In the News – Page 13 – College of Education and Human Development

Lee selected for NSF early-career STEM education scholars program

Jooyoung Lee, postdoctoral research associate with the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development, has been selected for the 2023–24 National Science Foundation Quantitative Research Methods for STEM Education Scholars Program.

Chicago media cite Allan in news about Northwestern football hazing allegations

University of Maine professor of higher education Elizabeth Allan was interviewed by Chicago news outlets covering reports of hazing in the Northwestern University football program.

A photo of the field house on the University of Maine campus with the text "College of Education and Human Development Dean's List Spring 2023."

Spring 2023 Dean’s List: UMaine College of Education and Human Development

For the spring 2023 semester, the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development awarded nearly 300 students Dean’s List honors. Students from across Maine and 20 other states, as well four countries outside the U.S. are included on the list.

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UMaine promotes mental health and wellness in schools with summer educators institute

Over 100 Maine teachers and school administrators participated in the University of Maine Educators Institute last week, exploring evidence-based practices and strategies around the theme of “Promoting Mental Health and Wellness” with experts from UMaine and various state and national organizations.

Bishop presents at University of Canberra conference on personalized learning

University of Maine College of Education and Human Development dean Penny Bishop presented at the University of Canberra (Australia)’s Symposium on Personalised Learning in early June.

Lecturer in outdoor leadership Lauren Jacobs instructs students in KPE 280: Introduction to Paddling Instruction and Safety.

May Session courses provide students new perspectives on education, immersive learning opportunities

May Session courses, which are part of Summer University, typically run for three weeks and begin the week after spring semester.

Autos for Autism raises more than $10K for inclusive education program at UMaine

The annual Autos for Autism event is held during April, which is Autism Awareness Month.

Local media share announcement about UMaine hosting national experts on inclusive education

The Bangor Daily News and Penobscot Bay Pilot shared a UMaine News press release about the Council for Exceptional Children Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (CEC DADD) hosting a Summer Symposium at the University of Maine on July 21.

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UMaine to host national experts on inclusive education for students with autism and developmental disabilities

The Council for Exceptional Children Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (CEC DADD) is hosting its summer board meeting at UMaine on July 20.

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UMS, Maine DOE expand whole-student supports for Maine schools

More K–12 students and educators in Maine are set to benefit from stronger social, emotional and behavioral supports thanks to Maine PBIS, a collaboration between the University of Maine System and Maine Department Education, which is adding 21 new schools to its professional development cohort.