In the News

The College of Education's recent EDU Talks event, a series of 5-minute faculty talks covering everything from the benefits of boosting fathers’ parenting skills to the importance of effective school bureaucracies, is highlighted.

Professor Walter Parker answers questions about his work with area teachers to make the AP Government and Politics course more relevant with role-playing instead of lectures.

Joe Lott, associate professor of educational leadership and policy studies, will help lead the development of a 25-year vision for population health at the University of Washington.

President Ana Mari Cauce cites the Brotherhood Initiative, a project co-sponsored by the College of Education, as one of the UW's efforts to enhance diversity and support the success of underrepresented students.

A column by Kenneth Zeichner, Boeing professor of teacher education, explores what the appointment of Betsy DeVos as U.S. Secretary of Education could mean for efforts to strengthen the nation's public schools.

Professor Nancy Hertzog discusses the importance of advancing equity in gifted education and a recent conference on the subject hosted by the University of Washington.

Michelle Zimmerman (MEd '07, PhD '11), executive director of Renton Prep, comments on how gaming could boost social and emotional outcomes for students as young as those in kindergarten.

Jessica Deang (BA '15), an Early Achievers data collector at the UW's Cultivate Learning, shares her perspective on her work with early learning and care providers in Washington state.

Gerrit Kischner (MEd '97), principal of Genesee Hill Elementary School in Seattle, is among the speakers at the Ignite Education Lab storytelling event on Feb. 12.

Professor Meredith Honig discusses how district central office staff can play critical roles in improving schools and ensuring student success.