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.

April 27, 2026

Fully funded master’s in special education

A $1.25 million federal grant is creating an opportunity for future special educators and behavior analysts to earn a fully funded master’s degree while preparing to meet one of the most urgent needs in schools today.

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.

March 18, 2026

A lifetime of advocacy

Ratcliffe, a four-time graduate of the University of Missouri, is the recipient of the College of Education & Human Development’s Lifetime Alumni Achievement Award, which recognizes alumni whose careers have made a lasting difference in their professions and communities.

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.

Oct. 21, 2025

A picture is worth a thousand words: Multimedia slides help students boost science vocabulary

Assistant professor Jamie Day and her team found that middle school science teachers who incorporated pictures into lessons helped students improve their vocabulary.

Sep. 9, 2025

New free screening tool helps kindergarten teachers spot student needs early

A new, free screening tool is designed to help kindergarten teachers quickly identify which students could benefit from extra academic or social-emotional support.