Early Childhood Education

Program Faculty

Meet the dedicated faculty behind UF’s Early Childhood programs—renowned educators, researchers, and practitioners committed to advancing the field. Our faculty bring a wealth of expertise in early development, care, and implementation science to prepare the next generation of leaders in early childhood education. Explore their groundbreaking work and connect with the experts shaping the future of education for young children and their families.

Katy Chapman

Katy Chapman, Ph.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor

Dr. Chapman's Profile

Maureen Conroy

Maureen Conroy, Ph.D.

Professor

Dr. Conroy's Profile

Alice Kay

Alice Kay Emery, Ph.D.

Assistant Scholar

Dr. Emery's Profile

Christopher Thomas, J.D., Ph.D.</p>
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Elyssa A. Geer, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Dr. Geer's Profile

Dwight Irvin

Dwight Irvin, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Dr. Irvin's Profile

Tara Mathien

Tara Mathien, Ed.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor

Dr. Mathien's Profile

Tina Smith-Bonahue

Tina Smith-Bonahue, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Dr. Smith-Bonahue's Profile

Patricia Snyder

Patricia Snyder, Ph.D.

David Lawrence Jr. Endowed Chair in Early Childhood Studies

Dr. Snyder's Profile

Emeritus Faculty

Kristen Kemple<br />

Kristen Kemple, Ph.D.

Professor Emeritus

Mary Mclean

Mary McLean, Ph.D.

Professor Emeritus