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Feb 22, 2018

EdNC.org: NC State’s Acclaimed Principal Program Assesses Candidate Character

Ahead of choosing its eighth cohort, the NC State College of Education's principal preparation program led by Professor Bonnie Fusarelli reassessed the goals of the program. They evaluated what kind of leaders they want to create to administer schools. Then they split the traits into two categories: those that can be taught through coursework and training, and those that should already exist within individuals. 

Feb 19, 2018

Quality Leadership Matters Blog: NC State Educational Leadership Academies Helping to Create Stronger Leaders, Schools

NC State College of Education's Northeast Leadership Academy is shaping the future of high-need schools in North Carolina by providing high-quality leaders and innovative approaches to school support. Learn more about the academy in this Quality Leadership Matters Blog report. 

Feb 16, 2018

2 Programs in Leadership Development Honored with Top 5 LEAD Awards

The college’s doctoral program in leadership ranked No. 2 among programs focused on leadership and organizational development, while its master’s program in training and development ranked No. 5 in HR.com’s LEAD Awards. 

Feb 15, 2018

NC State College of Education Board Announces $90,000 Challenge

The members of the NC State College of Education Board have issued the $90,000 Challenge to celebrate the founding of the school 90 years ago. The Board will give up to $90,000 to support students and programs across the college if alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends join them in celebrating the college’s 90th anniversary by engaging in up to three activities. 

Feb 15, 2018

90 Years of NC State Education

The NC State College of Education began in 1927-28. Since then, we’ve led the way in North Carolina in transforming lives, schools and communities. Explore what makes us extraordinary and how you can help us celebrate our 90 years. 

Feb 15, 2018

Doctoral Students to Serve as First National DREAM Fellows

Seven doctoral students from NC State College of Education’s Adult and Community College program will attend the DREAM Conference in Nashville, Tenn., as inaugural DREAM Fellows Feb. 20-23, 2018. 

Feb 8, 2018

“The Public School Advantage” Authors to Discuss Their Book at NC State Feb. 21

Authors and researchers Christopher A. Lubienski and Sarah Theule Lubienski will lead a discussion about their book “The Public School Advantage: Why Public Schools Outperform Private Schools” at NC State University Wednesday, Feb. 21. 

Feb 7, 2018

Terrell Strayhorn to Speak on “Why Sense of Belonging Matters So Much for Black Students at White Institutions” Feb. 15

Terrell Strayhorn, Ph.D., the CEO and founder of Do Good Work Consulting, will speak on “Why Sense of Belonging Matters So Much for Black Students at White Institutions: Historical Contexts & Recent Survey Findings” Thursday, Feb. 15, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Poe 512. 

Feb 6, 2018

Ajaya Jonas Joins NC State Education as Coordinator for Global Programs

Ajaya Jonas has joined the NC State College of Education as the coordinator for global programs, effective Feb. 1. She will be responsible for the integration and development of the college's global efforts with its teaching, research and innovation initiatives. 

Feb 6, 2018

Inside Higher Ed: Liberal Indoctrination? Not So Much

A study that Associate Professor Alyssa Rockenbach helped lead counters widely held views about how students' political views change when they arrive in college.