Milligan University Teacher Education Programs

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Congratulations Dr. Newman!

Meet alumnus Joshua Carter ('99, EdD '19)! 🎓

Josh is a 1999 graduate. During his time at Milligan, he was an active member of the golf team and pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in History. From a young age, Josh always knew he wanted to go to Milligan. He holds its missions and values dear to his heart. Milligan roots run deep in the Carter family with his father, Donnie Carter ('74), and sister, Brianna (Carter '97) Loran, also being graduates. In addition, Josh's mother, Betty Carter, worked in the admissions office during the 1990s and early 2000s.

At the age of 21, fresh out of college, Josh was offered a job teaching English at Science Hill High School in Johnson City, Tennessee, where he would also coach baseball and golf. Inspired by his father, it was always his dream to teach and coach. Josh continued to better himself by completing a Master of Educational Administration and Supervision (2008) and Master of Educational Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction (2010) from Lincoln Memorial University. In 2009, Josh was awarded Science Hill Teacher of the Year. Little did Josh know that God had more plans for him in the education field.

In 2012, Josh became one of Science Hill's assistant principals, something he never thought he would do. A few years after he became an assistant principal, God led Josh back to Milligan to be part of the first cohort of graduates from Milligan's Doctor of Education program in 2019. Josh became Science Hill's principal in 2021, where he continues his incredible 25+ year career in this school system.

Throughout Josh's career in education, he has been blessed to build relationships with countless students and positively impact their lives. "I still keep up with the students - it's so rewarding to see what they've gone to do," says Josh. "During my time at Milligan, I had great mentors and professors, like Drs. Lee ('69) and Pat (Phillips '69) Magness and Coach (Rich) Aubrey ('85, MEd '93), who modeled the teacher and leader I wanted to strive to be."

Josh now resides in Gray, Tennessee with his wife, Jennifer, of 22 years and children Maddie (12) and Jack (9).

We are pleased to announce Dr. Colleen Weems as our Placement Director! Dr. Weems is an Assistant Professor of Education and Counseling. She has a wealth of experience working with school districts and brings a high level of expertise and networking to this position. She will be working with undergraduate students and students in our M.Ed., MSC (school counseling), Ed.S., and Ed.D. graduate programs to arrange high-quality clinical experiences. We are thrilled to have her in this role!

Congratulations to Kimberly Thompson on her successful dissertation defense!

Congratulations to Ashley Helton on her successful dissertation defense!

Congratulations to Andrew Snyder on his successful dissertation defense!

Congratulations to Mandy Greer on her successful dissertation defense!

Congratulations to Alex Kees on her successful dissertation defense!

Congratulations Mr. Gray!!

We want to give a BIG congratulations to February's Milligan University Teacher Of The Month! Mr. Jamie Gray from Asbury Optional High School! Enter your deserving educator today and they could win a TON of prizes from our sponsors! Go to the link below!
https://wtfm.com/teacher-of-the-month/

Congratulations Mrs Decker!!

We want to give a BIG congratulations to March Milligan University Teacher Of The Month! Ms. Darlene Decker from Northside Elementary School! Enter your deserving educator today and they could win a TON of prizes from our sponsors! Go to the link below!
https://wtfm.com/teacher-of-the-month/

Milligan’s Kappa Delta Pi, educational honor society chapter Iota Iota’s officers collected thank you cards to support Milligan’s professors. The officers had thank you cards available in the cafeteria this week for students to stop by and write a personal message to a professor. Officers are placing the cards in faculty mailboxes in the coming days. Thank you, KDP officers!

Milligan Master of Education student Zack Bickford, was recently featured in an article by the CEEDAR network!

Current Teachers Tennessee is finding creative ways to address teacher shortages in high-needs fields such as math, science, world languages, and special education. In 2014, the Tennessee Department of Educat…

First and second year School Counseling students celebrated National School Counseling Week in the Caf Lobby during dinner on Tuesday by advocating for the profession and promoting the program.

🚨 Weather Alert: Due to inclement weather, Milligan will be closed on Tuesday, January 16. Classes and extracurricular activities are canceled, and offices will be closed. Stay safe and warm, everyone! 🌨️❄️

What a great way to end the semester in Foundations in Elementary and Secondary Education with student presentations - Leaders in Education.

Recently Dr. Edwards hosted members of our second-year doctoral cohort for a "mystery dinner." The menu, while a mystery, allowed students to rank items of recent and upcoming accomplishment. The event modeled elements of culture and celebration for these current and future instructional leaders.

Dr. Tara Cosco and her co-presenter, Dr. Greg Matthias shared some teaching strategies they are writing in their book set for publication December 2024 at the Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) Convo in St. Louis, Missouri this past Friday. Dr. Cosco says, "KDP has been instrumental in her career from providing continual professional development, networking and publication opportunities, and friendships that have spanned over 20 years! She is grateful for the entire team at KDP who support educators in all their academic endeavors. " Dr. Cosco hopes students will consider joining KDP during their time at Milligan University and enjoy the many benefits and opportunities the honor society provides.

KDP Convo was outstanding! The convention team provided amazing presenters and fabulous connections! Dr. Cosco met Samantha Fecich, an author and professor who also hosts a podcast for educators. Samantha Fecich plans to interview Dr. Cosco about best practices in the classroom. She also met Dr. Lu during their awards banquet and discussed collaborating on future projects.

When the conference sessions ended there was time to explore the St. Louis arch, and the free museum. The walk to dinner provided a view of the St. Louis Cardinals' stadium and a horse-drawn carriage.

We thank Elizabethton City Schools for hosting a Milligan education class at the Central Office. It was a great experience for students to meet with the Central Office Administration.

Students enrolled in Foundations in Education role-played historical figures that helped to shape education. Can you find John Dewey?

Congratulations to Milligan Alum, Dr Jeff Gray, on his new position as assistant principal at Greeneville High School!! We are so proud of you!

Gray Named GHS Assistant Principal Greeneville High School has announced its newest assistant principal, Dr. Jeff Gray.

Congratulations to Dr. Holly English and Dr Christy Henegar! They will be joining the teams at Topper Academy and Science Hill High School. So proud of our Milligan graduates!!!

https://www.johnsoncitypress.com/news/education/science-hill-high-school-topper-academy-welcome-two-new-administrators/article_e34fa974-24db-11ee-b470-33cbfa76a498.html

Students are excited to be finishing up Curriculum & Methods in summer school. These Milligan Buffs are ready to teach and make a positive difference in their students’ lives!

Congratulations to MEd graduate Krissi Denton McInturff. She has been appointed to the Tennessee State Board of Education by Governor Bill Lee. We are proud of you.

https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/johnson-city-schools-teacher-appointed-to-state-board-of-education/

Congratulations to Lisa Horan! Lisa accepted a position teaching 5th grade with Elizabethton City Schools.

Congratulations to Kristen Dempsey! Kristen accepted a position teaching kindergarten with Johnson City Schools.

Thank you to the mothers and mother figures who shape our lives each day.

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to Drs. W. Edward and Billye Joyce Fine who were awarded Milligan’s Fide et Amore award for their loving and faithful dedication to the university at commencement last weekend.

Congratulations to Leeanne Francis on her successful dissertation defense!

Congratulations to Ellyn Treadway on her successful dissertation defense!