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Legacy of Dr. Katzenmeyer

Dean for 17 years, Dr. William Katzenmeyer will be remembered for his extraordinary impact in the College of Education. This impact will be carried on by his family, who developed an endowed scholarship fund designed to aid first-generation college students.

March 13, 2024College of Education News

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USF student receives highest non-combat award from U.S. Marine Corps

One year ago, U.S. Marine Sgt. Amed Issa was kneeling outside of a packed restaurant in Waikiki, Hawaii, applying lifesaving aid to a shooting victim’s 23 fresh gunshot wounds. Issa has been awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal – the highest noncombat decoration awarded for heroism by the U.S. Department of the Navy to members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

March 5, 2024College of Education News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

The University of South Florida College of Education Pledges to Prepare Future Educators with the Tech Skills to Thrive in Digital Learning Environments

The USF College of Education today announced it has signed the EPPs for Digital Equity and Transformation Pledge, committing to prepare educators with the skills to successfully use technology for learning in face-to-face, hybrid, and online classrooms.

November 14, 2023College of Education News

U.S. News & World Report 2023 Best Graduate Schools ranking

USF College of Education graduate school rises to No. 43 in U.S. News & World Report 2023 Best Graduate Schools rankings

The USF College of Education now ranks No. 43 in 2023 compared to No. 49 last year (2022) among graduate schools in public universities. The overall ranking of the college’s graduate schools among public and private universities is now No. 54 in 2023 compared to No. 62 last year (2022).

April 26, 2023College of Education News

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College of Education welcomes David Scanga as new Director of the Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching

The USF College of Education welcomes David Scanga, Ed.D. as the new director of the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching. 

April 24, 2023Centers and Institutes, College of Education News, Faculty and Staff

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Nomination Deadline has been Extended for College of Education Distinguished Alumni Awards

Nominations are now open for the USF College of Education's 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards program. Alumni, staff, faculty, students and friends of the university are welcome to nominate College of Education graduates from across all three USF campuses for these prestigious awards.

March 6, 2023Alumni and Friends, College of Education News

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Student Spotlight: Haley Terrell

Haley Terrell is a USF College of Education senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She will graduate in the Spring of 2023.

February 28, 2023College of Education News

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Honoring Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman, the former Director of SCATT

Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman was known for her passion, excitement and love of teaching. On Tuesday, Jan. 17 at the age of 75, Dr. Swarzman passed away, but she will always be remembered for her amazing spirit.

January 20, 2023Alumni and Friends, College of Education News, Faculty and Staff

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USF to launch new graduate certificate in ‘Big Data & Learning Analytics’ this fall

Starting this fall, the USF College of Education will offer a new graduate certificate in Big Data and Learning Analytics. The graduate certificate will help students discover how to leverage data to promote student success.

July 12, 2022Academics, College of Education News

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College of Education welcomes Luis R. Visot as new Assistant Dean of Administration and Innovation

The College of Education welcomes Luis R. Visot as the college’s new assistant dean of administration and innovation. In this newly created role, Visot will manage internal administrative activities and external innovation projects on behalf of the Dean. He will also provide leadership, oversight and guidance for new initiatives and projects of high importance and engage faculty and staff in identifying opportunities to implement effective improvements and responses.

July 1, 2022College of Education News, Faculty and Staff

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USF to launch new graduate certificate in ‘Game Design for Learning’ this fall

Starting this fall, the USF College of Education will offer a new graduate certificate in game design for learning. The graduate certificate will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate educational games and integrate them into curricula.

June 2, 2022Academics, College of Education News

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USF College of Education welcomes Peter Trakas as new director of Gus A. Stavros Center

The USF College of Education welcomes Peter Trakas, EdD, as the new director of the Gus A. Stavros Center for Free Enterprise and Economic Education. In this role, Trakas will lead the Stavros Center in its mission of advancing the effective teaching and integration of economic education, free enterprise and financial literacy into K-20 curricula.

May 27, 2022Centers and Institutes, College of Education News, Faculty and Staff

About the USF College of Education:

As the home for more than 2,200 students and 130 faculty members across three campuses, the University of South Florida College of Education offers state-of-the-art teacher training and collegial graduate studies designed to empower educational leaders. Our college is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), and our educator preparation programs are fully approved by the Florida Department of Education.