Last year, in partnership with Open School, the School of Education launched the OMAT Program, a two-year master of arts in teaching (MAT) residency program. Open School is a 7th-12th grade college preparatory and leadership alternative school in east Multnomah County. The OMAT Program prioritizes the recruitment and development of teachers of color to better […]
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Kappa Delta Pi Wins Achieving Chapter Excellence Award
The University of Portland School of Education’s Phi Sigma Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi (KDP), the international honor society in education, has been named one of the 2015 Achieving Chapter Excellence (ACE) Award winners. The ACE Award is given to KDP chapters that demonstrate excellence in membership, leadership development, and programming in support of the […]
PACE Announces New Program
The University of Portland and the Pacific Alliance for Catholic Education (PACE) are launching the Catholic School Leadership Initial Administrator License program this summer. The credential program has begun with a cohort of 11 students and is a variation of the School of Education’s existing program for administrators. Former St. Mary’s Academy principal and current […]
Texas Instruments Leadership Summit, May 29
The provost’s office, School of Education, mathematics department, and Shiley School of Engineering invite faculty to attend a free conference on campus, the Texas Instruments Leadership Summit: College and Career Readiness in STEM Education, on Friday, May 29, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons boardroom. While the summit is oriented towards […]
An Evening With Dr. Tom Greene, May 13
The Teacher Leadership Network and the School of Education will present “An Evening With Dr. Tom Greene” on Wednesday May 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Terrace Room. All are invited to engage in a thought-provoking and inspiring evening with University provost Tom Greene, who rose through the ranks as a beloved and […]
Neuroeducation Conference Set For May 16
The School of Education will present “Neuroeducation: The Road to Inclusive Practices,” a full-day conference dedicated to answering the question, “How do we learn?” through a neuroeducation lens, on Saturday, May 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Mago Hunt Center. All are welcome; a $15 fee includes lunch and the opportunity to receive […]
Culturally Responsive Practices Workshop, April 23
All are welcome to enjoy an interactive evening discussing culturally responsive practices at a workshop moderated by Rich Christen, education, on Thursday, April 23, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Terrace Room. Christen will introduce seven panelists who, known for their expertise in this area, will each talk about inclusive topics for culturally and […]
MAT Informational, March 31
Faculty, staff, and students are invited to a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Informational on Tuesday, March 31, at 6 p.m., in Franz Hall Murphy Room (room 426). The MAT is an intensive program designed to prepare individuals with baccalaureate degrees for teaching in K-12 schools. MAT graduates earn a masters degree and are […]
Harold Stauffer, 1915-2015
Harold Stauffer, professor emeritus of education, passed away at the age of 99 on Wednesday, March 11. He was a much-loved, well-respected member of the education faculty from 1962 to 1982. His memorial service will take place on Sunday, March 22, at 3 p.m., at Peace Lutheran Church (2201 N Rosa Parks Way). For more […]
Summer Learning Program: Tutors Available
The School of Education is sponsoring a tutoring program for later elementary, middle, and high school students this summer. The program will be held on campus and will run Monday-Thursday, July 6 to August 6, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Students entering grades 4-11 will work with tutors who are master of arts in teaching program candidates […]