Mizzou: College of Education & Human Development

🌟 Advisor spotlight: Ainsley Acuff

"As an advisor, I find fulfillment in guiding students on their educational journey, witnessing their growth and celebrating their achievements. Each day brings new challenges, questions, and opportunities to support and empower students fostering a sense of joy as I witness their academic and personal development unfold."

New faces, new places! It is an honor to welcome over 250 freshmen to our college during Summer Welcome! 🐯🎉

Meet Dr. Leigh Anne Taylor Knight (BS HES '89, BS Ed '90, M Ed '91), our MAA Board of Directors President for 2024-25! Leigh Anne is a dedicated Tiger and leader within her community. She serves as the Executive Director and COO of The DeBruce Foundation, an organization that helps to expand pathways to economic growth and opportunity for others.

Leigh Anne is happily married with two children, and has a plethora of ties to Mizzou in her personal life. The daughter of two Mizzou alumni, niece of four alumni, cousin to many alumni, and friend to countless Tigers, her “black and gold stripes” are true!

Learn more about Leigh Anne: https://bit.ly/4bCPHtK

No matter where you are in your education journey, you'll find a home at Mizzou! We're thrilled to welcome new transferring Tigers!

☀️ Summer Welcome Leader Spotlight: Anna Thompson, Middle School Language Arts major

"I chose to do Summer Welcome because I want to be that resource for students. When I was in school, my teachers were always someone I could rely on and go to when I needed help. I want my students now and in the future to know that I am here for them no matter what."

☀️ Summer Welcome Leader Spotlight: Lily Lewandowski, Elementary Education major

"Coming into Mizzou, I knew I wanted to leave a lasting impact that not only I would remember but my peers as well. Summer Welcome has made me realize I am here for a reason. I have been able to make a difference, introducing incoming students to the school that I love and call home. Being their leader, mentor, and resource makes my heart happy:) Becoming a Summer Welcome leader has taught me many lessons that I will carry with me into my future career in the classroom! I am so excited to continue this journey and see everyone on campus soon! M-I-Z!"

☀️ Summer Welcome Leader Spotlight: Jaimes Donovan, Family & Lifespan Development and Psychology major

"Being a Summer Welcome Leader has not only taught me about the depth of the Mizzou experience as well as its history, but also that of human interaction and how consequential it can be to growing as a student, leader, friend, or individual. I believe I’ve grown in all these ways so far and can’t wait to take this growth to the next level through my education and career goals, not to mention all the relationships I've made along the way! GO TIGERS! 🐯"

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Summer Welcome is made possible by amazing student leaders who are all about helping new Tigers transition to life at Mizzou! Thank you for sharing your !
😎 Lily Lewandowski, Elementary Education major
😎 Jaimes Donovan, Family & Lifespan Development and Psychology major
😎 Anna Thompson, Middle School Language Arts major

Welcome, new students! Summer Welcome is packed with excitement, friendships, and discovering endless possibilities at Mizzou. 🌟

Meet Hank, coming soon to a Speakers Circle near you! Hank is the great-nephew of Harlan who is deeply missed by the Mizzou community. Thank you to Cris and Linda Wood for sharing your sweet puppy with us!

More Summer Welcome goodness for your feeds! We're so happy to see these new tigers getting to know their new home in the College of Education & Human Development. 🏡😊

Shout-out to some fabulous Summer Welcome leaders: Ethan Tayba, Health Sciences major and Jill Jennings, Business major. 👏

Hi, my name is Kelsey Cockrum. I am a junior majoring in Special Education from Odessa, Missouri. I’m excited to takeover the Instagram today while I'm studying abroad in Greece for the summer. Being a part of this program not only allows me to experience the culture of Greece and the Mediterranean, but I’m also helping refugee and immigrant youth learn English through our work with several non-profit organizations. Besides being an education student, I am involved in Student Council for Exceptional Children and have been substitute teaching for about two years now. I’m also an RA at Brooks Hall, participate in Athletes in Action, and am a welcome week leader. I’m so excited to take you along with me on this adventure! Thanks for following along!

At Summer Welcome, new Tigers have a chance to tour Townsend Hall, make connections with faculty and staff, and explore opportunities for involvement.

Cheers to the first day of summer!

It's just the beginning of an incredible journey for ! We're making memories at Summer Welcome 2024!

Summer snaps! 📸

Last week, hosted the inaugural Classrooms Teacher eXpo! Participants from all over the state joined together at Memorial Student Union on the beautiful Mizzou: College of Education & Human Development campus to collaborate and learn about !

ProsocialEd Collaborative

Prosocial Development & Education Research Lab

✨ Student spotlight on Madelyn Polisner, Elementary Education major ✨

"The College of Education and Human Development has allowed me to experience teaching firsthand early in my college career. The faculty and staff have given me the opportunity to grow as a future educator and have been there every step of the way to encourage and push me to be my best self."

Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Matthew Martens has named Sarah Diem interim dean of the College of Education and Human Development, effective July 1. Learn more: https://mizzou.us/sarahdiem.

Summer Welcome is in full swing! We are so excited to welcome new students to Mizzou!

The success of MAC Scholars Academy relies on the contributions of our exceptional mentors and instructors. We are grateful to have Isaac Gomina, Raygan McDile, Kieran Joyce, Anyla Banks, Douglas Odongo, Ernest Eshun and Ruth Opoku as part of our team. Without them, this program would not be possible. Thank you! 🖤💛

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Congratulations to the University of Missouri High School Class of 2024! 🎓

Mizzou Academy is proud to celebrate over 550 high school students from 15 different countries. This year's onsite graduation ceremony was held on June 8th at the historic Missouri Theatre.

Mizzou Academy is a global K-12 school system with over 200 courses and programs for elementary through high school learners. Learn more about Mizzou Academy at https://mizzouacademy.missouri.edu.

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Photo credit: Rebecca Allen Photography

Staff summer shenanigans in full swing! ☀️🥳🎉

✨ Student spotlight on Wendy Cornell, Graduate Student, Special Education ✨

"I chose the College of Education and Human Development because of the personal and professional connections developed through previous work endeavors. These connections exposed me to world-class research and innovation, which inspired me to pursue my PhD. I knew I would be given many opportunities to develop my skills as a researcher, teacher, and innovator."

Mizzou Department of Special Education

She's beauty and she's grace.

The MU College of Education & Human Development Dean’s Office and the Office of Advancement are pleased to announce Endowed Faculty appointments that are effective on July 1, 2024.

https://cehd.missouri.edu/2024/06/2024-faculty-fellowships-announced/

👏 Two doctoral students with the Missouri Prevention Science Institute were recently honored with prestigious awards:

◾️ Tiara Watson, Counseling Psychology doctoral candidate, Erin Reynolds Community Impact Scholarship. With a strong focus on community outreach, Tiara works to address mental health disparities in marginalized populations.

◾️ Farshad Ghasemi, School Psychology doctoral student, Tom Dishion Prevention Science Award. Farshad’s research around teacher burnout focuses on implementing evidence-based interventions to improve psychological well-being.

Missouri Prevention Science Institute

Say cheese! 🐿️🌳