The School of Education is authorized by the Colorado State Board of Education to provide licensure and endorsement programs. All M.A. degree-seeking candidates must successfully complete a capstone project (CAP) in order to meet requirements for the degree.

We are dedicated to inspiring and empowering the cultivation of educational leaders who embrace diversity, facilitate change, and contribute to the learning and inclusion of all students, particularly in rural regions.

Departments

• Education     
• Higher Education Administration and Leadership    

Education Faculty

Director

• Dr. Curtis Garcia

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education (graduate)

• Dr. Curtis Garcia, Coordinator

Curriculum and Instruction

• Dr. Michele Mann, Coordinator

Educational Leadership (graduate)

• Dr. Curtis Garcia, Coordinator

Field Services

• Dr. Kieran Nduagbo, Coordinator

Initial Licensure

• Chrissy McKinney, Coordinator

STEM/Endeavor

• Dr. Michele Mann, Coordinator

Professors

• Joaquín Vilá, Ph.D.

Associate Professors

• Curtis Garcia, Ph.D.

Assistant Professors

• Michele Mann, Ph.D.
• Kieran Nduagbo, Ph.D.
• Justine Schwartz, Ph.D.

Higher Education Administration and Leadership Faculty

Chair

• Melissa L. Freeman, Ph.D., Visiting Assistant Professor