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Diversity, equity, inclusion and justice are central components of the College of Education mission—it is not only what we say, but who we are and what we do. The events of 2020 and early 2021 reignited these commitments, and the college focused on new programs and initiatives that reflect these realities. A NEW LEADER Terah… Read More »
Professor Michael Sedlak, a historian of education and steady leader of the College of Education, retired from Michigan State University after 38 years on the faculty in fall 2020. Sedlak has overseen all matters of academic affairs as associate dean since 1994, making countless contributions to the quality—and reputation—of the college’s degree programs. His… Read More »
For many teachers, it appears, working in charter schools has become a “try before you buy” system for deciding whether to become certified. This is according to recent analysis by Michigan State University Professor Scott Imberman and colleagues. “We investigated whether charter schools are able to use their more flexible employment regulations to hold onto… Read More »
Research examining how racial stereotypes and motivation impact physical performance could improve the way we look at teamwork. “As a man of color, I was interested in how racial differences and perceived stereotypes could affect an individual’s performance within a team context,” said Tayo Moss, Ph.D. ’18 (Kinesiology), principal investigator. “You hear perceived stereotypes about… Read More »
Former Assistant Professor of Teacher Education HAZEL M. ANTHONY died on Oct. 31, 2019. She spent her career in education, focusing on home economics, and the education of home economics teachers and administration. She served as faculty at MSU from 1957-61, later retiring in 1986 as dean of the College of Home Economics at the… Read More »
Eric L. Sturdy Jr. joined the Michigan State University College of Education as senior director of development in the fall of 2020. Eric brings over 20 years of experience serving not-for-profit organizations, health care and higher education. “Eric’s demonstrated success in cultivating philanthropic relationships and program management will be an asset as he works to… Read More »
MSU faculty launched an online survey in April 2020 to find out how COVID-19 was impacting people’s lives, especially those with disabilities. With responses from more than 2,000 people across 20 countries, individuals with disabilities reported experiencing more negative consequences, such as high stress and trouble keeping or finding jobs. The survey also showed how… Read More »
By Leslie D. Gonzales When people ask me what I do and I tell them I am a professor, the next questions are always, “Oh, what do you teach? What do you study?” When I share with them that I study the experiences and outcomes of college and university professors, most are puzzled and want… Read More »
Love of Family, Teaching Inspires Gift By Lauren Knapp When Anne and Steve Hiller, sibling Spartan graduates, were considering a way to honor their mother, supporting teachers came first to mind. Their mother—Phyllis Golus Hiller (1929-2020)—was a teacher for 26 years. A first-generation college graduate, Phyllis was hired as a kindergarten teacher at Elmwood Elementary… Read More »
YVETTE MCELROY ANDERSON was named among the 2020 honorees for Michigan Chronicle’s Women of Excellence award. The recognition celebrates African American women who inspire the community through leadership, achievement and participation in various acts of service. Anderson, M.A. ’03 (Educational Technology), is the district director of government affairs at Wayne County Community College District. She… Read More »
