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April 7, 2026

College of Education & Human Development rises in U.S. News graduate education rankings

The University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development is ranked among the nation’s top graduate education programs, according to the 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.

Kui Xie, Peg McLaughlin, Ana Compain-Romero

March 19, 2026

A true friend of the college

Margaret “Peg” McLaughlin spent more than three decades working in public schools, helping students navigate their academic journeys and supporting the counselors who guide them along the way. Today, her impact on education continues through a remarkable commitment to the College of Education & Human Development.

Ana Compain-Romero, Brad Ekwerekwu, Kui Xie

March 15, 2026

From the field to the forefront of education

For Bradley Ekwerekwu, leadership has always been rooted in service. A three-time Mizzou graduate, Ekwerekwu is the recipient of the College of Education & Human Development’s Mid-Career Alumni Achievement Award, which recognizes alumni who have made significant contributions to their professions and communities.

A close up of an award

March 16, 2025

Excellence celebrated at 2025 Awards Ceremony

The 57th annual College of Education and Human Development Award Ceremony was held March 14, 2025 at the State Historical Society of Missouri.

An empty classroom full of desks

Feb. 24, 2025

Study reveals why teachers are leaving the classroom in the post-pandemic era

Researchers recently surveyed 468 teachers and found that 78% have thought about quitting the profession since the 2020 pandemic.

Keith Herman, MU College of Education and Human Development

Oct. 28, 2024

Mizzou researchers receive grant to help teachers navigate middle school mayhem

A nearly $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education will provide free online training classroom management to 110 middle school teachers in rural Missouri.

Christi Bergin smiling

Feb. 5, 2024

Promoting prosocial behavior in the classroom and beyond

Christi Bergin and eMINTS received an $8 million grant to expand into 80 middle schools to reach 1,200 teachers and administrators as well as 25,000 students.