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The Next Chapter: COE Graduate Emily Lucas Turns Towards Her Future as a Special Education Teacher
May 01, 2025
Emily Lucas always knew she was meant to be a special education teacher. Now, as she prepares to graduate in May 2025 with a bachelor’s in special education, she’s ready to lead her own classroom—and help bridge the inclusion gap for high school and young adult students.
Through a Multi-State Power Partnership, Sarah Powell is Making More Than a Fraction of a Difference
May 01, 2025
A U.S. Department of Education funded project run by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin, Southern Methodist University and the University of Missouri is transforming the world of math intervention.
A Scholarship Launched Deborah Shaw Hertzog’s Whirlwind Career. Now, She’s Created Her Own to Pay It Forward.
April 09, 2025
Hertzog (B.S. ‘72) has created an endowed scholarship for undergraduate Special Education students in memory of her mentor and former SPED Department Chair, Dr. Jasper Harvey.
KHE Department Chair and Former Strongest Woman in the World Jan Todd Shares Her Journey From Athlete to Academic
April 09, 2025
In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, Todd, a former powerlifter, shared more about her success in the sport and her path to research. She and other prominent athletes are featured in Michael Joseph Gross' new book, Stronger.
College of Education Rises to #6 Best Education School in the Country, Becoming UT’S Highest Ranked Graduate School
April 08, 2025
The College of Education moved up two positions in U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools Ranking to sit at #6 overall and maintained its position at #4 among public schools, making it the top ranked graduate school at UT.
