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From Education to Justice: A COE Graduate’s Path to Federal Service
Jan. 06, 2026
Recent COE graduate Amelia Traviesa’s longtime commitment to education, service and meaningful change led her from the Youth and Community Studies program to the U.S. Department of Justice and the Office of the Attorney General.
A Multidisciplinary Path Comes Full Circle for Texas Recreational Sports Hall of Honor Inductee
Dec. 12, 2025
Kinesiology and Health Education alumna and donor Tara Brady was inducted to the UT Recreational Sports Hall of Honor for being among RecSports’ inaugural facility building managers.
Meet Emma Fuentes: A Resident in UT’s Innovative Teacher Certification Program
Oct. 17, 2025
UT’s Longhorns in Residence program aims to help address critical teacher shortages in Central Texas through yearlong program that integrates fieldwork and coursework.
Hooked on Teaching: COE’s Paid Internship Program Kicks Off its Second Year
Aug. 07, 2025
The second cohort of Hook ’Em Here, Harlingen interns spent the summer teaching in Harlingen ISD classrooms, gaining valuable hands-on experience and directly impacting students.
The Next Chapter: Bethany Hamilton Bhat Overcomes Personal Challenges and the COVID-19 Pandemic to Complete Her Ph.D., Earning Her Third Degree from UT Austin 
May. 09, 2025
After facing many obstacles and the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bethany Hamilton is graduating with a Ph.D. in educational psychology, specializing in quantitative methods. This milestone is only the beginning as she prepares to move to the Netherlands for postdoctoral research.
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. 
Honoring Excellence: COE Faculty Promotions Celebrate Academic Impact
Mar. 31, 2025
The College of Education proudly recognizes faculty members who have earned promotions for the 2025-26 academic year. Their groundbreaking research, commitment to student success and contributions to education, health and sport continue to elevate our college and advance our mission.
Sarah Woulfin’s New Book Reflects on How Equity-Centered Coaching Leads to Improvement in Schools
Apr. 27, 2023
New Book by Sarah Woulfin Provides Insightful Guide for Making Coaching Matter in Schools.
Self-Compassion Can Improve Sport Performance and Overall Well-Being Among Athletes
Apr. 20, 2023
For NCAA athletes the road to success comes with various challenges, but recent research suggests that self-compassion can help with the ability to overcome and respond to hardships.

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