Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis News

the ELPA department poses with three influential people from Cleve McDaniel's life

Oct. 29, 2026

$1 Million Gift Honors Olin Cleve McDaniel and Supports Aspiring Higher Education Leaders 

A $1 million gift from the estate of O. Cleve McDaniel, Ph.D. ’97, will support professional development opportunities for graduate students in Mizzou’s Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis program, carrying forward the legacy of a higher education leader committed to serving others.
Jesse Hall

Aug. 18, 2026

2026 Faculty Promotions
Jesse Hall during summer

July 21, 2026

From Missouri to the world: CEHD honors faculty advancing research, teaching and human impact 

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David Mason is awarded a check from the Milken Family Foundation

July 19, 2026

Mizzou alumnus Dave Mason’s positive leadership transforms lives — and earns one of education’s highest honors 

When Dave Mason walked across the stage to receive one of the nation’s most prestigious honors for educators, he wasn’t thinking about himself.  He was thinking about his students. 
Jesse Hall surrounded by blooming flowers

July 14, 2026

PK-12 Educational Leadership and Administration programs receive national recognition 

The University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development’s PK-12 educational leadership programs have earned national recognition for meeting the highest standards in preparing future school principals and superintendents. 
Jesse Hall

June 29, 2026

CEHD Announces Inaugural Cohort of Dean’s Faculty Fellows

The University of Missouri College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) has selected its first cohort of Dean’s Faculty Fellows, launching a new leadership development initiative designed to engage faculty in advancing the college’s strategic priorities. 
Leading the Way in Missouri honorees: Christopher Brandriff, Crestview Middle School Principal, Rockwood School District; Ben Johnson, Superintendent, Delta C-7 School District; Grenita Lathan, Superintendent, Springfield Public Schools; Abigail Verts, 7th Grade Science Teacher, California R-1 School District. Moderated by Helen Porter.

May 19, 2026

Annual Hook Center Assembly brings leaders together to advance Missouri’s public schools

Educational leaders from across Missouri gathered at the University of Missouri on February 28, 2026 for the annual Hook Center Assembly, a day focused on strengthening public education through collaboration and leadership.
Undergraduate Commencement ceremony, students

May 17, 2026

Mizzou Made: Honoring May 2026 graduates

A total of 485 students from the University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development were recognized during May commencement ceremonies, celebrating graduates prepared to serve, lead and make an impact in communities across Missouri and beyond.
Nate Brinkley with ELPA panel at Hook Center Assembly

May 10, 2026

Leading with purpose: Nathaniel Brinkley

As a graduate student in the University of Missouri’s Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis program, Nathaniel Brinkley has focused on how strong school culture, intentional leadership and supportive systems can help both students and educators succeed.
a group of people smiling for the camera

April 8, 2026

Lessons from the legislature

The Education, Leadership, and Policy Analysis (ELPA) department brought its graduate students and faculty to the Missouri Capitol for a full day of direct engagement with the people shaping education across the state. The visit offered a clear view of how policy takes shape and how future leaders can influence it.