Executive Director of Institute on Disabilities Receives AAIDD Service to the Field Award

by Susan Fullam
January 28
Celia S. Feinstein, executive director of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University's College of Education, has received the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities' (AAIDD) 2020 Service to the Field Award.The AAIDD was established in 1876 and is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professionals and others concerned about intellectual and developmental disabilities. With membership over 5,000 in the United States and in 55 countries worldwide, AAIDD is the leader in advocating quality of life and rights for those with...

National Mentoring Month Conversation with Donovan Forrest EDU ’20

by Heather Goodman
January 22
January is National Mentoring Month. In honor of this special occasion, we sat down with Donovan Forrest EDU '20, College of Education student and founder of the mentorship non-profit DonCARES of Philadelphia, Inc. Founded in 2015, DonCARES is dedicated to helping students in North Philadelphia achieve their dreams through education, mentorship and service. To listen to the audio from our conversation, press the play button below. The transcript of the conversation can be found below the audio recording.   Conversation Transcript[Music plays - "The Strip" by Mela]Heather...

Two College of Education Faculty Ranked Among Most Influential Education Scholars

by Courtney Douglas
January 09
In recognition of university-based scholars in the United States who are doing the most to shape educational practice and policy, Rick Hess of EducationWeek released the 2020 RHSU Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings on January 8. In the 2020 ranking, two College of Education and Human Development faculty members were recognized in the top 25 of most influential scholars. Sara Goldrick-Rab, professor of higher education policy and sociology, was ranked ninth. Marc Lamont Hill, Steve Charles Chair in Media, Cities, and Solutions and professor of urban education, was ranked #24...

The College of Education's 2019 In Review

by Courtney Douglas
December 20
As we enter a new decade and begin the next century for the College of Education and Human Development, it's an opportune time to reflect on the accomplishments and happenings from the past year. Below is a selection of highlights from 2019. The College of Education and Human Development Celebrates its 100th AnniversaryFor 100 years, the College of Education and Human Development at Temple University has been known for its excellence and leadership in its efforts to improve teaching and learning, particularly within the context of urban education. Throughout this time, the...

College of Education Partners on Initiative to Diversify PA's Educator Workforce

by Heather Goodman
December 13
In November, Temple University joined the Pennsylvania Department of Education and several local colleges and universities as partners of a new program titled Aspiring to Educate (A2E). The program aims to cultivate and diversify Pennsylvania's educator pool by identifying potential recruits as early as freshman year in high school and offering financial assistance to pursue post-secondary degrees in education. "This initiative is critically important and addresses a significant and longstanding shortage of teachers of color in the educator workforce," said Gregory M. Anderson...

Foundation grant funds expansion of Temple’s Urban Youth Leadership Academy

by Morgan Zalot
December 10
A cohort of girls from two North Philadelphia middle schools is now participating in the College of Education and Human Development's Urban Youth Leadership Academy (UYLA), thanks to a $30,000 grant from the Lasko Family Foundation that helped the program expand this academic year.UYLA, which piloted with six eighth-grade boys from the Duckrey and Dunbar middle schools adjacent to Temple's Main Campus in the 2016-2017 academic year, is a mentorship program aimed at setting middle-schoolers on the path toward academic success in high school and beyond. The program was operating...

Irene Eizen Honored at Temple University's Gallery of Success

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
November 22
Irene Eizen, an alumna of Temple College of Education and Human Development was honored at Temple University's Gallery of Success during Homecoming Weekend. Temple University's Gallery of Success celebrates outstanding professional achievement, inspiring students to their future and bringing honor to the institution. A graduate from each of Temple's 17 schools and colleges were honored at the awards ceremony and reception.Eizen, BS, '70, MED, '72, EDD, '95, is a three-time Owl, earning her bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees all from the College of Education and Human...

Veteran Joins the Temple Teacher Residency Program After 22-Year Military Career

by Heather Goodman
November 08
After serving in the U.S. Army for 22 years, Derek Koon EDU' 20 is now on the path to becoming a certified educator as a resident in the Temple Teacher Residency (TTR) program at the College of Education and Human Development. Koon is part of the Troops to Teachers program, which helps veterans transition into teaching careers. Temple University and Troops to Teachers have a partnership in order to recruit more veterans into teaching. Prior to attending the College of Education and Human Development, Koon had an extensive military career, enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1982 and...

Faculty Spotlight: Annemarie Hindman

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
October 30
Faculty Spotlight: Annemarie Hindman Annemarie Hindman, associate professor of educational psychology and early childhood education continues to make a difference in early childhood education by partnering and collaborating with fellow educators in the College of Education and Human Development.A native of Frederick, Maryland, Hindman earned a bachelor's degree in history from Yale University, as well as a master's degree in developmental psychology and a doctorate in education and psychology from the University of Michigan. In her twelve years at the College of Education and...

National Transfer Student Week Spotlight: David Light

by Heather Goodman
October 23
This week, Temple University and the College of Education and Human Development are celebrating National Transfer Student Week. To honor this special week, we interviewed secondary education major David Light, who recently transferred to Temple University from Montgomery County Community College.What was it like applying to transfer to Temple?I remember the application process being super quick and easy. It was also exciting to be taking a step forward in my future!What were you looking for when you transferred to Temple?Coming to Temple, I was looking for an environment that...

World Math Day Interview with Jason Hickman EDU '20

by Heather Goodman
October 14
Today, the College of Education and Human Development celebrates World Math Day. In honor of this special occasion, we sat down with future math educator, Jason Hickman EDU '20, to ask him about his passion for math education. Hickman is currently pursuing his MEd in Secondary Education with a concentration in mathematics and plans to graduate in May 2020.What is your first memory of math?It sounds silly, but when I was in daycare learning numbers, we were asked to count as high as we could. Of course, three or four of us decided we were going to be the ones to count the...

Irene Eizen to be Honored at Temple University's Gallery of Success

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
October 07
 Irene Eizen, an alumna of Temple College of Education and Human Development will be honored at Temple University's Gallery of Success on Thursday, October 10, 2019, 4:30 p.m. in Mitten Hall. Temple University's Gallery of Success celebrates outstanding professional achievement, inspiring students to their future and bringing honor to the institution. A graduate from each of Temple's 17 schools and colleges will be honored at the awards ceremony and reception.Eizen, BS, '70, MED, '72, EDD, '95, is a three-time Owl, earning her bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees all from...

The College of Education Welcomes New Faculty

by Heather Goodman
September 11
The College of Education and Human Development proudly welcomes eleven faculty members for the 2019-2020 academic year. With research interests ranging from improving technology use in the classroom to the intersection of institutional effectiveness and student success, these faculty members are poised to make an impact in the College of Education and Human Development and across Temple University. Get to know them by reading their biographies below.Crystal Austin, PhDAssistant Professor of Instruction, Counseling PsychologyDr. Austin received her PhD in counseling psychology...

Middle School Students Chart Their Future Careers With Help of the Intergenerational Center

by Courtney Poprik
August 06
As part of Temple University's commitment to serve the local community, the Intergenerational Center (IGC), a long-standing center within the College of Education and Human Development, continues its efforts to expand programming and increase the impact on the local community and Temple student body alike. The Intergenerational Center, part of the Temple University College of Education and Human Development, works to strengthen communities by bringing generations together to meet the needs of individuals and families throughout the life cycle. This summer, through the generous...

Temple’s Applied Behavior Analysis Program Featured by Online Publishing Group

by Heather Goodman
July 24
Recently, Amanda Guld Fisher, associate professor of applied behavior analysis, discussed the College of Education and Human Development's Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs with AppliedBehaviorAnalysisEdu.org. Fisher highlighted the unique and rewarding experiences students studying ABA receive at the College of Education and Human Development. The College of Education and Human Development currently offers several programs in applied behavior analysis including a master's of science in education, undergraduate and graduate certificates, and an undergraduate...

Professor Sara Goldrick-Rab joins college accessibility start-up, Edquity

by Heather Goodman
June 25
On June 25, professor of higher education policy and sociology, Sara Goldrick-Rab announced that she will be joining college accessibility start-up, Edquity, as its Chief Strategy Officer for Emergency Aid.The app, created by David Helene, provides resources for underserved students, offering money-management tools, contact information for social service agencies and information on available emergency aid from local and national groups. Read more about Goldrick-Rab's involvement with Edquity. 

Student Success Stories: Masaki Bolte

by Heather Goodman
June 18
Easton, Pennsylvania native, Masaki Bolte EDU '19 is a natural born educator. From being Drum Captain in high school to being a Peer Advisor at the Shimada Resource Center at Temple's College of Education and Human Development, Bolte consistently took up every opportunity that would have an impact on others.Now, Bolte gets to continue his educational endeavors post-grad as a Social Studies teacher at Hill-Freedom World Academy in Philadelphia.Bolte was inspired to go into education after being heavily involved in his high school's music leadership. He credited his high school...

'Good Morning America' honors Charles Reyes EDU' 17 for community work

by Heather Goodman
June 14
On June 13, 2019, Good Morning America (GMA) visited Philadelphia to honor College of Education and Human Development alumnus, Charles Reyes EDU '17 for his dedication to community service and education in North Philadelphia. While working with food charity, Philabundance, community school coordinator at Murrell Dobbins Technical High School, Reyes was surprised and escorted out of the school blindfolded by GMA's T.J. Holmes. From there, they headed to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, where Reyes' family, friends, students, and coworkers awaited his arrival.  Once Reyes took off...

College of Education alumna amongst 2019 Lindback Teacher Award winners

by Heather Goodman
May 28
In May, 60 Philadelphia School District teachers were recognized for their exceptional work, receiving 2019 Lindback Foundation Distinguished Teaching Awards.Each teacher received $3,500 and was honored at a ceremony hosted at the Philadelphia Film Society. Among the award-winning teachers was Jan Cohen, EDU '14, a graduate of the MEd in Secondary Education World Languages. Cohen teaches Spanish at Kensington High School. Read more about the 2019 Lindback Foundation Distinguished Teachers.

Student Success Stories: Juliette Rayser

by Heather Goodman
May 15
Ever since Juliette Rayser EDU '19 was a child, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in education to help people. Rayser will finally get to help people, having accepted a full-time preschool special education teaching position at Magnolia School in New Jersey.Education was always a constant in Rayser's life. Both her mother and aunt were teachers and she even lived across the street from an elementary school. When all of the other children were playing "house", Rayser was playing "teacher". Over time, Rayser would eventually get to live out her teaching dreams.Rayser entered...