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Dec 4, 2024

Donisha Barnes ’21MSA, ’24EDD: ‘I Have Always Been Passionate About Empowering Others and Making a Difference in the Lives of Children’

During Donisha Barnes' educational journey, she noticed the impact that dedicated teachers and supportive learning environments could have on students. This inspired her to pursue a career in education and, in December, she will graduate from the NC State College of Education with a doctoral degree in educational leadership.

Dec 4, 2024

Mariah Walker ’06, ’10MED, ’12MSA, 24EDD: ‘Education Is Not Just a Career; It Is a Calling to Serve, Empower and Make a Lasting Difference’

As Mariah Walker '06, '10MED, '12MSA, 24EDD prepares to graduate with a doctoral degree in educational leadership, she hopes to continue to make a transformative impact on the lives of public school students in North Carolina.

Dec 4, 2024

Corina De La Torre ’24MED: ‘I Hope to Contribute to Systemic Changes That Make Inclusive, Affirming Education Not Just an Ideal, but a Reality’

To better connect scholarly work with practical impact, Corina De La Torre '24MED decided to pursue a graduate degree in educational psychology. This December, she will graduate with her master's, another step on her path to eventually earning a Ph.D. in the Teacher Education and Learning Science educational psychology concentration.

Dec 4, 2024

Lara-Cate Wright ’24: ‘Every Child Deserves Someone Who Believes in Them and Cheers Them On’

As Lara-Cate Wright '24 graduates with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with a special education add-on licensure, she is looking forward to returning to her community in Dare County to teach third grade.

Dec 4, 2024

Kia Allah ’24PHD: ‘I Have Always Felt That Educators Should Consider Deeply How Each of Our Students Learn to Interact with the World’

As Kia Allah '24PHD prepares to graduate with her doctoral degree, she reflects on the ways her time with the NC State College of Education has helped to shape her into an educational researcher.

Dec 4, 2024

Kelsey John Klein ’24MAT: ‘The College of Education Has Thoroughly Prepared Me to Become a Teacher by Equipping Me with Both the Theoretical Knowledge and Practical Skills Necessary to Succeed’

As Kelsey John Klein '24MAT graduates with a Master of Arts in Teaching from the NC State College of Education, she looks forward to sharing her love of literature and learning with her future students.
A photo of Layla Allen receiving the Orange County Schools 2024-25 Beginning Teacher of the Year award.

Nov 26, 2024

Layla Allen ’23 Named Orange County Schools 2024-25 Beginning Teacher of the Year

NC State College of Education alumna Layla Allen '23 has been named Orange County School's Beginning Teacher of the Year.

Nov 25, 2024

#WhyIChoseEducation: ‘My Goal Was to Help Young People Appreciate the Wonder and Achievement of Learning,’ Says Tamar Avineri ’16PHD

Twenty years ago, Tamar Avineri '16PHD applied for a position at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. Now, this award-winning educator is chair of the school's Department of Mathematics and teaches advanced courses that prepare her students to become creative thinkers and problem solvers.

Oct 31, 2024

Longtime Museum of the Cherokee People President Bob Blankenship ’60 Named NC State College of Education Alumnus of the Year

In recognition of the profound educational impact longtime Museum of the Cherokee People President Bob Blankenship '60 has made over the course of his lifetime, he has been named the NC State College of Education’s 2024 Distinguished Alumnus.
A photo of Sara Vogel with a quote: Nothing Is More Thrilling Than Learning Something New and Sparking Curiosity in Another Person

Sep 26, 2024

#WhyIChoseEducation: ‘Nothing Is More Thrilling Than Learning Something New and Sparking Curiosity in Another Person,’ Says Sara Vogel ’13MED

As a researcher, Sara Vogel '13MED, the Title IX coordinator at Hawaii Community College, is focused on implementing innovative ways to lower the rates of sexual violence on college campuses.