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Acknowledging the Beauty and Genius of the African Diaspora: Q&A with Professor Anthony Brown
Feb. 22, 2023
As part of a storytelling series celebrating Black History Month, we welcomed our community members to share their stories to inspire others and encourage open, thought-provoking dialogue. We sat down with Dr. Anthony Brown, professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, to tell us more about his academic…
Faculty Member Jessica Toste Honored for Exceptional Graduate Teaching
Feb. 21, 2023
Jessica Toste, associate professor in the Department of Special Education, was awarded a President’s Associates Graduate Teaching Excellence Award for the 2022-23 academic year.
Celebrating Teachers Who Make an Impact in Central Texas Classrooms
Feb. 20, 2023
For over 100 years, the College of Education has been preparing educators to respond to the most challenging issues in education and to inspire and lead in their schools and communities. Our students are following their hearts and callings and entering classrooms across the state prepared to change lives…
The Profound Impact Mentorship Can Have on Achievement: Video Q&A with Associate Professor Kizzy Albritton
Feb. 19, 2023
Dr. Albritton talked with us about her background, accomplishments, challenges and the mentors who helped her along the way.
Declining Enrollment, Budget Deficit Could Mean Pflugerville ISD School Closure
Feb. 17, 2023
Associate Professor Dave DeMatthews weighs in on the implications and effects of short-term solutions.
Exoskeletons Must Act Faster Than Human Reaction Times to Improve Balance
Feb. 17, 2023
Assistant Professor Owen Beck examines whether wearable robots – like powered lower-limb exoskeletons– can improve balance and enable people to be active for longer.
Allowing Myself to Push Past the Growing Pains: Q&A with Undergraduate Student Isabel Bellard
Feb. 16, 2023
As part of a storytelling series celebrating Black History Month, we welcomed our community members to share their stories to inspire others and encourage open thought-provoking dialogue. Undergraduate student Isabel Bellard spoke with us about her background and educational journey. Isabel is from East Houston and is a sophomore youth…
Doctoral Students Awarded Project Grants to Support the Development of Creative Projects for Students with Learning Disabilities
Feb. 16, 2023
Erica Fry and Zhina Shen, Ph.D. students in Special Education, have been awarded a Grant from the Council for Exceptional Children's Division for Learning Disabilities.
Developing My Own Critical Consciousness: Q&A with Assistant Professor Tia Madkins
Feb. 16, 2023
As part of a storytelling series celebrating Black History Month, we welcomed our community members to share their stories to inspire others and encourage open, thought-provoking dialogue. We sat down with Dr. Tia C. Madkins, assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, to tell us more about…
The Power of Intentionality and Passion for Generating Knowledge: Q&A with Professor Keffrelyn Brown
Feb. 15, 2023
As part of a storytelling series celebrating Black History Month, we welcomed our community members to share their stories to inspire others and encourage open, thought-provoking dialogue. We sat down with Distinguished Teaching Professor Dr. Keffrelyn Brown to share more about her educational journey, research and what this month…

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