/education/blog/Recent posts from Blogen-usThu, 27 Feb 2025 15:14:14 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/education/blog/2022/college-of-education-graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2022.aspxTwo undergraduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps were selected to receive the College of Education's Spring 2022 Graduation with Distinction Award. The Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service, research and scholarship while a ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp at USF.Thu, 05 May 2022 00:00:00 Two ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps receive College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardTwo undergraduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps were selected to receive the College of Education's Spring 2022 Graduation with Distinction Award. The Graduation with Distinction Award is presented to select undergraduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps in the College of Education who stand apart from their peers based on their academic excellence, professional development, community service, research and scholarship while a ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp at USF.College of Education Graduation with Distinction Recipients - Spring 2022/education/blog/2022/college-of-education-graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2022.aspxAcademics,College of Education NewsEarly Childhood Education,English Education,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2022/eileen-hoffman-hafer-umatter-program-receives-ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-success-award.aspxThe College of Education's Eileen Hoffman Hafer UMatter Program was selected to receive the USF Student Success Innovation Award for the 2021-22 academic year.Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Eileen Hoffman Hafer UMatter Program awarded USF Student Success Innovation AwardThe College of Education's Eileen Hoffman Hafer UMatter Program was selected to receive the USF Student Success Innovation Award for the 2021-22 academic year.UMatter group photo at USF's St. Peterburg campus./education/blog/2022/eileen-hoffman-hafer-umatter-program-receives-ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-success-award.aspxCommunity EngagementHonors and Awards,Special Education,St. Petersburg campus,Student Success,UMatter/education/blog/2022/doctoral-ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-receives-national-scholarship-shape-america.aspxCraig Nieman, a doctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp in the USF College of Education, was selected as a recipient of the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, a national award presented by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.Rocky D. BullTue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 USF doctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp awarded national scholarship from Society of Health and Physical EducatorsCraig Nieman, a doctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp in the USF College of Education, was selected as a recipient of the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, a national award presented by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.Craig Nieman headshot/education/blog/2022/doctoral-ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-receives-national-scholarship-shape-america.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Physical Education,Student Success/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-bonnie-skye.aspxAfter overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp in USF's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.Elizabeth EngasserFri, 10 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Bonnie SkyeAfter overcoming obstacles like navigating a learning disability, battling a melanoma diagnosis and unexpectedly moving out of state right before her final teaching internship, Bonnie Skye, a ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp in USF's College of Education, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.Bonnie Skye at USF Tampa/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-bonnie-skye.aspxStudent LifeCommencement,English Education,Field and Clinical Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/meet-librarian-susan-ariew.aspxWe interviewed USF Librarian Susan Ariew to learn more about her role at the university and the resources and support she provides to the College of Education’s ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps.Jessenia RiveraTue, 07 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Meet Your Librarian: Susan AriewWe interviewed USF Librarian Susan Ariew to learn more about her role at the university and the resources and support she provides to the College of Education’s ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps.Susan Ariew headshot/education/blog/2021/meet-librarian-susan-ariew.aspxAcademicsGraduate Studies,Student Success,USF Libraries,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-maude-graham.aspxWhen she was 9-years-old, Maude Graham dreamed of replacing the lined-up teddy bears in her bedroom with her own classroom of ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps. Today, she’s an experienced third-grade reading teacher at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy and was honored as the 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year—a recognition that’s reserved for only one out of 6,800 educators in the county’s school district.Jessenia RiveraWed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Maude GrahamWhen she was 9-years-old, Maude Graham dreamed of replacing the lined-up teddy bears in her bedroom with her own classroom of ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps. Today, she’s an experienced third-grade reading teacher at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy and was honored as the 2021 Polk County Teacher of the Year—a recognition that’s reserved for only one out of 6,800 educators in the county’s school district.Maude Graham/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-maude-graham.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Polk County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-kianna-pintado.aspxHaving witnessed the impact education had at home, Kianna Pintado began her academic journey years later as an elementary education major at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Kianna PintadoHaving witnessed the impact education had at home, Kianna Pintado began her academic journey years later as an elementary education major at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp.Kianna Pintado/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-kianna-pintado.aspxCommunity Engagement,Student LifeElementary Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-laura-meehan.aspxLaura Meehan knew her passion for music and ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps with disabilities would guide her to make a meaningful difference. Driven to learn more about policy, Meehan took on leadership roles within her school and began working toward a PhD in Educational Leadership in USF's College of Education.Jessenia RiveraWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Laura MeehanLaura Meehan knew her passion for music and ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps with disabilities would guide her to make a meaningful difference. Driven to learn more about policy, Meehan took on leadership roles within her school and began working toward a PhD in Educational Leadership in USF's College of Education.Laura Meehan/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-laura-meehan.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-donna-knudsen.aspxA self-proclaimed "later-in-life" graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp, Donna Knudsen didn’t think she could take her academic journey any further—until she discovered USF’s Ed.D. in Educational Program Development.Jessenia RiveraFri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Donna Knudsen, Ed.D.A self-proclaimed "later-in-life" graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp, Donna Knudsen didn’t think she could take her academic journey any further—until she discovered USF’s Ed.D. in Educational Program Development.Donna Knudsen/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-donna-knudsen.aspxAcademics,Student LifeEducational Program Development,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-julia-genkinger.aspxJulia Genkinger always knew she wanted to become a teacher. The USF graduate, who earned her bachelor’s degree in English Education, says she was eager to take on every opportunity she could while a university ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp.Elizabeth EngasserTue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Julia GenkingerJulia Genkinger always knew she wanted to become a teacher. The USF graduate, who earned her bachelor’s degree in English Education, says she was eager to take on every opportunity she could while a university ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp.Julia Genkinger/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-julia-genkinger.aspxAlumni and Friends,Student LifeCommencement,English Education,Graduation with Distinction,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-sara-leikin.aspxDedicated to her role as director of a STEM schools project in Cairo, Egypt, USF graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Sara Leikin had no intention of pursuing a doctoral degree. When she learned about USF’s Doctor of Education in Educational Program Development, she felt confident in her ability to continue her studies from a distance.Jessenia RiveraThu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Sara LeikinDedicated to her role as director of a STEM schools project in Cairo, Egypt, USF graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Sara Leikin had no intention of pursuing a doctoral degree. When she learned about USF’s Doctor of Education in Educational Program Development, she felt confident in her ability to continue her studies from a distance.Sara Leikin/education/blog/2021/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-sara-leikin.aspxStudent LifeEducational Program Development,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-wilfredo-pena.aspxBecoming a school counselor wasn’t something Wilfredo Pena originally set out to do. After earning his bachelor’s degree in special education from St. Petersburg College, Pena’s plan to continue his studies and work as a school administrator shifted when one of his mentors encouraged him to consider a career in counselor education.Jessenia RiveraTue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Wilfredo PenaBecoming a school counselor wasn’t something Wilfredo Pena originally set out to do. After earning his bachelor’s degree in special education from St. Petersburg College, Pena’s plan to continue his studies and work as a school administrator shifted when one of his mentors encouraged him to consider a career in counselor education.Wilfredo Pena/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-wilfredo-pena.aspxAcademics,Student LifeCounselor Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-deeksha-aradhya.aspxAfter earning two degrees and pursuing a career in early childhood education within her home country of India, Deeksha Aradhya wanted to continue her studies to view the field through a research lens.Jessenia RiveraThu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Deeksha AradhyaAfter earning two degrees and pursuing a career in early childhood education within her home country of India, Deeksha Aradhya wanted to continue her studies to view the field through a research lens.Deeksha Aradhya photo/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-deeksha-aradhya.aspxStudent LifeEarly Childhood Education,Graduate Studies,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-cristina-viera.aspxEstablishing a career centered on history was what Cristina Viera aimed for when she started her college journey. After commencing a career in education, she transitioned to a civilian position with the Department of Defense (DoD). During her 12 years with the DoD, Viera realized teaching was her true calling.Jessenia RiveraWed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Cristina VieraEstablishing a career centered on history was what Cristina Viera aimed for when she started her college journey. After commencing a career in education, she transitioned to a civilian position with the Department of Defense (DoD). During her 12 years with the DoD, Viera realized teaching was her true calling.Cristina Viera/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-cristina-viera.aspxAcademics,Student LifeGraduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-merritt-smith.aspxAt the start of her studies at USF, Merritt Smith overcame obstacles in earning her state of Florida teaching certification. Today, she is a soon-to-be graduate of USF’s Physical Education program who stands out amongst her peers by being recognized as the university’s 2019-20 Outstanding Intern of the Year.Jessenia RiveraThu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Merritt SmithAt the start of her studies at USF, Merritt Smith overcame obstacles in earning her state of Florida teaching certification. Today, she is a soon-to-be graduate of USF’s Physical Education program who stands out amongst her peers by being recognized as the university’s 2019-20 Outstanding Intern of the Year.Merritt Smith/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-merritt-smith.aspxAcademics,Student LifePhysical Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Teacher Preparation,Undergraduate Studies/education/about-us/news/2020/tips-success-online-classes.aspxUSF Instructional Technology faculty members James Hatten and Sanghoon Park share tips and strategies to help you successfully navigate online learning.External ArticleFri, 03 Apr 2020 00:00:00 10 Tips for Success in Online ClassesUSF Instructional Technology faculty members James Hatten and Sanghoon Park share tips and strategies to help you successfully navigate online learning.Student at laptop studying from home/education/about-us/news/2020/tips-success-online-classes.aspxAcademicsCOVID-19,Online Learning,Student Success/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-robert-bhoolai.aspxFollowing a career change to teaching, Robert Bhoolai enrolled in USF's Educational Leadership master's program to learn how to better drive ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp learning and achievement.Jessenia RiveraThu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Robert BhoolaiFollowing a career change to teaching, Robert Bhoolai enrolled in USF's Educational Leadership master's program to learn how to better drive ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp learning and achievement.Robert Bhoolai standing outside his school/education/blog/2020/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-robert-bhoolai.aspxStudent LifeEducational Leadership,Graduate Studies,Hillsborough County Public Schools,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-samantha-gregg.aspxBefore attending USF, Samantha Gregg had already envisioned a future as an educator. After spending fours years majoring in Elementary Education and living on campus in the Education Living Learning Community, she is ready to graduate this spring with confidence in the skills she’s obtained.Jessenia RiveraWed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Samantha GreggBefore attending USF, Samantha Gregg had already envisioned a future as an educator. After spending fours years majoring in Elementary Education and living on campus in the Education Living Learning Community, she is ready to graduate this spring with confidence in the skills she’s obtained.Samantha Gregg/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-samantha-gregg.aspxStudent LifeElementary Education,Living Learning Community,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-ora-tanner.aspxAfter seeing firsthand the difference technology has made in improving learning outcomes for her middle school ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, USF graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Ora D. Tanner decided to go back to school to learn how to change the trajectory of future curriculum.Jessenia RiveraWed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ora D. TannerAfter seeing firsthand the difference technology has made in improving learning outcomes for her middle school ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, USF graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Ora D. Tanner decided to go back to school to learn how to change the trajectory of future curriculum.Ora D. Tanner headshot/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-ora-tanner.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Instructional Technology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-joseph-latimer.aspxAs the son of a teacher and a principal, Joseph Latimer felt confident in his path to becoming an educator. However, after learning about school psychology, Latimer knew he wanted to positively impact ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps both inside and outside the four walls of the classroom.Rocky D. BullWed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Joseph LatimerAs the son of a teacher and a principal, Joseph Latimer felt confident in his path to becoming an educator. However, after learning about school psychology, Latimer knew he wanted to positively impact ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps both inside and outside the four walls of the classroom.Joseph Latimer/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-joseph-latimer.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-andres-rodriguez.aspxAndres Rodriguez's time at USF gave him experience training professional athletes. Now, as a recent graduate of the College of Education's Exercise Science program, he aspires to bring his knowledge of health and fitness into his community.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Andres RodriguezAndres Rodriguez's time at USF gave him experience training professional athletes. Now, as a recent graduate of the College of Education's Exercise Science program, he aspires to bring his knowledge of health and fitness into his community.Andres Rodriguez at the USF Marshall Student Center/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-andres-rodriguez.aspxStudent LifeExercise Science,Student Spotlight,Student Success,Undergraduate Studies/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2019.aspxThree ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps were selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award during the Spring 2019 semester.External ArticleFri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 Three ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps selected for College of Education Graduation with Distinction AwardThree ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps were selected to receive the College of Education’s Graduation with Distinction Award during the Spring 2019 semester.Spring 2019 College of Education Graduation with Distinction Award Recipients/education/about-us/news/2019/graduation-with-distinction-award-spring-2019.aspxCollege of Education News,Student LifeGraduation with Distinction,Student Success/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-bretton-varga.aspxDoctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Bretton Varga was nationally recognized for using digitally interactive technology to introduce historic LBGTQ+ concepts into social studies curriculum.Chelsea GrosbeckWed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Bretton VargaDoctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Bretton Varga was nationally recognized for using digitally interactive technology to introduce historic LBGTQ+ concepts into social studies curriculum.Bretton Varga headshot/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-bretton-varga.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Social Science Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-ashley-white.aspxFrom campus to country, USF College of Education doctoral candidate Ashley White is using her time at USF to help reform special education policy and make a lasting impact on the field.Chelsea GrosbeckFri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ashley WhiteFrom campus to country, USF College of Education doctoral candidate Ashley White is using her time at USF to help reform special education policy and make a lasting impact on the field.Ashley White/education/blog/2019/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-ashley-white.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,Special Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2018/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-ryan-blew.aspxRyan Blew has known what he wanted to be when he grew up since the third grade. The USF junior says the feeling has stuck with him into the present day. He was inspired by his third-grade teacher, silver-medalist Olympic swimmer Kristy Kowal, but she didn’t inspire him to become an Olympian.Abby RinaldiTue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Student Spotlight: Ryan BlewRyan Blew has known what he wanted to be when he grew up since the third grade. The USF junior says the feeling has stuck with him into the present day. He was inspired by his third-grade teacher, silver-medalist Olympic swimmer Kristy Kowal, but she didn’t inspire him to become an Olympian.Ryan Blew headshot/education/blog/2018/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-ryan-blew.aspxStudent LifeElementary Education,Student Spotlight,Student Success/education/blog/2018/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-gary-yu-hin-lam.aspxAs a doctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp in the College of Education’s School Psychology Program, Gary Yu Hin Lam took his passion for working with individuals with autism and applied it to a career path that will help him changes the lives of many ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps.Rocky D. BullMon, 13 Aug 2018 15:00:00 Student Spotlight: Gary Yu Hin LamAs a doctoral ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp in the College of Education’s School Psychology Program, Gary Yu Hin Lam took his passion for working with individuals with autism and applied it to a career path that will help him changes the lives of many ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps.Gary Yu Hin Lam with Dwayne Smith/education/blog/2018/ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp-spotlight-gary-yu-hin-lam.aspxStudent LifeGraduate Studies,School Psychology,Student Spotlight,Student Success