Dr. Castro examines teacher preparation pathways
Spotlight on SOE faculty research Andrene Castro, Ph.D. The amount of knowledge being generated by VCU School of Education faculty in published research goes beyond merely enhancing the school’s reputation – it is helping to shape the future of education itself. One recent example of this is the study below, co-authored by Andrene Castro, Ph.D., […]
Dr. Naff featured on CBS 6’s ‘Virginia This Morning’
‘Mental Health: The Next Epidemic’ scheduled for June 3rd at 9 a.m. via Zoom David Naff, Ph.D. David Naff, Ph.D., assistant director of research and evaluation for the Metropolitan Educational Research Consortium (MERC), a center affiliated with the VCU School of Education, was featured on the CBS 6 television program Virginia This Morning on May 26 […]
Katherine Peppers: Building on her undergraduate degree
SOE graduate student impressed with her professors’ caring, concern and “genuine interest in my success.” Katherine Peppers (Courtesy photo) By Shania Stevenson Katherine Peppers received her undergraduate degree in communication sciences and disorders at James Madison University (JMU) and is currently pursuing her M.Ed in Special Education in the adapted curriculum at the VCU School […]
Mikala Swank: ‘All students would benefit from this program’
VCU music major says SOE’s Undergraduate Certificate in Disability Studies helps her “understand the ‘why’ behind a lot of the curriculum in SOE.” VCU School of Education student Mikala Swank. (Courtesy photo) By Shania Stevenson Mikala Swank is a music major at VCU with a Minor in Education. Because of a chronic illness, her plans […]
Melody Jacobs: ‘Part of the journey is enjoying it’
M.T. in Secondary English Education student and full-time RTR resident is driven by her determination – and a passion for teaching. Melody Jacobs (Courtesy Photo) By Shania Stevenson Autonomy at an Early Age Excelling in her class in 5th grade, Melody Jacobs’ teacher allowed her to act on her passion for teaching by assisting classmates who were […]
Daniel Lindstrom: SOE program aids career shift
Ed.D. in Leadership program is the right fit for career advancement Daniel Lindstrom is an example of the benefits that can be gained through the VCU School of Education’s Ed.D. in Leadership program. Lindstrom majored in political science and government at the College of William and Mary, received his master’s degree in business administration from Cardinal Strick […]
Isaiah Young: ‘A remarkable person with a bright future’
The ACE-IT in College graduate gained confidence and refined his career goal through VCU classes and several jobs and internships. Isaiah Young refined his career goal through VCU’s ACE-IT in College program. By Owen WachterMonday, May 24, 2021 When he joined VCU’s ACE-IT in College program two years ago, Isaiah Young wasn’t quite sure what kind […]
Dr. Gibson: 2021 Thomas J. Sweeney award recipient
Donna M. Gibson, Ph.D., LPC, NCC. Donna M. Gibson, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, department chair and professor in the Department of Counseling and Special Education, recently received the American Counseling Association’s (ACA) Thomas J. Sweeney Award for Visionary Leadership and Advocacy. The award was presented to Gibson at the 2021 American Counseling Association Virtual Conference Experience held […]
Class of 2021: Portia Newman
Newman will earn her Ph.D. from VCU this spring. She aspires to promote diversity, community and social justice in education. Portia Newman was the first in her family to attend college when she enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to earn her bachelor’s degree. She will graduate with a Ph.D. from […]
Dr. Becker authors RTD column on digital equity in education
Jonathan Becker, J.D., Ph.D. Thursday, May 6, 2021 Jonathan D. Becker, J.D., Ph.D., an associate professor and online coordinator in the Department of Educational Leadership, authored an opinion piece on digital equity in education in today’s Richmond Times-Dispatch. In the column, titled “To achieve digital equity in education, students need policymakers on their side,” Becker points […]
