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The Department of Education draws students from across disciplines to examine the institution of education and its role in society. Our department also trains teachers to have a strong background in educational theory and practice and to acquire expertise in their chosen academic discipline.

Department News and Stories

Community-Based Learning During a Pandemic
Professor Bob Spires connects his students with anti-trafficking advocates, researchers, and NGO workers across the world.
Cecelia Greenwood, GC'16, hired as Communities in Schools Site Coordinator for Meadowbrook High School
Cecelia Greenwood, GC'16, has been hired as Communities in Schools Site Coordinator for Meadowbrook High School in Chesterfield County.
April Bittner, GC'21, named English instructional specialist at Virtual Virginia
April Bittner, GC’21, currently a student in the SPCS Educational Leadership & Policy Studies (ELPS) program, has been hired as an Instructional Specialist in English at Virtual Virginia.
SPCS class plans for spring 2021 to follow model of fall 2020
The School of Professional & Continuing Studies will follow the successful model of fall 2020 in scheduling spring 2021 classes, aligned with the University’s priority of maintaining safe, meaningful learning environments for the community.
Erik Laursen and Lisa Micou, education adjuncts, earn promotions
During the Fall SPCS Faculty Meeting in August, two adjunct education professors, Dr. Erik Laursen and Dr. Lisa Micou, received promotions.
Education faculty share expertise in media outlets
Faculty in the SPCS Graduate Education program have shared their expertise in a number of media outlets during the COVID-19 pandemic, sharing information about rezoning and racism; advice for teachers, parents, and the public related to online teaching and learning; and school reopening plans.

Resources

Teacher Preparation Handbook

Library Research Guide

School of Professional and Continuing Studies

Contact Us

Mailing address:
Department of Education
North Court Academic, Suite 300
421 Westhampton Way
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA, USA, 23173

Phone: (804) 289-8428
Fax: (804) 287-6369

Chair: Patricia Stohr-Hunt
Administrative Coordinator: Liza Carpenter