Ni receives funding to support K-12 schools in developing culturally relevant online courses
Albany, NY (September 29, 2020) - Lijun Ni, assistant professor of Educational Theory and Practice and an expert in computer science education, recently received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support K-12 teachers to develop effective remote delivery pedagogies and attract more diverse learners into computer science.
Dean Lane Welcomes Largest SOE Class of Students in a Decade
Welcome to UAlbany’s Fall 2020 semester! This semester will be different from what we are accustomed, but one thing is certain, we will do inspiring work together and continue cultivating a strong, diverse, and inclusive academic community.
Second Annual School Safety Summit Goes Virtual & Discusses COVID-19 Impacts
Albany, NY (September 1, 2020) - Leaders from the University at Albany’s School of Education and College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity wrapped up the second annual Safe, Prepared and Effective Learning Environments (SPELE) summit on August 13. Three virtual sessions in July and August focused on school preparedness and response to COVID-19.
UAlbany’s Annual IEL Institute Draws Global Experts to Discuss the Impact of COVID-19
Albany, NY (August 31, 2020) – More than 100 participants from 60 colleges and universities in 6 countries engaged in a month-long virtual learning experience that featured expert scholars and practitioners and several interactive learning activities. The Institute, which wrapped up on August 12, focused on International Educators as Leaders of Institutional Transformation in a Post-Pandemic World.
UAlbany’s Second Annual School Safety and Preparedness Summit to Focus on COVID-19 Challenges for Educators
Albany, NY (July 21, 2020) – Leaders from the University at Albany’s School of Education and College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity are gearing up to host the second annual Safe, Prepared and Effective Learning Environments (SPELE) summit. Three virtual sessions, held through next month, will focus on school preparedness and response to COVID-19.
Jason E. Lane Named Dean of University at Albany School of Education
Dr. Jason E. Lane has been named dean of the University at Albany’s School of Education (SOE).
Dean Emeritus Bangert-Drowns Endows Scholarship for Diversity in Teaching
The School of Education is proud to announce the Bangert-Drowns Endowment for Diversity in Teaching and Educational Leadership which will support African American students in pursuit of a career in P-12 teaching.
Earlier this year, the School of Education received a special gift from Dean Emeritus Robert Bangert-Drowns and his wife Diana Bangert-Drowns, Esq. The couple created the Bangert-Drowns Endowment for Diversity in Teaching and Educational Leadership with the intent to support the presence of African Americans in educational leadership, primarily leadership in the teaching profession, but secondarily, leadership in educational supervision, administration, research, and policy.
Touhey Family Fellows Program Marks End of Successful First Year
The final session of the Touhey Family Fellows Program on May 1, 2020 included inspiring and heartfelt reflection on the program and the network of relationships created. The connection within the group resonated even over Zoom. The gathering involved School of Education faculty, including Program Director Tammy Ellis-Robinson and Associate Dean Cheryl Dozier, and graduate and undergraduate students in the School of Education community engaged with the Touhey Fellows Program. The graduate mentors shared highlights and accomplishments of each fellow. The featured speaker, Shenendehowa School Superintendent and University at Albany Alumnus Dr. L. Oliver Robinson, shared words of inspiration and commendation to aspiring future education and mental health professionals.