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2017 News Archive

College of Education, Florence District One partner to improve teacher preparation

The University of South Carolina's College of Education was invited to take part in a new Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching initiative aimed at improving teacher preparation programs while addressing the needs of at-risk schools.

College of Education first in SC to complete CAEP accrediation visit

USC College of Education become the first in the state to successfully complete a self-study and accreditation visit through the Council of Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Professor Fenice Boyd earns Albert J. Kingston Award

New Instruction and Teacher Education department chair received the 2016 Albert J. Kingston Award for her service to the Literacy Research Association.

South Carolina education deans collaborate to tackle teacher shortage

The deans of six of South Carolina's larger Schools and Colleges of Education release statement urging action to address the teacher shortage being experienced across the State.

Education professor to host ETV series

Lemuel Watson was recently named the host of ETV's Carolina Classroom series.

College of Education introduces new University Induction Coordinator

The College of Education recently hired South Carolina educator and instructional coach, Nicole Skeen, to coordinate a new induction support program for USC graduates.

College of Education names new Director of the Office of Clinical Experiences

Christopher Burkett will oversee the placement of all teacher candidates in their practicum and internship experiences.

College of Education Alumna inducted into SC National Guard Warrant Officer Hall of Fame

Retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 Sandra (Sandy) A. Gordon was inducted into the South Carolina Army National Guard's Warrant Officer Hall of Fame at a ceremony held April 2, 2017 at McEntire Joint National Guard Base in Eastover, South Carolina.

College of Education staffer enjoys a crowning moment

Regina E. Wragg was crowned Ms. Columbia Plus America 2017. She will compete with women from across the state of South Carolina for the title of Miss South Carolina Plus America on April 22.

College of Education to host Spark Talks on April 6

Modeled after the well-known TED Talks, these brief addresses will give insight into research in a unique, fast-paced and entertaining way - each talk lasting just a few minutes.

College of Education Witten Lecture screens video documentary, The Travelstead Room: A Space to Honor, A Place to Engage

This video, through comments by faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars, examines the importance of memorializations at colleges and universities and the significance of designing spaces that encourage teachers and students to address and to confront issues of civil rights and social justice.

Alum, Sarah Bolton, Earns Ian Axford Fellowship

Sarah Bolton, a College of Education alumna, recently traveled more than 8,000 miles to research ways to improve education equity.

New Field Placement Coordinator for Palmetto College to serve students and schools

After more than 14 years of teaching, Chastity Graham recently joined the staff of the College of Education as the Field Placement Coordinator for Palmetto College.

Education professor aims to improve equity in education for African American students

College of Education faculty member Gloria Boutte has spent her career researching how to achieve equality in teaching for black students. She recently created the Center for the Education and Equity of African American Students (CEEAAS).

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