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New Publication in American Journal of Evaluation by Researchers Cimetta and Friesen

Jan. 30, 2024

In a recent publication in the American Journal of Evaluation, Associate Research Professor Adriana Cimetta and Research Scientist Rebecca Friesen have made a significant contribution to the field of evaluation with their article, “Discerning Obstacles and Opportunities: A Framework for...

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The Camp Cooper makeover has begun!

Jan. 30, 2024

We are extremely excited to announce that we are finally getting started on our restroom facility reconstruction in 2024!

This is phase one of Camp Cooper’s Master Plan and will include 2,030 square feet of bathroom facility space along with the addition of five toilets, one urinal and seven showers. Along with this, the construction will include sustainable features such as new solar panels, composting toilets, greywater systems for...

The Colorful World Beyond the Seven Hills exhibit

Exhibit: The Colorful World Beyond the Seven Hills.

Jan. 23, 2024

The Worlds of Words Center is the first location in the U.S. to receive “The Colorful World Beyond the Seven Hills.” To enhance the visitor experience, the center supplements the exhibit with versions of Grimm’s folktales from various global cultures and hands-on activities. It will be displayed in Worlds of Words through May 10, 2024.

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Dr. Renae Mayes recognized as an Emerging Scholar

Jan. 19, 2024

Dr. Renae Mayes, a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Disability & Psychoeducational Studies, has been recognized as an Emerging Scholar for the year 2024 by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a prominent publication in the field. Dr. Mayes joins a select group of individuals who have demonstrated exceptional promise and excellence in their respective fields.

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Emancipatory Education Minor

New Graduate Minor Approved

Jan. 11, 2024

The College of Education is excited to announce the launching of a new graduate minor this spring!  Foundations of Emancipatory Education is a discussion-based seminar engaging students with the philosophical, theoretical,
methodological and practical moorings present in educational pedagogies of liberation and freedom.

The Course Facilitator, Dr. Dawn Demps, currently teaches courses in introductory and...

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The Inquiry Oasis Podcast

Jan. 9, 2024

Welcome to The Inquiry Oasis podcast, your bi-monthly gateway to the realm of transformative education research, proudly presented by the University of Arizona College of Education. In each episode, we invite you to join us as we illuminate the innovative work of our esteemed faculty members. From the intricacies of educational psychology to the art of...

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Fall 2023 Award Recipients

Dec. 13, 2023

We are honored to celebrate the diverse and stellar accomplishments of our students, faculty, and staff. Congratulations to this year's award recipients!

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Project FOCUS Crowdfunding Campaign

Nov. 22, 2023

On November 15, Project FOCUS launched its crowdfunding campaign with a goal to raise $15,000. Over the past 12 years, Project FOCUS has provided an opportunity for over 100 students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to access inclusive college classes: in-person,...