Message from the Chair Department of Special Education Welcome to the Department of Special Education at The University of Texas at Austin. The Department of Special Education is a premier research and training facility committed to improving and transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities, or those at risk of… Read More
About Department of Special Education The Department of Special Education is a collaboration between faculty, students, staff and resources aimed at improving the quality of life and promoting success for individuals with disabilities. The innovative research from our department has a deep global impact. Read More
Research Department of Special Education The Department of Special Education is currently ranked sixth in the nation by the U.S. News & World Report. This is largely due to the research conducted by our faculty and graduate students. Our research… Read More
PHELP Distinguished Lecture Series Department of Educational Leadership and Policy The Program in Higher Education Leadership and Policy (PHELP) holds distinguished lectures to further the field through professional development and research. The lecture series features tenured faculty members from universities throughout America and the world. Spring 2022 – Anna Neumann (Teachers… Read More
About Curriculum and Instruction The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is a diverse connection of teachers, teacher educators and researchers inspiring innovative teaching and learning. Our department values the contributions of linguistically and culturally rich communities and aims to develop deeper… Read More
Past Inductees The Kinesiology and Health Education Hall of Honor 2023 Laurence Chalip Distinguished Faculty Inductee Michael “Spanky” Stephens Distinguished Alumnus 2022 Baker Harrell Distinguished Community Contributor Inductee Jeffrey Horowitz Distinguished Alumnus Inductee 2021 Michael H. Haynes Distinguished Community Contributor Mildred J. “Mickey” Little Distinguished… Read More
Our Alumni Department of Kinesiology or Health Education A graduate degree in Kinesiology or Health Education prepares students for a broad range of professional and academic careers. Explore what our graduates have gone on to accomplish in the fields of sports, medicine, business, academia and more. Ben B. Yaspelkis… Read More
Kinesiology and Health Career Paths Career Engagement A degree in Kinesiology and Health (KHE) opens doors for a wide variety of rewarding careers. Many graduates become entrepreneurs, pursue careers in education, or move into sport management. Others become fitness instructors and personal trainers, helping clients to maximize workouts, meet fitness… Read More
Sport Management On Campus Master’s Program Department of Kinesiology and Health Education Our Sport Management master’s programs prepare students to work in nearly every facet of organized sports. With a focus on the business side of sports, graduate students learn the skills necessary to succeed in a successful professional… Read More
Teacher Leadership, Mentoring & Professional Development Master’s Program Department of Curriculum and Instruction Designed for current Austin-area teachers, students in the Teacher Leadership, Mentoring, and Professional Development (TLMPD) program work directly with preservice teachers enrolled in the preservice teacher preparation program at The University of Texas who are in a… Read More
