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A group of science education students stand as a group in front of an NSTA banner at the conference in California.

Jun 11, 2026

My Student Experience: Science Education Majors Receive Funding to Travel to National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) Conference in California

As a science education major in NC State’s College of Education, Gillian Grimmick is always thinking about creating lesson plans and lab activities for her future classroom. So, she was thrilled when she had the opportunity to attend the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) conference in Anaheim, California, in April.

Jun 10, 2026

Resources for Educators: Creating Social Opportunities for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Strategies from Beth Feuer, an assistant teaching professor of special education, former middle and high school special education teacher and Best Buddies Club advisor. 
Matin Maani accepts his Wake County Public School System Teacher of the Year award.

Jun 10, 2026

Matin Maani ’22 Named Wake County Public School System Teacher of the Year

Matin Maani ’22, the greatest joy in teaching comes from watching students learn to grapple with difficult ideas and coming to understandings and conclusions they feel they have ownership of. It’s that feeling of joy that motivates Maani to show up for work as a seventh-grade social studies teacher at Apex Friendship Middle School and that was recognized when Maani received the 2026 Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Teacher of the Year Award.

James Daniels stands in front of a brick wall.

Jun 10, 2026

#WhyIChoseEducation: NC A&T Assistant Professor and Greensboro Poet Laureate James Daniels ‘21 on Helping Students Realize Their Inner Beauty

When James Daniels ‘21 got in trouble growing up, his grandmother would hand him a pencil and paper and tell him to write down his feelings. Then, she would grade it. It could not have been better training for the future poet and educator he would one day become.
The National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) gave NC State's College of Education an A+ for preparing future elementary school teachers to teach reading

Jun 9, 2026

College of Education Receives Top Marks for Preparing Elementary Teachers in the Science of Reading from National Council on Teacher Quality

The National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) has awarded the NC State College of Education A+ grades for how well it prepares future elementary school teachers to teach reading through its Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) with a concentration in elementary education programs.

Students at the STATE of Teaching event pose for a group photo with Mr. and Ms. Wuf on the steps of a brick building.

Jun 3, 2026

High School Students Explore Careers in Education through STATE of Teaching Events

North Carolina high school students had the opportunity to explore the field of teaching through two STATE of Teaching events hosted by the NC State College of Education in May.

Professor Temple Walkowiak receives her Alumni Distinguished Graduate Professorship award.

Jun 1, 2026

Professor Temple Walkowiak Receives NC State’s Alumni Association Distinguished Graduate Professorship Award

Professor Temple Walkowiak’s commitment to her students has been recognized with NC State’s Alumni Association Distinguished Graduate Professorship Award, which recognizes outstanding graduate-level teaching across the university.
Decorative headshot of Professor Patricia Marshall

Jun 1, 2026

Retiring Professor Patricia L. Marshall: ‘I’d Like to Believe That Students with Whom I Had the Opportunity to Work Understood That I Really Did Believe in Them’

As she prepares to retire after more than 35 years in the College of Education, Professor Patricia L. Marshall reflects on her long career as an educator, her favorite memories and what she is most looking forward to in retirement.
Diane Chapman sits on a couch between Mr. and Ms. Wuf.

Jun 1, 2026

Retiring Teaching Professor Diane Chapman ’00EDD: ‘I Like to Think That the Professional Relationships Formed During Teaching and Advising Are Where I Have Left My Mark’

After nearly 25 years affiliated with the NC State College of Education, Diane Chapman ’00EDD plans to retire from her role as a teaching professor and NC State’s associate vice provost for faculty development.
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Jun 1, 2026

‘Having Success and Enjoyment in My Various Roles is Why I Remained in Education:’ Professor of the Practice Henry Johnson Reflects on Career Ahead of Retirement

As Professor of the Practice and NELA Executive Coach Henry Johnson prepares to retire at the end of May, he is reflecting on why he chose a career in education, some of his favorite moments and the impact he has had on students.