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Child’s Play: Encouraging Playground Fun

June 04, 2026

At more than 400 neighborhood playgrounds across Texas, researchers in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education found that what’s beneath a child’s feet can significantly influence the way they play, move and interact with others.

Training the Next Generation of Therapists

March 05, 2026

In 2025, Jane Gray began a therapy training clinic within the College of Education for the School/Clinical Child doctoral program, creating a space where students can practice cognitive behavioral therapy with families from UT Elementary School.

Education Transformed His Life. Now, He’s Helping Others Access It.

December 02, 2025

Education Leadership and Policy doctoral student Armando Lizarraga found a new beginning when he embarked on a community college journey that led him to a Ph.D. Now, he’s helping incarcerated students find a new start, too.

First-Generation to Education Policy Researcher: Ph.D. Student Melissa Chavarria’s Path to Transforming College Access

October 03, 2025

Doctoral student Chavarria plans to close the gap between K-12 schools and community colleges, making dual enrollment and college pathways more accessible for all students.

Research, Impact and Achievements: Late July 2025

July 24, 2025