A study including Penn State College of Education associate dean for research P. Karen Murphy found that a discussion approach improves language arts comprehension for 4th and 5th graders. www.psu.edu/news/educati...

🌟 Faculty Spotlight 🌟 Meet Elisa Hopkins, Teaching Professor in the College of Education, who brings children’s literature and social justice to life through online learning. 💙 🔗 psu.edu/news/academics/story/penn-states-online-faculty-spotlights-holly-overton-and-elisa-hopkins

Exciting updates from the Penn State College of Education! 🎓 From award-winning research to big conference moments, our community is making an impact. Check out the latest highlights: www.psu.edu/news/educati... #WeAre #PennState #Education

A study led by Asst. Prof. Brandy Henry explores a peer-led housing model for men reentering society—focusing on community, health, and belonging over surveillance. Rethinking what success after incarceration. www.ed.psu.edu/news/penn-st... #PennState #Reentry #SocialImpact #Education

From Object to Subject: The identities and experiences of Black women preservice teachers (BWPSTs) are often absent in teacher education literature. In this review, Dr. Mariah Deans Harmon provides recommendations on how teacher education scholars can center BWPSTs. ➡️ bit.ly/3WNXu2A

New article examining enrollment in two-way dual language immersion programs in LAUSD. These programs are often located near students who benefit most from DLI. But (in article freely available through end of next month)... (1/2) authors.elsevier.com/c/1lvks,17Ro...

Congrats to our own Roy B. Clariana, William J. Rothwell, and Roger L. Geiger on their induction into the Penn State Emeritus Academy! Their lasting impact through teaching, research, and service continues to inspire. 💙 #PennState #PSUCollegeOfEd #FacultyExcellence www.psu.edu/news/faculty...

Meet Maeve - an Elementary and Early Childhood Education major at the #PennState College of Education. If you want to make an impact teaching in students like Maeve: ed.psu.edu/academics/de...

New research from Penn State finds early childhood classrooms across the U.S. remain highly segregated—over 25% are 90%+ one race or ethnicity. These patterns shape opportunity from the start and call for equity-driven policy change. bit.ly/4hbLbH1 #PennStateEducation #RacialEquity #EarlyLearning

Kim Powell, professor of art education and Asian studies, calls her research project “StoryWalks.” Weaving through complex histories and personal pasts, Powell was introduced to a community of people who share stories as they walk: ed.psu.edu/news/learnin...

The College of Education enters a new chapter of leadership as Gwendolyn Lloyd is named interim dean. We look forward to continued collaboration and progress in advancing our mission of innovation, equity, and impact. #PennState #EducationLeadership www.psu.edu/news/adminis...

As a 13-year-old, Professor Kimberly Powell managed to have a conversation with then-President Jimmy Carter. Powell spoke to Carter as part of the live radio show “Ask the President” on National Public Radio. ed.psu.edu/news/learnin...

Members of the College of Education Alumni Society Board met this week to discuss ways to strengthen alumni engagement, joined by Dean Kimberly Lawless. #WeAre #changED

Leadership transition: Dean Kimberly Lawless will step down Oct. 15 and return to the faculty to lead work on AI in education. Full story: www.psu.edu/news/adminis...

Congrats to Prof. Gilberto Q. Conchas! 🎉 His book Repertoires of Racial Resistance has won the 2025 AESA Critics’ Choice Book Award, honoring its vision of educational justice and the brilliance of BIPOC youth. 📚✨ #PennStateEducation

We're addicted to giving future teachers hands-on teaching experience in our Maker Spaces at the Penn State College of Education. The Krause Pedagogical Innovation Laboratory is a Makerspace developed for students to design, create, and develop materials for interactive learning.

Just preparing the next generation of teachers at the Penn State College of Education. #WeAre #changED

A new book co-edited by Penn State’s Gilberto Conchas & Victor DeAlba highlights how “husks of support” from families, schools & communities help Latina/o/x students thrive. 🌽 Read more: www.psu.edu/news/educati...

From global immersion in Ecuador to AI in classrooms and research on equity, Penn State’s College of Education is driving innovation and impact. Explore the latest updates 👉 www.psu.edu/news/educati...

Congrats to Assistant Professor Dylan Paré on being named to the 2025–26 Teaching & Learning Technologies Faculty Advisory Committee. Their expertise will help shape how innovative tools support teaching and learning across Penn State. www.psu.edu/news/univers... #EdTech #PennState

Big cheers to our newly hired, promoted & tenured faculty! 🥂✨ We celebrated at RE Farm Café and couldn’t be prouder of this amazing crew. 💙 #WeAre #FacultyExcellence

Congrats to Asst. Prof. Kari Sherwood, named one of six new co-funded faculty with Penn State’s Social Science Research Institute! Her work advances equity in teaching & learning across disciplines. 🎓 #PennState www.psu.edu/news/social-...

#PennState College of Education Dean Kimberly Lawless shares insights on how #AI is rapidly reshaping education — and why educators must stay flexible and open to change. Full first episode of the Education Matters podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMY1...

Six new faculty members have joined SSRI! Please welcome Miranda Galvin, Riley Tucker, Janette Watkins, Kari Sherwood, Kathryn Spearman & Elizabeth Skowron. @psuedu.bsky.social Read more about them here ➡️

Penn State is hosting The Fair Summit: Futures of AI in Rural Education Sept. 24. Policymakers, educators & tech leaders will explore how AI can support equity & innovation in rural schools. Learn more: www.psu.edu/news/educati...

The #PennState College of Education presents the first episode of the Education Matters Podcast featuring Dean Kimberly Lawless. You can find the full episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMY1... #WeAre #changED

🎙️ Sept. 23: Penn State’s Virtual Speaker Series spotlights @wilsonokello.bsky.social, scholar + director of the Black Study in Education Lab, on Black art, resilience & humanity. Free + open to all! #PennState #Education www.psu.edu/news/alumni-...

SSRI's Evidence-to-Impact's podcast is back & exploring the opioid crisis as it relates to recovery and de-stigmatization. Listen now ➡️

Penn State research highlights #BlackMothers’ strength in navigating #Disability systems—showing resilience, advocacy & wisdom that challenge stereotypes and drive change. 💙 #InclusiveEd ed.psu.edu/news/scholar...

Pennsylvania faces a worsening teacher shortage: certifications down 67% in a decade, thousands leaving the field each year. Professor Ed Fuller explains what’s driving it—and why it matters. bit.ly/4nrVYPd #TeacherShortage #Education

Congrats to Penn State College of Education’s May Lee on her 2025 Faculty Engagement Award! She’s exploring Microsoft Copilot 365 & generative AI to create smarter, more student-centered teaching. 🚀 #AIinEducation #EdTech #PennState www.psu.edu/news/univers...

My recent story for Penn State News on amplifying student voices in schools was republished by MSN. Glad to see this important research reaching a wider audience. www.msn.com/en-us/money/...

Penn State alum Zac Bauermaster is creating a school where every student has a trusted adult. From “Fist Bump Fridays” to personal connections, he’s building a community full of trust, empathy, and pride. 🌟 #WeAre #PennStateAlumni people.com/viral-princi...

From multilingual classrooms to early childhood research, the College of Education is making waves—on campus and globally. Check out the latest on faculty and student achievements: www.psu.edu/news/educati... #PennState #Education #EdResearch #StudentSuccess #Innovation

School districts: grassroots democracy or inequality machines? #PennState scholar David Gamson reminds us local control can empower—but also segregate + starve kids of resources. #PublicEducation #Equity ed.psu.edu/news/school-...

Asst. Prof. Brandy Henry is advancing OUD care at #PennState through the Cascade of Care framework—highlighting treatment gaps & solutions to improve outcomes for those affected. #OpioidUseDisorder #CascadeOfCare #PennStateEducation ed.psu.edu/news/penn-st...

Congrats to Penn State alum Matt Miller, named PA’s 2025 National Distinguished Principal! His leadership and dedication to student success set a high bar for educational excellence. #PennStateEducation #SchoolLeadership #StudentSuccess www.psu.edu/news/educati...

Thrilled my latest piece landed on Phys.org—turning research on student voices into stories that actually resonate. Always up for connecting with folks rethinking equity + engagement in schools. phys.org/news/2025-08...ml

Research led by Professor Dana Mitra shows that amplifying student voices takes mindsets, heartsets, & skillsets. Students thrive when schools see them as partners in shaping their education. 🔗 bit.ly/47CymCv #StudentVoice #EducationResearch #InclusiveEducation #EdEquity #PennStateEducation

Penn State Professor of Science Education Scott McDonald is interested in how students learn and teach science. His research revolves around science teacher education in some specific areas of study like geoscience. #PennState #STEM #scienceeducation

Nearly 9,000 Pennsylvania teachers left the classroom in 2024—about 7% of the workforce. Professor Ed Fuller highlights key challenges: low pay, rising college costs, & emergency certifications. #TeacherRetention #EducationPolicy #PennStateEducation www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/n...

Students pursuing an online doctorate (D.Ed.) through the #PennState College of Education made the trip to the University Park campus as part of the annual Summer Summit: www.psu.edu/news/educati... #WeAre #changED #adultlearning

Hollie Anderson Kulago is an associate professor at the #PennState College of Education. Anderson Kulago is Diné (Navajo), originally from the Navajo Nation in Arizona. Her research is rooted in concepts like decolonization, and critical #indigenous curriculum and pedagogy. #WeAre #changED

Prof. James Herbert retires after 39 years at the College of Education, leaving a legacy of deep listening, mentorship, and transformative impact in rehab counseling. 🔗 psu.edu/news/education/story/legacy-listening-education-professor-retires-after-39-years-service #FacultyImpact #PennState

ICYMI: The #PennState College of Education's Office of Education & Social Equity just finished SCOPE 2025! 11th graders from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds spend 4 weeks on campus getting an immersive college experience. #WeAre #changED www.psu.edu/news/educati...

Big things are happening in the College of Education! From national awards to impactful research on AI, sustainability, and equity, our faculty and grad students are shaping the future of learning. 🧠📚✨ #PennState #EducationMatters #WeAre www.psu.edu/news/educati...

On July 3, in Shanghai, Professor Esther Prins helped launch a new UNESCO book highlighting global, inclusive approaches to family + intergenerational learning—moving beyond English-speaking countries to spotlight diverse voices in education. #LifelongLearning #PennState #UNESCO

Frank Andrews ('67g) spent 50+ years transforming education in West Virginia. This year, we honored him with the Alumni Excellence Award for a legacy rooted in equity, inclusion & systemic change. 👏 #PennStateEducation #Changemaker #AlumniExcellence ed.psu.edu/news/vision-...

📚☀️ Looking for your next great read? #PennState College of Education faculty & staff share the books they’re loving this summer—from memoirs to social justice must-reads. What’s on your list? 📖🎥 #SummerReads #EdLife ed.psu.edu/news/college...