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In Memoriam: William “Bill” Schmidt

June 10, 2025
In Memoriam: William “Bill” Schmidt

Michigan State University Distinguished Professor and internationally recognized education scholar William “Bill” Schmidt died on May 26, 2025. Schmidt joined the MSU College of Education in 1969 and served in teaching and administrative capacities for more than 55 years. He was still on faculty at the time of his passing. Recent leadership roles include serving… Read More »

Myers receives kinesiology’s highest honor

May 16, 2025
Myers receives kinesiology’s highest honor

Professor Nicholas Myers has been elected a Fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK). Through their research and leadership contributions, NAK Fellows are noted for how they have progressed the study of human movement. Myers will be inducted at the 94th NAK Annual Meeting in September 2025. NAK Fellows are scientists in the field… Read More »

MSU launches loan forgiveness program for aspiring science teachers 

May 5, 2025
MSU launches loan forgiveness program for aspiring science teachers 

Michigan State University is launching the Spartan Teacher Promise, a forgivable loan program designed to reduce financial barriers for students pursuing careers in education. A collaboration between MSU’s College of Education and College of Natural Science, the initiative provides funding to support future teachers while addressing the growing demand for educators in Michigan.  Beginning in… Read More »

Chudgar named associate dean of international studies 

April 28, 2025
Chudgar named associate dean of international studies 

Professor Amita Chudgar, an expert in the field of international and comparative education, was appointed associate dean of international studies, effective April 14, 2025. Chudgar is also director of the college’s Office of International Studies in Education (OISE) and a professor of education policy.  She assumes the full-time role after serving in an interim capacity… Read More »

MSU at AERA 2025: At a glance

April 25, 2025
MSU at AERA 2025: At a glance

Faculty, graduate students and alumni from the Michigan State University College of Education are actively contributing to the 2025 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting. Many are sharing their latest research and being honored for their outstanding achievements. The conference is taking place in Denver, Colorado. Faculty recognition Professor and internationally recognized scholar Kristen Renn was… Read More »

MSU researchers use ultrasound to track early bone changes after ACL surgery

April 22, 2025
MSU researchers use ultrasound to track early bone changes after ACL surgery

Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a promising new method for detecting early bone changes after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, using ultrasound instead of costly MRIs. The tool could help doctors identify patients at greater risk for re-injury or long-term joint problems like osteoarthritis. In a March 2025 study published in Osteoarthritis Imaging,… Read More »

Gajasinghe awarded Excellence-in-Teaching Citation

April 17, 2025
Gajasinghe awarded Excellence-in-Teaching Citation

Curriculum, Instruction and Teacher Education Ph.D. candidate Kasun Gajasinghe is a recipient of the MSU Excellence-in-Teaching Citation Award. Each year, the university presents the award to a select number of teaching assistants who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and proficiency in fulfilling their classroom duties. Gajasinghe has spent the past three years instructing courses in the Global… Read More »

Jones earns MSU honor, appointed to statewide commission

April 10, 2025
Jones earns MSU honor, appointed to statewide commission

Associate Professor Raven L. Jones has been recognized for her literacy and teaching expertise by Michigan State University and MI Governor Gretchen Whitmer. In December 2024, Gov. Whitmer appointed Jones to the Michigan PreK-12 Literacy Commission, part of the Michigan Department of Education. In April 2025, Jones received the Donald F. Koch Award for Quality… Read More »

Nine programs ranked in nation’s top 10

April 8, 2025
Nine programs ranked in nation’s top 10

For 31 straight years, Michigan State University has been ranked #1 in the nation for elementary and secondary teacher education according to U.S. News & World Report. In 2025, MSU showed continued strength as nine educational program areas were ranked in the nation’s top 10 based on a survey of education deans. “We are honored… Read More »

Pfeiffer receives William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award

April 7, 2025
Pfeiffer receives William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award

Professor and internationally recognized scholar Karin Pfeiffer is a recipient of MSU’s William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award. Each year, the award recognizes up to 10 faculty for their consistent record of outstanding scholarship in research or creative activities, teaching and community engagement. “Professor Pfeiffer is literally an institution on the MSU campus,” said Department… Read More »