn Kent. Students Apply Classroom Lessons As Third Ward Mentors As part of professor Toya Conston’s Introduction to Educational Psychology course, students get the opportunity to mentor local middle school students. The project is supported through a grant from the UH ACES Institute. School Leadership Conference Features UH Researchers College faculty, students and alumni will present their research on principal preparation, the school-to-prison pipeline, culturally responsive practices and more at the University Council for Educational Administration conference in New Orleans. Higher Education Experts Present at National Conference Faculty and students from the College shared their res...