https://www.usf.edu/education/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 10 Aug 2026 06:47:24 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/usf-physical-education-faculty-recognized-at-2026-aiesep.aspxUSF faculty strengthened the university’s global reputation in physical education through award-winning scholarship, international collaboration and research presentations in Taipei, Taiwan.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:14:38 USF Physical Education faculty recognized at 2026 AIESEP World CongressUSF faculty strengthened the university’s global reputation in physical education through award-winning scholarship, international collaboration and research presentations in Taipei, Taiwan.Faculty at baseball game in Taiwanhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/usf-physical-education-faculty-recognized-at-2026-aiesep.aspxFaculty Honors,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspxNAI’s Senior Member recognition program recognizes active faculty, scientists and administrators at NAI member institutions who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that have brought, or aspire to bring, real impact on the welfare of society and economic progress.External ArticleThu, 26 Feb 2026 20:58:27 National Academy of Inventors names six USF faculty to its 2026 class of senior membersNAI’s Senior Member recognition program recognizes active faculty, scientists and administrators at NAI member institutions who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that have brought, or aspire to bring, real impact on the welfare of society and economic progress.Headshots of all six new members including Sanghoonhttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honorshttps://www.usf.edu/world/news/2026/top-producer-fulbright-scholars.aspxUSF is the only public university in Florida to be recognized as a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars this year. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s premier international academic exchange program, providing faculty the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research abroad.External ArticleWed, 04 Feb 2026 07:48:07 USF earns national distinction as a leading producer of Fulbright ScholarsUSF is the only public university in Florida to be recognized as a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars this year. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s premier international academic exchange program, providing faculty the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research abroad.Fulbright Program Established 1946https://www.usf.edu/world/news/2026/top-producer-fulbright-scholars.aspxAcademics,Faculty Honorshttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/teacherserver-surpasses-five-million-users-and-redefines-ai-for-educators.aspxThe platform’s rapid growth signals explosive demand for safe, practical AI tools in education. Explore how USF’s College of Education is shaping the future of teaching and research with this innovative platform.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:00:00 TeacherServer surpasses five million users and redefines AI for educatorsThe platform’s rapid growth signals explosive demand for safe, practical AI tools in education. Explore how USF’s College of Education is shaping the future of teaching and research with this innovative platform.hands hovering over keyboard with graphics of teachinghttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/teacherserver-surpasses-five-million-users-and-redefines-ai-for-educators.aspxFaculty Honors,ResearchCassidy Delamarterhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/usf-faculty-member-appointed-to-nasp-gec-kahlila-lawrence.aspxKahlila Lawrence, an associate professor of instruction in the USF College of Education, has been appointed as one of eight members of a national committee dedicated to advancing graduate-level education in school psychology.Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:24:01 USF faculty member appointed to the NASP Graduate Education CommitteeKahlila Lawrence, an associate professor of instruction in the USF College of Education, has been appointed as one of eight members of a national committee dedicated to advancing graduate-level education in school psychology.Kahlila Lawrencehttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/usf-faculty-member-appointed-to-nasp-gec-kahlila-lawrence.aspxFaculty HonorsSchool Psychologyhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/dart-von-der-embse-top-ten-most-productive-school-psychology-researchers.aspxEvan Dart, an associate professor and program coordinator of the School Psychology program, and Nathaniel von der Embse, a professor of school psychology, have achieved this prestigious recognition based on their prolific research output.Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:53:47 Two USF faculty rank in the top ten most productive school psychology researchers internationallyEvan Dart, an associate professor and program coordinator of the School Psychology program, and Nathaniel von der Embse, a professor of school psychology, have achieved this prestigious recognition based on their prolific research output.Evan Dart (left) and Nathaniel von der Embse (right)https://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/dart-von-der-embse-top-ten-most-productive-school-psychology-researchers.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honors,ResearchSchool Psychologyhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/bersons-ate-2025-outstanding-article.aspxThey are receiving the award for their article, "Cultivating Wonder: A Design-Based Approach to Elevating Social Studies in the Early Years," supported by a Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources grant.Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:14:40 Association of Teacher Educators 2025 Taylor & Francis Outstanding Article Award to be presented to Ilene R. Berson and Michael J. BersonThey are receiving the award for their article, "Cultivating Wonder: A Design-Based Approach to Elevating Social Studies in the Early Years," supported by a Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources grant.Michael Berson and Ilene Bersonhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/bersons-ate-2025-outstanding-article.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honorshttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/ilene-and-michael-berson-national-advisory-board-library-of-congress-tps.aspxIlene Berson and Michael Berson have been appointed to the Library of Congress's Teaching with Primary Sources Program Advisory Board, bringing their early childhood and elementary education expertise to this prestigious role.Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:14:44 Two USF professors appointed to National Advisory Board for Library of Congress programIlene Berson and Michael Berson have been appointed to the Library of Congress's Teaching with Primary Sources Program Advisory Board, bringing their early childhood and elementary education expertise to this prestigious role.Ilene Berson and Michael Berson.https://www.usf.edu/education/news/2025/ilene-and-michael-berson-national-advisory-board-library-of-congress-tps.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honorshttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/patriann-smith-lra-2024.aspxSmith will take on many leadership positions with this role, from serving as LRA conference chair and co-chair to acting as the organization's chief executive officer.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:15:20 Patriann Smith elected as vice president of the Literacy Research AssociationSmith will take on many leadership positions with this role, from serving as LRA conference chair and co-chair to acting as the organization's chief executive officer.Headshot photo of Patriann Smith.https://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/patriann-smith-lra-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty HonorsLiteracy Studieshttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/stacy-ann-codirector-iscp.aspxHer leadership and dedication were evident in her previous role as associate director, where she has been pivotal in developing the ISCP's school-community partnerships focus area, which aims to develop and enhance community schools throughout the Tampa Bay region.Tyler EnnisFri, 22 Nov 2024 00:57:20 Stacy-Ann January announced as co-director of the Institute for School Community PartnershipsHer leadership and dedication were evident in her previous role as associate director, where she has been pivotal in developing the ISCP's school-community partnerships focus area, which aims to develop and enhance community schools throughout the Tampa Bay region.Stacy-Ann January: University of South Florida College of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/stacy-ann-codirector-iscp.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honorshttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/sophia-han-book-award-2024.aspxHan was honored for her book at the Awards Banquet during the 2024 Annual NAME International Conference in Anaheim, CA, on November 16.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:35:38 Sophia Han receives 2024 Phillip C. Chinn Multicultural Book AwardHan was honored for her book at the Awards Banquet during the 2024 Annual NAME International Conference in Anaheim, CA, on November 16.Sophia Han with her coauthors and NAME officials at the 2024 Annual NAME International Conference.https://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/sophia-han-book-award-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honorshttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/guo-ncte-2024.aspxThis prestigious award not only recognizes her scholarly excellence but also provides a unique learning opportunity. As a part of this incredible honor, Wenyu will work with experienced NCTE mentors and build a valuable nationwide professional learning network.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:57:12 Dr. Wenyu Guo Selected as an Awardee by the NCTE Early Career Educator of Color Leadership ProgramThis prestigious award not only recognizes her scholarly excellence but also provides a unique learning opportunity. As a part of this incredible honor, Wenyu will work with experienced NCTE mentors and build a valuable nationwide professional learning network.Dr. Wenyu Guo at an NCTE meeting.https://www.usf.edu/education/news/2024/guo-ncte-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty Honors