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UCCS to host EduStat University

EduStat University 2008, a collaboration between the UCCS College of Education, Colorado Springs School District 12, and SchoolNet, Inc. takes place July 15-17 on campus. To learn more about EduStat University 2008 and to participate visit http://www.edustat.com. For more information, see the College of Education's Leadership department page and/or the June 25, 2008 UCCS Communique published by University Relations.

Spring 2008 College of Education "Connection," official newsletter is now available!

We have a lot happening at the College of Education! In this issue:
  • New Hire in Advance Overview (Dean Neal)
  • Introducing the new Interim Associate Dean for COE
  • Who presented at the AERA Meeting
  • Meet our new faculty/staff
  • Daegu English Village Update
  • 2008 Culturally Responsive Teaching and Counseling Symposium
  • and MORE!

Dr. Barbara Swaby Endowed Professorship - Fundraising Campaign

In collaboration with the University of Colorado Foundation and the College of Education, this endowed professorship honors not only Dr. Swaby, but the individual who will hold this position.

Dr. Barbara Swaby has been changing lives one child at a time. For more than 30 years, she has worked with thousands of children. Her contributions and accomplishments span the local, state, national, and international levels. [more]

To see more information about supporting the Dr. Barbara Swaby Endowed Professorship-Fundraising campaign please click below:
University of Colorado College of Education Foundation page

View the video: So You Want to Be a Teacher?
College of Education eNewsletter
More on our new Leadership Program

College of Education Accomplishments

President's Award
The College of Education has received the 2007 President's Diversity Award in the academic unit category.

PRSA - Public Relations Society of AmericaFreedom Song
"Freedom's Song" received the 2006 Bronze Anvil Award of Commendation from the Public Relations Society of America."

College of Education Vision, Mission, and Goals

COE Vision

The College of Education at UCCS will be The College of Education for the 21st Century.

COE Mission

To serve a diverse, inclusive citizenry of lifelong leaders / learners through the following:

  • Unexcelled undergraduate and graduate professional programs which promote high standards of professional practice.
  • The development, implementation, and expectation for the demonstration of the best research-based instructional practices in the preparation of professional educators.
  • The support of individual and collaborative research, creative work, professional development, and service efforts within and outside the College and University that contribute to knowledge of best practice and student achievement.
  • An academic culture that supports and reinforces ethical and professional practice.

COE Goals

  • Customer Service
  • Organically linked to the community
  • Professional development of faculty, staff, & students
  • Research
  • Entrepreneurial model to finance activities
  • Enhance the use of technology

"Intention without action is insufficient." - Dr. Geneva Gay