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UMaine COEHD Pinning and Recognition Ceremony celebrates preservice teachers, the teaching profession

Nearly 70 students from the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development who achieved teacher candidacy in the past year were celebrated at the college’s third annual Pinning and Recognition Ceremony on Friday.

Patricia A. Duran teacher Julie Zucchi and College of Education and Human Development student Avery Morrell work together in Zucchi's classroom.

Year in Review: Our top news stories of 2025

The past year has been a busy one for the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development, with numerous stories of innovation, research, service and outreach by our students, faculty and staff. As we look forward to 2026 and another year of accomplishments from our college community, we wanted to highlight stories featured on […]

Howorth talks with CNN about AI in K-12 schools

Associate Professor of Special Education Sarah Howorth was interviewed by CNN for a story on how K-12 student might use artificial intelligence (AI) during this school year. “AI is a little bit like fire. When cavemen first discovered fire, a lot of people said, ‘Ooh, look what it can do,’” Howorth said. “And other people […]

An aerial photo of Stevens Hall on the University of Maine campus.

UMaine researchers present innovative work at AERA

Faculty, staff and students from the University of Maine are showcasing their work at the 2025 American Educational Research Association (AERA) annual meeting in Denver this week.

Howorth featured on ‘Maine Calling’ show about students with disabilities

Associate Professor of Special Education Sarah Howorth appeared on a recent episode of “Maine Calling,” the statewide call-in show that airs on Maine Public.

Meg Leddy: Dean’s Award

Meg Leddy of Ellsworth, Maine is the 2025 recipient of the Dean’s Award from the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development. This award recognizes a student who has overcome significant challenges along the path to graduation, who is dedicated to their field and shows perseverance and commitment to their program.

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