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COE Faculty Promotions Celebrate Academic Impact
June 04, 2026
College of Education faculty members were recently awarded promotion and tenure for 2026-2027.

Child’s Play: Encouraging Playground Fun
June 04, 2026
At neighborhood playgrounds, the surface underneath your child’s feet can significantly impact how they play and interact, according to a recent research study.

Media Mentions: May 16-29, 2026
May 29, 2026
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

Research, Impact and Achievements: May 2026
May 08, 2026
Celebrating the achievements of the members of our community.

Outside the Rink: Paralympian Jen Lee Goes for Gold in Sports and Life
April 23, 2026
U.S. Paralympic Sled Hockey goalie, four-time Paralympic gold medalist and Army veteran Jen Lee’s inspiring story will take center stage as he delivers the 2026 College of Education Commencement keynote address.

Media Mentions: March 27-April 3, 2026
April 03, 2026
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

KHE Triple Major Simeen Jumma on Physical Therapy and Making Connections 
April 03, 2026
Simeen Jumma, athletic trainer and sports medicine aide for Texas Women’s Basketball, plans to pursue a career in physical therapy.

Storyteller Mark Cho on Sports Representation, Brands and Texas Football
April 01, 2026
Sport Management graduate Mark Cho made the most of his time in KHE, from multiple internships to working with Texas Football. He now plans to pursue careers in brand partnerships and professional athlete representation.

Media Mentions: March 20-27, 2026
March 27, 2026
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

Research, Impact and Achievements: March 2026
March 06, 2026
Celebrating the achievements of the members of our community.