COEHS In the News
2024
海角社区partners with National Technical Institute for the Deaf to host STEM Academy II for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
September 9, 2024
This past summer, Cara Wilmot, a current doctoral student, envisioned a partnership between 海角社区and the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) Regional STEM Center at the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind (AIDB), where she works as the Coordinator of STEM Academy II. After observing the annual STEM Academy held in Alabama, Cara recongized 海角社区as an ideal partner for the program's expansion to Florida, allowing more students to participate in this intensive, student-centered learning experience.
海角社区professor represents USA as IDeALL international cooperation partner
September 3, 2024
Dr. Caroline Guardino, COEHS professor of deaf education, is part of an international research collaboration on deaf language education. She recently presented a data analysis and a written manuscript at the University of Cologne, Germany as part of the Immigrant d/Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Additional Language Learners (IDeALL) project.
海角社区and READ USA partner to develop future educators and improve literacy in Jacksonville
August 21, 2024
UNF’s College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) is excited to announce a new partnership with READ USA. This partnership will introduce a new pathway within the Osprey Teacher Residency (OTR) Programs, designed to support 海角社区students pursuing degrees in teacher education.
海角社区inSTEP team launches innovative renewable energy field trip
August 14, 2024
In May and June, the 海角社区’s inSTEP research team, comprised of Dr. Elizabeth Hale, Associate Professor of Literacy, Dr. Kim Cheek, Associate Professor of Science Methods, and Xavier Rozas, STEP Lab Director, piloted their inaugural environmentally focused field trip centered on renewable energy. This initiative was conducted in collaboration with the 海角社区Sustainable Solutions Lab, sponsored by JEA and directed by Dr. Jim Fletcher, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction.
SPIDERS Scholar Feature: Andrea Smith
July 23, 2024
Andrea Smith is a SPIDERS scholar in the Ed.D. program at UNF. Project SPIDERS stands for School-University Partnerships Influencing aDvocacy and Engaging Rural Special educators. Project SPIDERS prepares special education personnel who are well-qualified for, and can act effectively in, leadership positions in high need rural school systems.
海角社区names Stephen W. Dittmore as College of Education and Human Services dean
July 22, 2024
The 海角社区 has named Dr. Stephen “Steve” W. Dittmore as dean of the College of Education and Human Services (COEHS). Dittmore will begin his role today, July 22. As dean, Dittmore will oversee the college’s faculty, staff and students as well as academic programs, centers and labs.
海角社区announces leadership team for USoar program supporting students with intellectual disabilities
June 20, 2024
The USoar program, which is funded by a $1.5 million grant from the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA), was announced this past January as the university’s new inclusive postsecondary education program designed to offer students with intellectual disabilities opportunities to enrich their academic experience, engage with the campus and community, develop independent living skills, foster self-determination and pursue career development and employment.
海角社区students embark on interdisciplinary study abroad experience in Italy
June 4, 2024
This May, College of Education and Human Services and College of Computing, Engineering and Construction students embarked on an enriching and inclusive interdisciplinary study abroad experience in Italy.
College of Education and Human Services launches residency with Campus Canines
May 30, 2024
Beginning this Summer B session and continuing throughout the academic year, the program will feature Hudson, an adorable Corgi, who will be available to provide comfort and support to students, faculty and staff.
海角社区associate instructor partners with organization to inspire curiosity in STEM through American Sign Language (ASL)
May 20, 2024
Michael Stultz, associate instructor at the 海角社区, is enhancing STEM education for the Deaf community through his work with mission-driven organization, Atomic Hands.
SPIDERS Scholar Feature: Cara Wilmot
May 14, 2024
Cara Wilmot is a SPIDERS scholar in the Ed.D. program at UNF. Project SPIDERS stands for School-University Partnerships Influencing aDvocacy and Engaging Rural Special educators. Project SPIDERS prepares special education personnel who are well-qualified for, and can act effectively in, leadership positions in high need rural school systems.
海角社区students SOAR with research
April 26, 2024
During the interdisciplinary conference, 109 undergraduate and 55 graduate students representing various academic disciplines, presented their research and creative projects to students, faculty and others during the nearly daylong event.
海角社区surprises four local teachers with $17K Gladys Prior awards
April 16, 2024
The 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services (COEHS), on behalf of philanthropist Gilchrist Berg, today surprised four local Jacksonville teachers with the 2024 Gladys Prior Awards for Career Teaching Excellence and $17,000 each, one of the largest monetary awards for teachers in the nation.
海角社区Preschool hosts art show 'Through the Eyes of a Child'
April 10, 2024
The 海角社区Preschool, in collaboration with the Parent Association, hosted an opening reception for the art show “Through the Eyes of a Child” on April 9, 2024 at the 海角社区Gallery of Art.
海角社区ASL/English interpreting named one of six best programs in nation
March 14, 2024
The 海角社区’s ASL/English Interpreting Program was recently named by Hands Up Communications as one of the six best interpreting programs in the country.
海角社区professor selected to join global Artifical Intelligence fellowship
March 5, 2024
Dr. Suzanne Ehrlich, an associate professor of educational technology, training and development at the 海角社区, was named among 32 global educational leaders to the 2024 cohort of EDSAFE Women in AI Fellows.
SPIDERS Scholar Feature: Jodi Arroyo Nagel
March 4, 2024
Jodi Arroyo Nagel is a SPIDERS scholar in the Ed.D. program at UNF. Project SPIDERS stands for School-University Partnerships Influencing aDvocacy and Engaging Rural Special educators. Project SPIDERS prepares special education personnel who are well-qualified for, and can act effectively in, leadership positions in high need rural school systems.
Two EdD doctoral graduates honored with 2024 Thomas Mulkeen Award
February 29, 2024
Dr. Shaneka Ferrell and Dr. Laura Mayberry, distinguished graduates of the EdD program, have been announced as the recipients of this year's Thomas Mulkeen Award. Presented annually by the College of Education and Human Services, the award recognizes outstanding doctoral dissertations that best exemplify practice-centered inquiry.
海角社区and Clay County schools partner to build educator pathways
February 28, 2024
The 海角社区 and Clay County District Schools (CCDS) are working together to renew the teacher pipeline and improve student achievement.
COEHS Associate Dean receives Katherine M. Kasten Doctoral Advising and Mentoring Award
February 22, 2024
Dr. Daniel Dinsmore, Associate Dean of Research, External Funding and Faculty Development of The College of Education and Human Services, is this year’s recipient of the Katherine M. Kasten Doctoral Advising and Mentoring Award.
Two 海角社区professors join Standford Faculty University Innovation Fellows
February 21, 2024
Two faculty members from the 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services have joined Stanford University’s d.School (Hasso Plattner Institute of Design) Faculty Innovation Fellows Program.
海角社区receives grant for new postsecondary education program
January 24, 2024
The 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services received a $1.5 million three-and-a-half-year grant from the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA) to start an inclusive postsecondary education program for 海角社区students with intellectual disabilities (ID) called USoar.
2023
Dr. Kristi Sweeney prepares students to become effective sport managers
November 3, 2023
Dr. Kristi Sweeney, chair and associate professor in the department of sport management, is a lifelong sports enthusiast who teaches courses in sport finance, fundraising and facility management. The proud soccer mom has been teaching at 海角社区for 14 years. She says her teaching philosophy involves encouraging her students to think both critically and analytically.
Dr. Liz Gregg, sport management professor, selected for The Anita Aldrich Distinguished Alumni Award
October, 25 2023
This distinguished accolade is presented annually to an outstanding graduate of the School of Public Health-Bloomington, in recognition of significant contributions to the field of public health science. It is named in honor of Dr. Anita Aldrich, who served on the faculty of the school from 1964 to 1985 and was widely recognized as an educational pioneer and champion for the cause of women in higher education, and athletics.
Gilchrist Berg gives $1.3 million to support the 'mystery and magic of teaching'
October 10, 2023
The 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services is pleased to announce a gift of $1.3 million from Gilchrist Berg, local philanthropist and president/founder of Water Street Capital. The gift will support current and future teachers in the region and provide highly trained and high-quality educators to address the critical teacher shortage.
Doctoral student inspires youth with innovative game-based learning
September 7, 2023
The process of shaping young minds is both challenging and rewarding. For 海角社区doctoral student and accomplished educator Nadine Ebri, it’s a process she enjoys to the fullest. “There’s a lot I like about being an educator,” says Ebri. “Seeing how kids’ lives can transform based on the efforts that I put in is one of the things I really love most about teaching.”
Improving scientific education in the least visited country in the world
August 9, 2023
Dr. Terence Cavanaugh, a professor and expert in educational technology from the 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services, recently concluded a two-month project for the island nation of Tuvalu - the least visited country in the world. This project, requested by the Tuvalu Ministry of Education and provided through the Fulbright Specialist Program, focused on improving failing student scores on science exams throughout the small nation by evaluating assessment data, curriculum and teaching methods.
Early learners submersed in computer coding camp
July, 20 2023
Local early learners in the first through fifth grades participated in a teaching and learning lab at the 海角社区's College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) where they engaged in hands-on coding projects, challenges and STEM activities with 海角社区staff and camp counselors for three fun weeks.
海角社区doctoral student receives ISTE's 20 to Watch Award
July, 17 2023
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), a nonprofit focused on accelerating innovation in education, has announced Nadine Ebri among the 2023 ISTE 20 to Watch Award winners.
Students demonstrate remarkable critical thinking in undergraduate sign language interpreting
July, 10 2023
Dr. Mark Halley, 海角社区 assistant professor of ASL/English interpreting, and David Phillips, 海角社区alumni and former visiting faculty, recently published a peer-reviewed article in The Interpreters' Newsletter, the first academic journal in interpreting studies.
海角社区professor awarded for exemplary work in professional development schools
July 3, 2023
Dr. Elizabeth Hale, 海角社区 assistant professor of literacy and faculty-in-residence at Tiger Academy, was awarded the national Exemplary PK20 Boundary Spanner Award by the National Association of Professional Development Schools (NAPDS).
Alum Terrence Connor appointed Sarasota's County's Superintendent of Schools
June 27, 2023
Terrence Connor, an alumnus of the 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services, has been selected as the new Superintendent of Schools for Sarasota County. Connor currently serves as the Deputy Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer for Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS), where he has played a significant role in shaping the district’s academic, financial, operational and community engagement decisions.
海角社区professor receives Katherine M. Kasten Doctoral Advising and Mentoring Award
June 15, 2023
Dr. Amanda Pascale, associate professor in the 海角社区’s Department of Leadership, School Counseling & Sport Management, is this year’s recipient of the Katherine M. Kasten Doctoral Advising and Mentoring Award.
New 海角社区research published on graffiti, poetry and language development
June 13, 2023
Dr. Nile Stanley, associate professor of literacy and arts education at the 海角社区, co-authored a recently published study on local curated graffiti poetry exhibits and the profound impact of inclusive community art.
Higher Education Administration faculty, students and alumni participate in the National Education Finance Academy annual conference
April 21, 2023
Higher Education Administration (HEA) Associate Professor, Dr. Luke Cornelius, along with several HEA graduate students and alumni presented at the National Education Finance Academy annual conference this April in Indianapolis, IN.
海角社区announces the recipients of the 2023 Gladys Prior Award
April 19, 2023
The 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services (COEHS), on behalf of philanthropist Gilchrist Berg, surprised four local Jacksonville teachers with the 2023 Gladys Prior Awards for Career Teaching Excellence and $15,000 each, one of the largest monetary awards for teachers in the nation.
海角社区associate instructor presents at the STEM Sign Language Lexicon Founders and Leaders Workshop in Washington D.C.
April 10, 2023
海角社区 associate instructor for Exceptional, Deaf and Interpreter Education, Michael Stultz, presented at the STEM Sign Language Lexicon Founders and Leaders Workshop at Gallaudet University in March. This collaborative workshop aimed to bridge the communication gap in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics and make STEM education more accessible and inclusive for everyone.
COEHS graduate student and ESE mentor teacher receives the Marva Collins Diversity Award at the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
April 7, 2023
Huyen Le, COEHS graduate student and teacher at Atlantic Coast High School, received the Marva Collins Diversity Award at the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Annual Convention & Expo in Louisville, KY on March 2, 2023, from the Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD).
COEHS faculty and school partners participate in the 2023 Clinical Practice Fellows Symposium in Jacksonville
April 6, 2023
UNF’s Clinical Practice Fellows, Dr. Rebecca West Burns, Dr. Rachelle Curcio and Dr. Megan Lynch co-chaired the 2023 Clinical Practice Fellows Symposium. Over 100 teacher educators attended this event which took place on March 26 following the National Association for Professional Development Schools (NAPDS) Conference.
COEHS professor honored with ATE's distinguished teacher educator award
April 5, 2023
Dr. Diane Yendol-Hoppey, 海角社区College of Education and Human Services Professor, has been awarded the prestigious Hans C. Olsen Distinguished Teacher Educator Award at this year’s Association of Teacher Educators (ATE) Conference. The Hans C. Olsen Award for the Distinguished Teacher Educator has been established by ATE to select and honor those individuals who embody all seven of the ATE Teacher Educator Standards and those whose contributions to the preparation of teachers are worthy of special recognition.
海角社区faculty, students and PDS partners present at the annual NAPDS Conference in Jacksonville
April 4, 2023
More than 50 海角社区 faculty, undergraduate and graduate students and school-based partners in Duval, Clay and St. Johns counties participated in the 2023 NAPDS (National Association for Professional Development Schools) Conference that took place at the Hyatt Regency in Jacksonville on Thursday, March 23 and Friday, March 24.
Project SPIDERS faculty and doctoral students present at the annual Council for Exceptional Children Conference
March 15, 2023
海角社区Project SPIDERS faculty and doctoral students attended and presented at the annual Council for Exceptional Children Conference (CEC) in Louisville, KY. CEC is the largest professional organization serving people and students with disabilities in the world. Project SPIDERS, School-University Ppartnerships Influencing aDvocacy and Engaging Rural Special Educators, is a grant from the US Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP).
College of Education students participate in Holmes Scholars meeting
March 9, 2023
The 海角社区’s College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Excellence (AACTE). In partnership with the Holmes Scholars Program, the college’s doctoral students were able to participate in the 75th AACTE annual meeting and pre-conference that is dedicated to the scholarship of teaching and learning. The students were able to network, expand research perspectives, engage in tangible writing labs, and learn from a diverse group of passionate people.
海角社区alumna selected as DCPS Teacher of the Year
February 24, 2023
Julia Mayeshiba, a 海角社区 Jacksonville Teacher Residency (JTR) Cohort 5 alumna, was honored as the 2023 VyStar Duval County Public Schools Teacher of the Year during the 32nd Annual EDDY Awards. She was selected from among 180 Teacher of the Year nominees, each representing a DCPS school.
College of Education student receives Wolfburg Fellowship
February 15, 2023
Shaneka Ferrell, a student in the 海角社区's College of Education and Human Services, received a Wolfburg Fellowship for Social Justice in Education which she will use to support her dissertation research that grew from her involvement with UNF’s former Center for Urban Education and Policy.
海角社区faculty find inclusive design in online courses improves student success
January 23, 2023
Drs. Suzanne Ehrlich and Amanda Pascale from the 海角社区 Department of Leadership, School Counseling and Sport Management recently completed a study that found higher inclusive design scores were significantly correlated with higher pass rates in online courses.
海角社区professor co-writes new professional learning framework for educators of gifted children
January 4, 2023
Dr. Christine Weber, professor and interim assistant chair of the Department of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum at the 海角社区, is the co-author of the first guidebook on curriculum design for gifted and high potential learners.
2022
COEHS and 海角社区engineering students help preserve a legacy of education and community
November 2, 2022
Last Summer, three 海角社区civil engineering students, (Alexander Anderson, Lionela Agastra and Jacob Fiallos), who were enrolled in Dr. Adel ElSafty's "Design of Reinforced Concrete" course, helped with the restoration of the Jacksonville Beach Elementary School #144 for the Rhoda L. Martin Cultural Heritage Center.
海角社区COEHS receives record-setting $7 Million U.S. Education Dept. grant to renew educator pipeline
September 22, 2022
The 海角社区’s College of Education and Human Services has been awarded an over $7 Million partnership grant, Project PREP (Partnering to Renew the Educator Pipeline), alongside Clay County District Schools and UNF’s College of Arts and Sciences to address the critical teacher shortage and create equitable teaching outcomes for every student.
海角社区Preschool and College of Education team up to offer new learning experiences
August 30, 2022
The 海角社区 Preschool and College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) are working together to increase experiential learning opportunities for 海角社区education students as well as continue to foster the nurturing learning environment for children that the Preschool has been well known for since 1975.
Dr. Rowe Publishes Paper about 海角社区THRIVE
March 23, 2022
Dr. Tara Rowe, associate director of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and director of THRIVE, has recently published a paper in the Journal of College Reading and Learning detailing how the 海角社区’s THRIVE program has helped students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) successfully navigate their college careers through peer mentoring and other specialized accommodations.
Michelle Drinks named a 40 under 40 Honoree by Jacksonville Business Journal
March 16, 2022
Michelle Drinks, director of development for UNF’s College of Education and Human Services, has been named a “40 Under 40” honoree by the Jacksonville Business Journal for her business success, leadership skills and outstanding professional achievement.
School Counseling receives $1.6M GEAR UP grant
February 7, 2022
The College of Education and Human Services' school counseling “SOAR” program has been awarded a $1.6 million U.S. Department of Education Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) Partnership grant with Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) to help students from low-income backgrounds better prepare for postsecondary education.
This 2021-27 GEAR UP grant is the sixth award for the SOAR program since 1999 and builds upon the rich legacy of collaboration between 海角社区COEHS and DCPS to increase college access for local students while nurturing the leadership talent of future educators.
Painting Osprey pride for UNF’s 50th
February 4, 2022
In celebration of UNF's 50th Anniversary, the College of Education & Human Services invited students, faculty, staff and alumni to create paintings to express our 海角社区pride. The completed paintings will be displayed throughout the year at MOCA Jacksonville at 333 N. Laura St. and the Lufrano Intercultural Gallery in the John A. Delaney Student Union, Building 58E, Suite 2401.
U.S. News and World Report 2022 Best Online Programs
January 25, 2022
The 海角社区 has earned high rankings in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Online Programs list, landing in the top 50 in the nation for its online bachelor’s programs as well as earning recognition for the online master’s in education programs.
海角社区ranked in the top schools in the nation for its master’s in education program. The program is recognized for its strong traditional academic foundations based on student-instructor access, graduation rates and instructor credentials as well as for excelling at educating distance learners while offering robust career and financial support. This is the second year in a row that 海角社区College of Education and Human Services’ Master of Education in Educational Leadership has landed in the top 100 for Best Online Graduate Education Programs, joining SUS schools including UF, FSU and UCF. The program ranked No. 53 in the nation.
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership: Early Childhood Educational Leadership
- Master of Science in American Sign Language/English Interpreting
- Master of Science in Educational Technology, Training and Development
Education Students Volunteer in honor of MLK Day
January 21, 2022
College of Education and Human Services’ Jacksonville Teacher Residency program teamed up with the Arc of Jacksonville's On Campus Transition AmeriCorps members and volunteers to give back to a local high school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
Sport Data Analytics Lab now home to PGA Tour golfer K.H. Lee
January 3, 2022
The College of Education and Human Services' Sport Data Analytics Lab is now PGA TOUR player K.H. Lee's official performance data analytics manager. The lab will help Lee optimize his performance to improve skills and strategies as well as predict and prevent inquiries.
2021
海角社区receives $3.5M US Dept. of Education grant to prepare rural special education administrators
December 14, 2021
The 海角社区College of Education and Human Services, in a collaboration with the University of Oklahoma and the University of Louisville, has been awarded a $3.5M grant from the U.S. Department of Education to address the critical shortages of special education administrators to serve in rural districts.
Project SPIDERS (School-university Partnerships Influencing aDvocating and Engaging Rural Special Educators) will kick off Spring 2022. The funding will support 18 doctoral students (six at UNF) through doctoral programs that prepare special education personnel who are well-qualified for and can act effectively in leadership positions in rural school systems.
Jacksonville Public Education Fund awards 海角社区education students’ scholarships
December 6, 2021
At a recent men’s basketball game the Jacksonville Public Education Fund (JPEF), in partnership with the CEM Foundation, announced a new scholarship to support and encourage diverse male student athletes who are considering teaching careers in Duval County Public Schools. Over the course of three years, multiple diverse male student athletes in the 海角社区College of Education and Human Services will receive a $2,500 annual scholarship as well as membership, sponsored by the CEM Foundation, into JPEF’s IGNITE Young Professionals Group. These partnerships and scholarships are a small part of JPEF’s commitment to help recruit and retain 1,000 diverse male teachers by 2025.
海角社区Alumni and COEHS LLC celebrate Deck the Chairs
December 1, 2021
Through a social media voting campaign, the Make a Difference in Education (M.A.D.E.) LLC chair won a contest to have their "tiny chair" come to life at the annual Deck the Chairs event in Jacksonville Beach. All M.A.D.E. LLC students are first-year students in teacher education majors, and their chair has a colorful blend of 海角社区pride and education symbols like books and primary colors.
COEHS joins ElevatED Challenge
November 22, 2021
The College of Education and Human Services joined eight other education colleges around the state in the first-ever ElevatED Challenge—a donor participation competition aimed at raising money in support of education. The challenge ran from Nov. 22 through Nov. 30.
Jacksonville Teacher Residency program focuses on preparing Black male educators
November 15, 2021
The 海角社区College of Education and Human Services (COEHS)’s Jacksonville Teacher Residency (JTR) program is working on two new initiatives to prepare Black as well as diverse male educators for the workforce.
Director of 海角社区THRIVE program honored with NASPA’s outstanding service award
October 28, 2021
Dr. Rowe, Director of COEHS' THRIVE program was honored with the “Outstanding Service to Students Award” by the Florida chapter of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) during the NASPA-FL Virtual Drive-In Conference on Thursday, Oct. 14, and Friday, Oct. 15.
COEHS receives significant DOE grant to prepare ASL/English interpreters for K-12 schools
October 26, 2021
The College of Education and Human Services' ASL/English Interpreting Program has been awarded a $1.1 million grant from the Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) to increase the number of highly qualified, academically prepared ASL/English interpreters ready to work in the K-12 educational setting.
Graduate student receives fellowship from the American Association of University Women
October 19, 2021
Katoria Carter, a 海角社区 graduate student currently enrolled in the Master of Science in ASL/English Interpreting program, has recently been awarded a 2021-22 fellowship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Recipients of this award are dedicated to pursuing academic work and leading innovative community projects to empower women and girls.
NEFSTEM joins the Scratch Education Collaborative
August 26, 2021
The College of Education and Human Services’ Northeast Florida Center for STEM Education (NEFSTEM) recently joined the Scratch Education Collaborative, an international network of organizations focused on supporting learners from historically marginalized communities in developing their confidence with creative computing using the Scratch computer programming platform.
海角社区STEP Lab provides space for hands-on learning across disciplines
August 10, 2021
Dr. Nicholas Eastham, 海角社区STEP Lab supervisor and faculty administrator, came up with a one-of-a-kind lesson plan and demonstration for Rebekah Wallis, adjunct COEHS faculty member, and her students studying to be special education educators. The class constructed accessible “breadboards” that can be made and used by people of various age levels and abilities with materials found around the house.
THRIVE program director discusses peer mentoring programs with the Disability Compliance for Higher Education journal
July 28, 2021
Dr. Tara Rowe, associate director of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and director of THRIVE, was recently featured in an interview for the July 2021 issue of Disability Compliance for Higher Education to discuss the peer mentoring programs offered to students registered with SAS at UNF.
Taylor Leadership Institute partners with First Tee
July 26, 2021
The Taylor Leadership Institute is partnering with First Tee to serve as leadership mentors for the First Tee Scholars as part of a Pre-College Retreat. This partnership will serve as a model of collaboration between UNF’s Taylor Leadership Institute and First Tee as they work together to help equip the First Tee Scholars with the leadership skills that will help them thrive both now and in the future.
Professor presents at International Congress on the Education of the Deaf
July 19, 2021
Dr. Jennifer Renée Kilpatrick, assistant professor of deaf education, recently presented her research, “Written Language Inventory for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students: Identification and expansion of students' writing repertoires,” at the 23rd International Congress on the Education of the Deaf. Her presentation summarized the work she and her colleagues have done to develop a Written Language Inventory (WLI) and supplemental materials for teachers of the deaf throughout the past eight years.
UNITE Design Lab for inclusive workplace training unveiled
July 7, 2021
The College of Education and Human Services has unveiled a new virtual lab focused on Universal Design for Learning. The Universal Design for Inclusion in Training and Education (UNITE) Design Lab will serve as a virtual space for corporations, companies, and organizations to engage in research, collaboration, training and development for today’s workforce aimed at promoting innovation and inclusivity.
CUEP's Hope and History Mural voted Jacksonville's Best Public Art
July 2, 2021
The COEHS' Hope and History Mural Project was recently voted “Jacksonville’s best public art” in the JaxBest list, a guide compiled by News4Jax WJXT Ch.4 viewer votes that showcases the local things that make Jacksonville so unique. Local h igh school students worked with CUEP staff, 海角社区volunteers and local artists including lead muralist Nicole Holderbaum to bring their vision to life. Alongside local history-makers and Civil Rights activists, over 25 area youth studied Jacksonville’s Civil Rights history and realized their own capacity to create changes today.
海角社区hosts 'Seven Bridges Writing Project' as part of the NWP Summer Institute
June 3, 2021
The National Writing Project (NWP) at the 海角社区, also known as the Seven Bridges Writing Project, will hold the second annual Summer Institute on the 海角社区campus from June 14 to June 18, 2021. As the only NWP site in the region, the Seven Bridges Writing Project serves students and teachers across a 100-mile radius throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia focusing on research-based ways to engage students in empowerment through writing.
COEHS professor co-authors 'Nine Essentials' national professional development school guidelines
June 2, 2021
Dr. Rebecca West Burns, director of clinical practice and educational partnerships for UNF’s College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) and a Bill Herrold Endowed Professor, co-authored the recently released National Association for Professional Development Schools’ second edition of the “Nine Essentials,” the national guidelines that set the standard for high quality school-university partnerships.
海角社区faculty/staff create “Teaching Innovations and Exemplars” website
May 7, 2021
海角社区 launched the “ ” website that shares the imaginative teaching innovations developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic by 海角社区faculty including Dr. Jen Kilpatrick, deaf education assistant professor, and Dr. Hope (Bess) Wilson, teaching, learning & curriculum associate professor. The featured innovations are intended to help spark curiosity and inspire fellow educators to adopt creative teaching methods and practices – not just during COVID, but beyond.
COEHS Alumna, Jennifer Pryor Halter, named FL Principal of the Year
May 5, 2021
The Florida Department of Education named Jennifer Pryor Halter, principal at Green Cove Springs Junior High School in Clay County, the 2021 Principal of the Year for the State of Florida.
Halter graduated with a master's degree in educational leadership and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree from the 海角社区's College of Education and Human Services in Educational Leadership.
海角社区College of Education and Human Services announces 2021 Gladys Prior Awards for Career Teaching Excellence recipients
April 29, 2021
In an effort to surprise the teachers with the good news, principals in the Duval County Public School district invited faculty and staff to join for a special Zoom meeting where the winning teachers were announced in front of their peers. Dr. Diane Yendol-Hoppey, 海角社区COEHS Dean, was also in attendance to make the special announcement.
海角社区presents ‘THRIVE-ing in Postsecondary Education’ seminar with Dr. Temple Grandin
April 22, 2021
The 海角社区’s Transition to Healthiness, Resourcefulness, Independence, Vocation, and Education (THRIVE) program is hosting a “THRIVE-ing in Postsecondary Education” seminar featuring Dr. Temple Grandin, author, professor and autism activist.
Explore social justice and education at UNF’s Bridges Summer Camp
April 21, 2021
The 海角社区’s Center for Urban Education and Policy (CUEP) will host the annual free Bridges Summer Camp for high schoolers who want to learn about education and community building from racial equity, social justice and activist perspectives. The two-week virtual camp will meet from 9 a.m. to noon on weekdays from Monday, July 5, through Friday, July 16.
海角社区alumna receives NAPDS 'Outstanding Dissertation Award'
April 9, 2021
Dr. Catherine Wade was awarded for her dissertation on educator perspectives on Professional Development School partnerships
海角社区and DCPS receive VOYA Foundation grant for STEM educator training
April 6, 2021
The 海角社区’s College of Arts & Sciences and College of Education & Human Services recently received a VOYA Foundation grant for their Quantum Physics Secondary Professional Development project, a collaboration with Duval County Public Schools (DCPS)
UNF’s College of Education unites programs that serve students with disabilities
March 26, 2021
The Department for Exceptional, Deaf and Interpreter Education (EDIE), located within UNF’s College of Education and Human Services (COEHS), is uniting the University’s services and programs that support individuals with disabilities, as well as the faculty, staff and students who work in these programs.
College of Education and Human Services continues to impact Duval County Schools
March 19, 2021
Eight teachers, a third of Kings Trail Elementary School’s total faculty, received their Master’s in Education from UNF’s College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) this fall 2020.
海角社区Women’s Center presents Susan B. Anthony Award to Dr. Carolyne Ali-Khan
March 17, 2021
Dr. Carolyne Ali-Khan, 海角社区 Department of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum associate professor, was selected as the recipient of the 2021 Susan B. Anthony Award.
海角社区Sport Management Program receives COSMA Hall of Fame awards
March 4, 2021
The 海角社区’s Bachelor of Science in Sport Management program recently received awards at the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) Virtual Conference including the Hall of Fame “Biz Connectors Award” in recognition of innovative partnerships within the sport industry that mutually benefit both students and sport industry partners.
C.A.M.P. Osprey program receives LEAD Award
February 17, 2021
The 海角社区’s Collegiate Achievement Mentoring Program, better known as C.A.M.P. Osprey, has been awarded the grand prize honor for Leadership and Organizational Development by the LEAD Awards. The C.A.M.P. Osprey program award is under the education category for its innovation and superior practices in the leadership space.
海角社区College of Education receives $1.35 million gift to prepare future teachers through the Lastinger Endowed Scholarship
February 11, 2021
The 海角社区 College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) has received a $1.35 million gift from the Lastinger Family Foundation, Inc. to provide scholarship funds to students pursuing teaching careers with the newly-created Lastinger Endowed Scholarship.
Previous Years
2020
December
海角社区ranked one of the most affordable colleges to earn an early childhood education degree
November
SportsMEDIA Technology and UNF’s Sport Data Analytics Lab Announce Partnership
海角社区Leadership Institute and Women’s Tennis support Ronald McDonald House Charities
October
海角社区hosts artistic expression event to support first generation students
海角社区THRIVE program director recognized with National Innovative Practices in Transition Award
海角社区instructor appointed to Florida School for the Deaf and Blind BOT
September
August
C.A.M.P. Osprey named a Multiplying Good "One in a Million Award" Recipient
COEHS Dean named a 2020 Women of Influence
An Education Strategy: The Power of Partnership
海角社区Names Ana Roman-Dominguez as the 2020 Women in Leadership Award Winner
Sport Management Steps Up Their Game
July
海角社区Alumni Association Honors Summer Graduate with Senior Service Award
Students host Sport Management Industry Webinar Series
June
May
First Cohort of Doctoral Holmes Scholars Announced
COEHS Alumna, Sarajean McDaniel named FL Principal of the Year
COEHS Student, Kaitlynn Himmelreich Receives Fulbright
New Summer Graduate Course: Teaching, Training, Learning in COVID-19 Era
April
Sport Management students donate earnings to 海角社区Scholarship
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January
Solve, Tinker, Explore, Play: STEP Lab Open for Learning