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Covassin receives the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award

February 21, 2025
Covassin receives the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award

Tracey Covassin, a professor in the Michigan State University Department of Kinesiology, is a recipient of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association’s (NATA) Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award. Each year, the award recognizes NATA members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy and distinguished professional activities as an athletic trainer. The award is exclusively… Read More »

MSU study: How does extra test time impact students with disabilities?

February 18, 2025
MSU study: How does extra test time impact students with disabilities?

Associate Professor Sara Witmer is leading a study to better understand how students with disabilities use extended time accommodations during math tests. Funded by a $702,473 grant from the Institute of Education Sciences, Witmer will examine this widely used testing accommodation, and hopes to provide educators and policymakers with evidence-based recommendations to better support students.… Read More »

Two-time alum named Principal of the Year

February 4, 2025
Two-time alum named Principal of the Year

Two-time Michigan State University alum David Cherry, B.S. ’04, M.A. ’10, earned the title of 2024 Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association (MEMSPA) Principal of the Year. The annual award honors an individual for exemplary leadership, dedication to students and staff, community service, and contributions to the profession through active engagement in associations. A… Read More »

MSU research: Social media bridges connection gaps for students with disabilities

January 30, 2025
MSU research: Social media bridges connection gaps for students with disabilities

New research from the Michigan State University College of Education shows how social media provides connection and community for college students, particularly those with disabilities. Published in the Journal of Contemporary Issues in Education, the study examines the nature of students’ social media use and its relationship to social capital and psychological well-being. Led by… Read More »

MSU research: How race, socio-economic status contribute to math education inequalities 

January 28, 2025
MSU research: How race, socio-economic status contribute to math education inequalities 

There is a long-documented problem of inequalities in mathematics education across the United States and in other countries around the world. Previous research suggests socio-economic status (SES) and race play a role — but to what extent and how? Research from Michigan State University scholars answers these questions.  “This study yielded astoundingly interesting results,” said… Read More »

Spartan scholars’ book on literacy education receives national recognition

January 22, 2025
Spartan scholars’ book on literacy education receives national recognition

A book co-authored by Michigan State University College of Education faculty and alums has received the Gloria J. Ladson-Billings Outstanding Book Award from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). Each year, the award recognizes books that advance knowledge in educator preparation and teaching, with a focus on equity and cultural relevance. Published… Read More »

MSU online master’s programs rank #7 in the nation

January 21, 2025
MSU online master’s programs rank #7 in the nation

Michigan State University continues to be a leader offering some of the nation’s most highly regarded online education master’s degree programs. According to U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings, MSU holds the #7 overall spot, with four specialty programs placing in the top ten. Among specialties within education, the MSU College of Education ranked:… Read More »

Four MSU scholars named national education influencers

January 16, 2025
Four MSU scholars named national education influencers

Four scholars from the Michigan State University College of Education were recognized among the top 200 nationwide influencers in education. Now in its 15th year, the annual Rick Hess Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings (Education Week) spotlight scholars from across the U.S. who have made significant contributions to education research, policy and practice. The following Spartans… Read More »

Alums selected for prestigious Knowles Teaching Fellowship

January 15, 2025
Alums selected for prestigious Knowles Teaching Fellowship

Michigan State University alums Brianna Bui, B.S. ’22 (Biological Science) and Josh Pullen (TGCT, B.S. ’23) have been named Knowles Teaching Fellows, joining a national cohort of early-career high school math and science educators. The fellowship, awarded to a few dozen annually, offers extensive support through mentorship, professional development and financial grants. Brianna Bui Bui’s… Read More »

Amey, Boltz receive MSU Outstanding Supervisor Awards

January 8, 2025
Amey, Boltz receive MSU Outstanding Supervisor Awards

Two Spartans from the College of Education received Outstanding Supervisor Awards from the MSU WorkLife Office this fall. Congratulations to Professor Marilyn Amey and M.A. in Educational Technology and M.A. in Learning Experience Design Director Liz Owens Boltz! This year marks the third time in three years that at least one supervisor from the College… Read More »