College of Education

2019 News Archive

College honors Community Partners

The University of South Carolina's College of Education recently honored three Midlands area school administrators for their extraordinary commitment to students, their communities and the education profession.

UofSC teacher retention efforts earn statewide recognition

"According to University Induction Coordinator, Nicole Skeen, "We are already seeing the benefits of this program. New teachers are telling us that they feel more confident leading their students, more capable of navigating the demands of the job, and, most importantly, that the program has increased their resolve to not only remain, but thrive, in the classroom."

Partnership allows high schoolers at international school to earn college credit

For the first time in its history, the University of South Carolina will allow high school students at an international school in Asia to earn credit toward a degree. This summer, the university's Board of Trustees approved a memorandum of understanding between the College of Education and Singapore American School (SAS) which outlines the partnership.

"Freedom's Lawmakers: Black Leadership During Reconstruction"

A newly announced grant will allow more than two dozen teachers from around the country to travel to the University of South Carolina to learn about the impact of black elected officials during Reconstruction and how to best teach these lessons to their students.

CarolinaTIP coach and mentor to be honored at national conference

Angela Adams, a College of Education team member who coaches and mentors new teachers in South Carolina, was chosen as one of just three instructional coaches who will be recognized at a renowned national conference.

Midlands area teachers earn fellowship to earn doctorate

The fellowship program aims to increase research at partnering public schools as well as support the professional development of teachers and administrators.

Grant funds physical education research aimed at families of preschoolers

Only 20 percent of preschoolers are getting the recommended amount of physical activity. Physical education professor Ali Brian says the key to increasing gross motor development among young children is getting parents involved. A new intervention program will do just that thanks to the support of a $565,000 grant from The Duke Endowment.

UofSC College of Education named one of the top teacher prep program in country

University of South Carolina's undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program was named one of the top in the country by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), a nonpartisan, not-for-profit research and policy organization.

CarolinaLIFE announces new program director

Chelsea VanHorn Stinnett has been named the new director of the CarolinaLIFE program at the University of South Carolina. She will succeed Tony Plotner who led the program for nine years.

New research center lands grant to spread stories of Reconstruction in SC

The grant provides funding for the creation of a mobile app with immersive audio storytelling, an exhibition website, a brochure and guide map, and an interactive kiosk.

Education professors and grad students to present research at national conference

The College of Education at the University of South Carolina is proud to announce a list of faculty and graduate students who will present and/or participate in the AERA annual meeting in April.

Faculty Spark Talks set for March 28

Eight College of Education faculty will be talking about their research at the third annual Spark Talks set for March 28 at 2:00 p.m.

UofSC Professional Development Schools Network earns national recognition

The University of South Carolina's Professional Development Schools Network is one of two programs nationwide that earned awards from the National Association for Professional Development Schools.

Challenge the conventional. Create the exceptional. No Limits.