College of Education News
Rising Beyond: UF College of Education Among America’s Top 5 Public Graduate Education Schools
UF soars to No. 4 among public education colleges and No. 6 overall, according to the 2025 Best Graduate Education...
UF demonstrates a decade of distinction in enhancing education through online offerings
The University of Florida College of Education is again recognized as a national leader in online education, achieving one of the top two spots in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Online Graduate Education Programs for the tenth consecutive year.
The University of Florida pilots GoReact’s AI-assisted feedback tool to advance teacher preparation
The University of Florida’s College of Education partners with education technology platform to enhance teacher training with AI-powered feedback, advancing UF’s mission as an AI University
Serving students with disabilities, UF’s Google-funded program makes computer science education accessible for all
Google partners with the CSEveryone Center for Computer Science Education to bolster new professional development program.
Featured News
Veterans Take on Cybersecurity: UF Trains Veterans in Hardware Defense
NSF-funded program supports U.S. veterans and their transition to civilian life by learning how to hack.
UF team seeks to double math learning through AI
The ALTER-Math team aims to double math learning progress for middle school students by developing AI-powered teachable agents using large language models (LLMs) through UF’s HiPerGator 3.0.
Author James Patterson Launches Transformational Literacy Classrooms
Bestselling author and literacy champion, James Patterson, is writing the next chapter in his partnership with the University of Florida by expanding access to the James Patterson Literacy Challenge to schools across the state and beyond.
University of Florida’s College of Education to expand undergraduate research and transform math learning statewide
With support from University of Florida President Ben Sasse’s strategic funding initiative, two projects are taking shape in the College of Education: one to accelerate undergraduate research and another to transform mathematics education in Florida.
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Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Alumni Accolades
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
EduGators Alumni in Higher Education
The University of Florida's College of Education has long been recognized for its commitment to excellence in teacher education and its dedication to preparing students for dynamic careers. EduGator alumni consistently demonstrate their ability to excel in their...
Beyond the Suit: Kendall Siemienas’ Journey from Albert to Alumni
UF College of Education students forge their own unique paths while earning their degrees. Some join clubs, find their community in Greek life, or participate in sports to get involved in the UF culture. Education Sciences student Kendall Siemienas took a unique path:...
David Yeaman: an EduGator Alumni 43 years in the Making
“Online education really opened the door for me to complete my degree.”
From Gainesville to Global — EduGator Alumna receives UNESCO-Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development
“Haiti can serve as an example of how teaching can be transformed by putting teachers at the center.”
Alumni Accolades
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Awards
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
2024-2025 College of Education Awards
In recognition of years of commitment to undergraduate success, the University of Florida College of Education has honored three members of its faculty and staff with awards. Timothy Vetere, Ph.D., Taryrn Brown, Ph.D. and Robin Rossie were recognized for their...
Remarkable students and faculty honored for promoting international collaboration
The UF International Center announces award winners within the EduGator community.
Scholarship and Awards Dinner 2024: a celebration of philanthropy and student achievements
The College of Education event honored students, faculty, and donors for their outstanding contributions to the Edugator community.
COE In the News
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Community Outreach
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Dean’s Messages
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Events
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Scholarship and Awards Dinner 2024: a celebration of philanthropy and student achievements
The College of Education event honored students, faculty, and donors for their outstanding contributions to the Edugator community.
Students honored at annual Scholarship and Awards dinner
The College of Education recently hosted its 19th annual Scholarship and Awards dinner. The celebration of student scholarship, formerly known as the Recognition Dinner, highlights philanthropy and honors those who have contributed to the success of this past year.
Interface Teaching Conference 2022
The 2022 Interface Conference provided an opportunity for the UF community to share new ideas to advance the field of online education.
Faculty Laurels
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Featured News
Rising Beyond: UF College of Education Among America’s Top 5 Public Graduate Education Schools
The UF College of Education has climbed to No. 4 among public graduate education schools and No. 6 overall in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings. With top-ranked online programs and nationally recognized specialties, UF continues to shape the future of education through innovation, research and impact.
UF demonstrates a decade of distinction in enhancing education through online offerings
The University of Florida College of Education is again recognized as a national leader in online education, achieving one of the top two spots in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Online Graduate Education Programs for the tenth consecutive year.
The University of Florida pilots GoReact’s AI-assisted feedback tool to advance teacher preparation
The University of Florida’s College of Education partners with education technology platform to enhance teacher training with AI-powered feedback, advancing UF’s mission as an AI University
Serving students with disabilities, UF’s Google-funded program makes computer science education accessible for all
Google partners with the CSEveryone Center for Computer Science Education to bolster new professional development program.
Veterans Take on Cybersecurity: UF Trains Veterans in Hardware Defense
NSF-funded program supports U.S. veterans and their transition to civilian life by learning how to hack.
Author James Patterson Launches Transformational Literacy Classrooms
Bestselling author and literacy champion, James Patterson, is writing the next chapter in his partnership with the University of Florida by expanding access to the James Patterson Literacy Challenge to schools across the state and beyond.
Giving
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Headlines
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Insider News
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
News and Notes
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Scholarship and Awards Dinner 2024: a celebration of philanthropy and student achievements
The College of Education event honored students, faculty, and donors for their outstanding contributions to the Edugator community.
Students honored at annual Scholarship and Awards dinner
The College of Education recently hosted its 19th annual Scholarship and Awards dinner. The celebration of student scholarship, formerly known as the Recognition Dinner, highlights philanthropy and honors those who have contributed to the success of this past year.
Interface Teaching Conference 2022
The 2022 Interface Conference provided an opportunity for the UF community to share new ideas to advance the field of online education.
P.K. Yonge
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Press Releases
Carrie Geiger Named Next Director of P.K. Yonge
Dr. Geiger comes with more than 13 years of P.K. Yonge administration experience and more than 21 years of direct teaching experience in Alachua County Public Schools. She currently serves as the secondary school principal at P.K. Yonge, where she supports the school’s mission to design, test, and disseminate promising educational practices.
The University of Florida pilots GoReact’s AI-assisted feedback tool to advance teacher preparation
The University of Florida’s College of Education partners with education technology platform to enhance teacher training with AI-powered feedback, advancing UF’s mission as an AI University
From struggle to success: how the College of Education is using AI to enhance learning with productive failure
Seyedahmad Rahimi, Anthony Botelho, and Avery Closser develop AI-powered learning app with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
EduGators Explore Education and Culture in Ecuador and the Galapagos
From classroom floors to Galapagos sands, EduGators immersed themselves in a six-week journey exploring the education, families, and culture of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
EduGators Journey Beyond the Classroom for Summer Learning
From the steps of Capitol Hill to the sands of the Galapagos Islands, students of the College of Education immersed themselves in global, groundbreaking experiences this summer. Undergraduate Students Explore Ecuador’s Educational and Family Systems Led by Tara...
Veterans Take on Cybersecurity: UF Trains Veterans in Hardware Defense
NSF-funded program supports U.S. veterans and their transition to civilian life by learning how to hack.
Research News
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Lastinger Center for Learning funds four College of Education faculty projects
The University of Florida’s Lastinger Center for Learning has awarded $400,000 to four College of Education faculty research projects focused on improving teaching, learning, and childcare. These projects, selected through a competitive process, will leverage the Lastinger Center’s Data Lagoon to analyze statewide educational data and generate insights to enhance student outcomes.
From struggle to success: how the College of Education is using AI to enhance learning with productive failure
Seyedahmad Rahimi, Anthony Botelho, and Avery Closser develop AI-powered learning app with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
From courtroom to classroom: Chris Thomas’ new book strengthens legal literacy for school leaders
Assistant professor at the College of Education releases legal handbook for educators.
Justin Ortagus Spearheads Two Studies in Top Education Journals
Justin Ortagus, director of the Institute of Higher Education and associate professor of Higher Education Administration & Policy, publishes two studies in top-tier journals while securing nearly $4.3 million in new research funding.
UF’s Contribution to Early Childhood Educator Development
Through a free webinar series spearheaded by clinical assistant professor Katy Chapman, UF’s CEEDAR Center fosters collaboration and provides essential resources to educators nationwide, ensuring continuous improvement in teaching practices and support for diverse learners, particularly in early childhood education.
Spotlights
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF faculty receives NSF CAREER grant to address STEM workforce skill gaps
Assistant Professor Rob Moore’s five-year, NSF-funded project aims to improve the transparency, usability and career relevance of STEM microcredentials.
UF Assistant Professor Chris Thomas awarded with Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship
Christopher Thomas, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy in the College of Education, has been named a recipient of the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2025. “I am so humbled to receive this fellowship,” Thomas said. “It's both a...
College of Education Professor Spearheads Fulbright-Funded Research in Malta
Christopher Anthony, Ph.D., is leading a Fulbright-funded national survey assessing the social emotional well-being and academic skills of Maltese children, aiming to inform educational policy and intervention. His research not only seeks to benefit Maltese students but also aspires to develop scalable tools and models for supporting student resilience, mental health and academic success globally.
From Classroom to Conference: UF Hosts Inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium
The University of Florida’s inaugural Guardians of the Gulf Youth Symposium allowed students from Cedar Key School to present their marine science research projects to industry professionals, judges, and peers, providing them with a professional environment to showcase their work. The symposium marked the first of its kind and aimed to build a community of young marine scientists, with students expressing enthusiasm for their experience and gaining valuable insights into marine science-related careers.
Student Laurels
Celebrating Student, Faculty and Alumni Excellence at the Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
The UF College of Education hosted its 22nd annual Scholarship and Award Dinner, where Interim President Donald Landry and Dean Glenn Good celebrated the college’s statewide impact, rising rankings and research growth, and thanked the EduGator community. The evening honored Dean’s Excellence Award recipients Larry Kubiak and Allen and Delores Lastinger, recognized outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, awarded scholarships to 166 students and professorships to 19 faculty, and looked ahead with optimism to shaping Florida’s educational future.
Fulbright-Hays award-winning doctoral candidate explores Côte d’Ivoire
Ed.D. student, Jessica Ayer, earned a Fulbright‑Hays Group Project Abroad Award that let her spend her summer in Ivory Coast, learning Bambara and developing curricula for francophone Africa. This experience was enriched by deep relationships with local staff and students, and will inform her dissertation, teaching approach and eventual distribution of newly designed curricular units through the American Association of Teachers of French.
UF CSEveryone Center Awarded $450,000 Google Grant to Advance Accessible Computer Science Education
Andrew Bennett, doctoral candidate at UF, has received a $450,000 grant from Google to explore how students of all abilities can participate and thrive in computer science (CS) environments. The University of Florida’s CSEveryone Center for Computer Science Education...
Graduate Student Awarded for Excellence in Ed Tech
Instruction and Curriculum graduate student Gabriella Haire was awarded with the Fanchon F. Funk Scholars Award at the Florida Association of Teacher Educators (FATE) annual conference for her educational technology research.
Parker Van Hart selected for national entrepreneurship and policy fellowship
UF doctoral student Parker Van Hart received the 2023 Entrepreneurship Policy Fellowship from the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management.
Takeshia Pierre Awarded CADRE STEM Fellowship
UF Graduate Research Assistant, Takeshia Pierre, is one of the 15 nationwide recipients of the highly regarded STEM Fellowship from the Community for Advancing Discovery Research in Education (CADRE).