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GRE Requirements Temporarily Waved for School Psychology Applicants

December 7, 2020

The GRE requirement for the School Psychology program has been temporarily waived for the fall 2021 application cycle for any applicant with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. Any applicant with a cumulative undergraduate GPA below a 3.0 will need to take the GRE and upload scores.

Celebrating National School Psychology Week

November 6, 2020

School Psychology Week is November 9-13. We recognize and celebrate the important work that school psychologists do to help all students succeed and thrive. We are proud to highlight four of our own School Psychology candidates: Anna Cho, Joel Padilla, Annie Ovanessian, and Hilda Gallo. Read more

Pete Goldschmidt Awarded Project Grant

October 29, 2020

Dr. Pete Goldschmidt has received an award from the State of Mississippi for his project entitled, “Evaluating English Language Progress Models: The Sensitivity of Claims about Progress Across State Models” in the amount of $290,185. This award represents a significant accomplishment on his part and an important contribution to the University. Congratulations, Pete!

Message from Dean Shari Tarver Behring

June 2, 2020

Just when we thought things could not get worse as a result of the pandemic, our world turned upside down. The Michael D. Eisner College of Education is committed to practicing equity, access, inclusion, and social justice, and championing these rights for all people. The mission of the College of Education and the ethical and professional standards of all of our educational programs embrace these values as essential for the well-being of our students and the community that we serve. Read more

Compton Male Teachers of Color Network May Virtual Summit

May 26, 2020

The Compton Male Teachers of Color Network held a virtual summit on May 23rd to share universal best practices designed to support male teachers and administrators of color. College of Education members Josh Einhorn, John Reveles, and Al Restori were involved with the summit, as well as Travis Bristol from UC Berkeley. Over 50 teachers, principals, superintendents, university representatives, the CA Superintendent of Schools Office, the Chancellor’s Office, and community partners participated. This was a great event, and much was gained by all who attended. Read more

Virtual Celebrations & Recognitions

May 21, 2020

Graduation cap with the text "Class of 2020"

Though we could not hold our usual in-person graduation and completion ceremonies this semester, we look forward to celebrating with you in person in the future when possible. In the meantime, our college is still committed to celebrating everyone who completed their programs. Each department put together some kind of virtual celebration for their students, such as congratulatory videos, special messages on their websites and social media platforms, and mailed completion packets. We want to celebrate you all and recognize your many achievements! Read about our virtual celebrations and recognitions

To our continuing students, from Dean Shari Tarver Behring

May 20, 2020

Through this historic, unprecedented time, you, the students of the Michael D. Eisner College of Education, awe and inspire me. You are persevering in the attainment of your educational goals with commitment, hard work and resilience through this difficult and ambiguous time. Thank you for making your College proud. I want all of you to know that the Michael D. Eisner College of Education cares about you and encourages you to take advantage of the many resources available to assist and nurture you. Read more

Michael D. Eisner College of Education Outstanding Pandemic Teaching Awards

May 18, 2020

Do you know a great teacher who has been succeeding despite the pandemic? Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, school closures have forced school staff, students, and their families to adjust to new models of education. Some teachers have not only kept the learning happening but they are rocking the pandemic teaching. To showcase the great teaching across Los Angeles, we created the Outstanding Pandemic Teaching Awards for exemplary teachers during these difficult times. To apply or nominate someone for the OPT Award, go to bit.ly/OPTAward.

To our students, the Class of 2020, completing degrees and credentials

May 14, 2020

The Michael D. Eisner College of Education celebrates you! You have accomplished the extraordinary, attaining your educational goals in this historic, unprecedented time. You have awed and humbled all of us, your professors, staff and administrators. We recognize your resiliency, sacrifice and willingness to not only persevere but also bravely embrace the future as leaders in new professional environments in the fields of education, administration, counseling and therapy and community service. Read more

Congratulations to Our Graduates!

May 11, 2020

Graduates throwing their caps in the air in celebration

Congratulations to all of our Michael D. Eisner College of Education students for achieving your dreams this semester under extraordinary circumstances. We look forward to celebrating with you in person in the future!

Michael D. Eisner College of Education

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