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Congrats, Class of 2022!

The College of Education celebrated the graduation of over 420 students during its Spring 2022 Graduation Ceremony on May 6. Both student speakers shared lessons that drew on the legacy of the late Lee Stiff ’79PHD, who served and led in the College of Education for 37 years.

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As as a land-grant College of Education, we have a unique responsibility to confront racial injustices and build a more diverse, inclusive and supportive community.

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Students make their way across campus on the first day of classes for the fall 2020 semester. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

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Transformational Scholars

Thanks to a generous gift from the Anonymous Trust, we’re establishing the Transformational Scholarships Program to prepare 100 teachers for eastern North Carolina.

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Paola Sztajn

Meet Our New Dean

Paola Sztajn began serving as the College of Education’s dean on April 1, 2022.

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Belk Center

Our Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research supports community colleges across North Carolina and beyond through executive leadership programs, research and our Doctor of Education program.

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Friday Institute

Our Friday Institute for Educational Innovation supports in-service teachers and K-12 schools across North Carolina and beyond by conducting research, developing resources and providing professional development programs.

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“I chose the NC State College of Education because it is the best college of education in North Carolina and one of the best in the nation.”

– James Daniels ’21

teacher at East Cary Magnet Middle School

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College of Education News

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My Student Experience: Graduate Student Jessica Riddell Aims to Increase Support for First-Generation Graduate Students Through New Organization 

Assistant Professor Ruby Ellis Accepted into NC State’s 2022 Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Institute 

Three Videos from College of Education Researchers Featured in National Science Foundation’s 2022 STEM for All Video Showcase 

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May 30

Monday

Memorial Day (No Classes)
Jun 01

Wednesday6:30 PM

Teaching and Telling Asian American Stories Virtual Symposium
Jun 20

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Juneteenth Observed (No Class)

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"The teachers I had growing up have shaped me into the person I am today, and I hope as an incoming educator, I can also be the one to help educate and inspire the younger generation." — Don Bui '22, graduating with a bachelor's degree in technology, engineering, and design education. . Graduation is just around the corner, #NCState22. Don't forget to add #HowlBack to your graduation photos to enter @NCStateAlumni's graduation photo contest. It's your chance a chance to win a free diploma frame!