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Nancy Dana Named Finalist for Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching
The University of Florida College of Education is proud to announce Nancy Fichtman Dana, professor in the School of Teaching and Learning, is one of the three finalists for the 2020 Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching.
March 28, 2019/by labellebrittany![Best Online Programs US News and World Report – Grad Education 2019](https://education.ufl.edu/news/files/2019/08/Badge-OnlinePrograms-GradEducation-2019-300x279.png)
UF College of Education reclaims ranking as best in nation
The College of Education at the University of Florida reclaimed its place as the nation’s best online graduate education degree program, according to the most recent annual rankings released by U.S. News and World Report magazine.
January 15, 2019/by labellebrittany![Century Tower at Night](https://education.ufl.edu/news/files/2019/08/CenturyTowerMoon.jpg)
University of Florida Initiative Seeks Solutions to Critical Challenges Affecting Society
The University of Florida is spearheading the search for solutions to society’s most ever-present challenges through its latest initiative.
October 30, 2018/by labellebrittany![My-Post-1](https://education.ufl.edu/news/files/2018/05/My-Post-1-705x705.jpg)
Students honored for outstanding scholarship and superior accomplishment
The College of Education recently hosted its 16th annual Recognition Dinner, honoring those who have contributed to the success of this past year. Although there are many accomplishments from our students that are a great source of pride, three graduate and three undergraduate students have been identified after a rigorous selection process for their superior accomplishments during this academic year: Charlotte Bolch, Emilie Lenes, Jiahui Wang, Adrianna Escobales, Ellie Chenoweth and Paige Fitzpatrick.
May 1, 2018/by labellebrittany![patterson](https://education.ufl.edu/news/files/2018/02/patterson.jpg)
Novelist’s $3M gift could mean happy ending for struggling readers
Best-selling author James Patterson's generous donation backs COE's 'Literacy Challenge' to aid Florida's youngest readers
February 26, 2018/by labellebrittany![recognitiondinner2017featureimage](https://education.ufl.edu/news/files/2017/06/recognitiondinner2017featureimage-705x370.jpg)
Six students honored for outstanding scholarship and professional work
The college bestowed the awards on April 21 at its annual recognition dinner, when COE alumni, donors, faculty and other supporters are invited to campus to hear updates about the college and honor the academic year’s high-achieving EduGators.
June 7, 2017/by labellebrittany
Bojan Lazarevic and Timothy Vetere awarded 2022 COE Teacher and Mentor of the Year
Bojan Lazarevic and Timothy Vetere, clinical assistant professors in the School of Teaching and Learning, have been selected as the 2022 College of Education Undergraduate Teacher of the Year and Mentor of the Year, respectively.
David Yeaman: an EduGator Alumni 43 years in the Making
“Online education really opened the door for me to complete my degree.”
UF College of Education Continues to Rise in U.S. News Rankings
UF ranks No. 10 among public education colleges, according to the 2023-2024 Best Graduate Education Schools by U.S. News & World Report.
Pavlo “Pasha” Antonenko appointed to the Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars
Pavlo “Pasha” Antonenko, associate professor of educational technology and director of the NeurAL Lab, will serve a three-year term on the UF ADTS board.
Darby Battle is improving science education one study at a time
What do you get when you mix a love for the sciences with the realization that you’re a teacher at heart? Soon-to-be triple Gator Darby Battle.
UF and ACPS grant will work to expand school-based mental health services
Joni Splett, associate professor of school psychology, was awarded $4.8 million from the U.S. Department of Education to expand school-based mental health (SBMH) services and provider retention in Alachua County.
Taylor Burtch, Higher Education Administration and Policy — Changes Future Generations with Educational Policy Research
Taylor Burtch, Ph.D. candidate works to expand opportunities for students through her educational policy-based research. Additionally, her research assistantship allowed her to do interesting and meaningful work under Representative Wilson (FL-24).
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.
UF College of Education is the Nation’s Best Online Graduate Education Program
Leading the nation for eight years and setting the standard for online education, our momentum continues to grow by working together to push the boundaries of teaching and learning.
Danling Fu honored with the 2022 Senior Faculty International Educator of the Year
Danling Fu has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving the lives of immigrant children and English language learners by giving speeches and workshops to low-achieving schools, and by working with communities and families of new immigrants to improve their educational outcomes.