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Three Jayhawks invited to attend White House Native American events

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas and the Office of Native American Initiatives is proud to share that three KU students were invited to and attended two prestigious events in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 14 and 15.

11 graduate students advance to Three Minute Thesis Competition Finals

LAWRENCE – Eleven University of Kansas graduate students from four different academic units advanced to the finals of the Three Minute Thesis Competition. The finals will take place at 2 p.m. Nov. 9 in forum C of the Burge Union.

New book shares struggles, successes of transnational students training as English teachers

LAWRENCE — Making it through higher education and graduate school can feel like navigating a foreign country.

Hollywood depictions of Black male teachers stick to stereotypes, tropes, analysis shows

LAWRENCE — Morgan Freeman has given many powerful, memorable performances. His role as Mr.

School of Education & Human Sciences to honor the memory of Dr. Lelon R. Capps

School of Education & Human Sciences recognized for leadership in continuous improvement in honor of Frank Murray

LAWRENCE – The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) announced today that the University of Kansas is one of 32 providers from 16 states, Puerto Rico and Jordan to receive recognition for their leadership and commitment to continuous improvement.

Spotlight on Care shifts focus for fall 2022

LAWRENCE – Back for its fourth year, Spotlight on Care will take a slightly different approach to convening the University of Kansas community around the research and practice of care.

Study delves into how Catholic school teachers balance monetizing of education, meeting vocational call

LAWRENCE — Many teachers would attest they were called to the profession to educate students and prepare them for life, not just to provide an economic service.

Study shows how Black male teacher-coaches illustrate civic-focused education

LAWRENCE — Fostering a sense of civic engagement is one of the primary purposes of social studies education. But in an educational system that focuses on Black students and teachers through a deficit lens, that can be a very real challenge to overcome.

Dr. Phyllis Esposito Appointed Reed College’s VP and Dean for Institutional Diversity

Dr. Phyllis Esposito will become Reed College’s vice president and dean for institutional diversity, effective July 1. She also will be part of the senior leadership team for Reed President Dr. Audrey Bilger.

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