Kutztown University College of Education

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Vision Statement

The College of Education at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania will continue to serve the Commonwealth by offering programs that reflect the model of lifelong learning within a diverse society. With a standards-based curriculum, the college will provide leadership in the evolving world of birth through adult education. Faculty will embrace a learning-centered philosophy, and ins

truction will be supported by state-of-the-art technology. The College of Education will continue to work collaboratively with the community to provide enriched environments for learning. Departments

The departments housed within Kutztown's nationally accredited College of Education are comprised of faculty members who are devoted to creating the very best educational environments for our students. Each department is led by a department chair who works closely with the Dean and other faculty to make decisions regarding curriculum, program quality, requirements and future programming. At Kutztown, you will find that each department in the College of Education is one with a zest for teaching and learning. The 6 departments are: Elementary Education, Special Education, Secondary Education, Library Science and Instructional Technology, Counseling and Student Affairs, and Clinical Experience and Outreach. Degrees

The College of Education offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in a variety of programs in Library Science, Special Education, Secondary Education, Elementary Education, and Counseling and Student Affairs. PAPA Success Center

The College of Education has opened the Pre-service Test Center to support the success of our pre-candidates on the Basic Skills exams. This resource is being offered in addition to the Efficient Activities & Strategies for Educators (EASE) Success Program on Desire to Learn (D2L). For more information on the College of Education at Kutztown University visit our official website at http://www.kutztown.edu/Education.

Congratulations, Dr. Louis D. Blair! 🎓Congratulations on the successful defense of your dissertation. This incredible ac...
05/27/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Louis D. Blair! 🎓

Congratulations on the successful defense of your dissertation. This incredible achievement also marks the completion of your third degree from Kutztown University: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and now Doctor of Education (Ed.D.).

Once a Golden Bear, always a Golden Bear! 💛

🎓✨ Congratulations to our Spring ’26 Graduates! ✨🎓Your hard work, dedication, and impact have not gone unnoticed. It’s c...
05/15/2026

🎓✨ Congratulations to our Spring ’26 Graduates! ✨🎓

Your hard work, dedication, and impact have not gone unnoticed. It’s clear you’ve made a lasting impression and are ready to step into the classroom and make a difference. Go make your mark; our schools are lucky to have you! 💛

Congrats to Chi Sigma Iota Inductees✨🎓More than 150 students, family members, faculty, and guests gathered to celebrate ...
05/13/2026

Congrats to Chi Sigma Iota Inductees✨🎓

More than 150 students, family members, faculty, and guests gathered to celebrate KU’s newest Chi Sigma Iota inductees. This milestone honors graduate counseling students for their academic excellence, integrity, and commitment to the profession. 💛

Congratulations to Dr. Thomas R. Conway, Associate Dean in Kutztown University’s College of Education, on being elected ...
05/11/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Thomas R. Conway, Associate Dean in Kutztown University’s College of Education, on being elected Second Vice President of the Association of Teacher Educators (ATE)!

Founded in 1920, ATE is the only national individual-membership organization devoted exclusively to teacher education and plays a vital role in advancing educator preparation, professional standards, leadership development, and policy nationwide.

Dr. Conway’s election reflects both his national reputation in educator preparation and Kutztown University’s growing influence in shaping the future of the education workforce.

Three powerful dissertation defenses 🌟Congratulations to Dr. Heather Stay, Dr. Kailyn Herling, and Dr. Casey Gruver on s...
05/08/2026

Three powerful dissertation defenses 🌟

Congratulations to Dr. Heather Stay, Dr. Kailyn Herling, and Dr. Casey Gruver on successfully defending their dissertations at Kutztown University.

From trauma-informed SEL, to teacher identity and pedagogy, to understanding burnout in new secondary teachers, your research pushes education forward in meaningful ways.

Congratulations, Doctors! 🎓

What makes a great teacher? 🍎  It’s the relationships they build, the confidence they inspire, the growth they encourage...
05/05/2026

What makes a great teacher? 🍎

It’s the relationships they build, the confidence they inspire, the growth they encourage, and the safe spaces they create for every student.

Who’s a teacher that made a difference in your life? Let us know below 👇

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎We’re celebrating the amazing educators who make a difference every day. Stay tuned for...
05/04/2026

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎

We’re celebrating the amazing educators who make a difference every day. Stay tuned for more throughout the week!

📚✨ KU at PSLA ✨📚👏 Congratulations to Patience and Emma, recognized as Kutztown University’s undergraduate and graduate s...
04/29/2026

📚✨ KU at PSLA ✨📚

👏 Congratulations to Patience and Emma, recognized as Kutztown University’s undergraduate and graduate student award winners. They were selected by Michelle Sims in recognition of their potential as future librarians and educators during her observation of their student teaching. Both graduates completed their programs this past December.

🎓 Raina Conaway, an Honors student and KU BEARS student researcher, presented her capstone project, “Ready to Go Makerspace Lessons and Project Plans.”

🛠️ Dr. Roseanne Perkins also presented alongside Raina Conaway, Molly Kutz (KU alum and former KU BEARS researcher), and Dr. Deb Duenyas of St. Bonaventure University on their research, “Makerspaces in Action: Insights from PA Educators,” exploring how makerspaces are used in K–12 schools.

We’re proud to see our students, alumni, and faculty making an impact in the field! 💛

🌎💚 Happy Earth Day from the College of Education! 💚🌎
04/22/2026

🌎💚 Happy Earth Day from the College of Education! 💚🌎

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Kutztown, PA
19530

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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