Mission Statement Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Mission To prepare and develop the finest leaders in the educational institutions of tomorrow To prepare and develop the finest researchers, policy analysts and professors in the field of educational administration To advance the scholarship—teaching, research and service—of educational administration Vision The… Read More
How to Apply (Graduate Programs) Department of Special Education The Department of Special Education seeks a diverse student body that is academically well-prepared for graduate school, committed to the development of new knowledge, and interested in improving professional practice. Since interest in special education as an area of… Read More
Social Media for Professional Networking Career Engagement Use Social Media to Your Benefit Employers often screen candidates using social media. Therefore, your online and social media presence can be an employer’s first impression of you. Maximize your professional online presence by regularly updating your accomplishments and making connections to help… Read More
Making an Impact through Research Our faculty and students conduct research that touches all aspects of education, both inside and outside the classroom. We study the ways that people learn, and develop physically and mentally, by exploring areas that influence policy and the understanding of education and health. The driving force for… Read More
Career Research Information Career Engagement Use our research tools to explore careers, industries, job outlook, and more. Texas Education Career Engagement is neither responsible for, nor has control of, the content of any external websites, nor does it endorse any commercial products, services, or websites. Always research any job… Read More
Internships Career Engagement It’s never too early to start thinking about internships! Internships can help you explore your personal and professional interests, try out a career option, and network with professionals. What is an internship? An internship is a form of experiential… Read More
Career Fair Preparation Career Engagement Attending a career fair will help you identify the right career path as you will be working with like-minded people interested in similar fields. Bonus: you will be creating your first professional network! Before the Fair Obtain… Read More
Dress for Success Career Engagement Sources say that up to 55 percent of another person’s perception of you is based on how you look, so make the right impression at your interview. Although dressing and grooming appropriately may not get you the job, it will give you a competitive edge and… Read More
Interviewing Career Engagement You have worked hard during your college career by focusing on your studies, internships, student teaching, and other activities. You have developed a great résumé that cleanly summarizes your accomplishments and delivers a clear message about you to your potential employers. As a result, you have an… Read More
Contact Us Department of Special Education Main OfficeGeorge I. Sánchez Building, Suite 3.708 Hours8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Monday – Friday Mailing AddressDepartment of Special Education 1912 Speedway Sánchez Building Suite 3.708Austin, TX 78712 Phone: (512) 471-4161 Administration Nathan Clemens, ChairOffice Hours: by appointment (512) 475-6552… Read More