LOGAN, Utah, Jan. 28 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Associate Professor of Psychology Launches Podcast to Enhance Online Education * Jennifer Grewe, associate professor of psychology at Utah State University, has launched a new podcast focused on online instruction, A Curious Learning Curve, as part of her participation in the Dean's Leadership Fellow Program within the Emma Eccles College of Education and Human Services (CEHS). Drawing on her decades of experien more PR

CAMARILLO, California, Jan. 29 -- California State University Channel Islands campus issued the following news release: * * * CSUCI Selected by Carnegie Foundation for 2026 Community Engagement Classification California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) was among more than 230 U.S. colleges and universities including only one of nine CSU campus' who received the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement (CE) Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education  more PR

KENNESAW, Georgia, Jan. 28 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * KSU researcher using VR to improve STEM education * Preethi Titu spent her adolescence preparing to become a doctor, but from a young age she knew she was more interested in teaching. She enjoyed standing at the front of the classroom teaching small topics to her peers and was praised by her teachers in high school for that skill. Ultimately, all students learn differently, and all teachers teac more PR

LEEDS, England, Jan. 28 (TNSjou) -- Leeds Trinity University issued the following news: * * * Urgent maths support needed to boost confidence in science teachers, study finds There is an urgent national need for improved maths support to boost confidence in science teachers and trainees, according to new research led by Leeds Trinity University. The study, The elephant in the science staff room (https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/09500693.2025.2557601?needAccess=true), found that m more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Jan. 29 -- Miami-Dade County Public Schools issued the following news release on Jan. 28, 2026: * * * Roberto Rabelo Named M-DCPS Teacher of the Year, Kristian Jose Luciano is M-DCPS Rookie Teacher of the Year Roberto Rabelo, a social studies/civics teacher at South Miami Middle Community School, has been named the Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2027 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year at a ceremony held this evening at the DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Airport & Convention more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Investing in Teachers and Families Through Paid Parental Leave - A report from National Council on Teacher Quality - January 2026 (26 pages) * * * The National Council on Teacher Quality issued a report presenting an executive summary on paid parental leave policies for teachers across the United States, outlining the scope of current provisions and policy pathways to strengthen support for educators as they balance family and professional responsibilities. The more ST

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 28 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Pennsylvania Teacher Named Finalist for 2026 National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith - secondary teacher at Haverford High School and Pennsylvania's 2025 Teacher of the Year - is a finalist for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. This is the second year in a row that a Pennsylvania educator has been named a finalist for the national honor. * Secretary of Educat more PR

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 29 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law issued the following news: * * * Professor Andrea J. Martin leads panel of renowned scholars on teaching and writing about antisemitism It took place at the Association of American Law Schools Annual Meeting, Jewish Law Section * Professor Andrea J. Martin highlighted the importance of addressing antisemitism through the emerging field of Jewish Legal Studies at the Association of American Law Schools ( more PR

RIVERSIDE, California, Jan. 29 -- The Riverside Community College District issued the following news: * * * RCCD Distance Education Launches New Podcast Series Spotlighting Innovation in Online Teaching and Learning Riverside Community College District (RCCD) Distance Education has launched a new podcast series designed to elevate conversations around online teaching, course design, and student engagement across the district. The series brings together RCCD faculty, staff, and experts in educ more PR

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 29 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news: * * * Amy Orville elevates teacher preparation through award-winning research A Slippery Rock University faculty member is a leading researcher into the effectiveness of teacher preparation models who was recognized for her student-centered approach and collaborative achievements. Amy Orville, SRU assistant professor of curriculum, instruction and educational leadership, received the Outstanding Diss more PR

GENESEO, New York, Jan. 29 -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: * * * SUNY Geneseo Expands Financial Access to Internships During the past two years, SUNY Geneseo disbursed more than $555,000 to 400+ students to offset the costs of unpaid internships and applied learning experiences, including student teaching. "Creating more internships is not enough if students still have barriers to engagement," says Jessie Stack Lombardo, executive director of G more PR

GUILFORD, England, Jan. 28 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * Their Royal Highnesses The Duchess of Edinburgh and The Duke of Kent spotlight Surrey's research and teaching strengths across medicine and engineering * Today (28 January), HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh and the University of Surrey's Chancellor, HRH The Duke of Kent, visited Surrey to celebrate the University's innovation, research and hands-on learning. * * * During their visit, they met s more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: Examining Teacher and School Counselor Strategies for College Readiness and HBCU Exposure for Students - A report from United Negro College Fund - January 2026 (20 pages) - Authored by Tia Dolet, Thirdspace Collective Consulting, LLC; Meredith B.L. Anderson, UNCF and Ashlyn Thomas, M.Ed., UNCF * * * The United Negro College Fund issued a report examining teacher and school counselor strategies for college readiness and HBCU  more ST

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Jan. 29 -- The University of Iowa College of Education issued the following news: * * * Online master's programs move up in national rankings Two of the University of Iowa College of Education's online graduate programs have earned national recognition by U.S. News & World Report. The college's online master's programs--Master of Arts in Teaching, Leadership, and Cultural Competency (MATLCC), and Master of Arts in Educational Leadership--are now ranked No. 25 in the nation,  more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * W&M announces 2026 Charter Day award winners * Two students and two faculty members will be recognized at William & Mary's Charter Day ceremony on Feb. 6 for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the community. This year's honorees are: * Thomas Jefferson Award: Professor of Biology Randolph "Randy" Chambers * Thomas Jefferson Teaching Award: Associate Professor of English Jennifer Lord more PR

BRISTOL, Rhode Island, Jan. 27 -- Roger Williams University posted the following news: * * * Where Human Expertise Meets Artificial Intelligence: How Roger Williams University Prepares Students for an AI-Driven Future * BRISTOL, R.I. - As artificial intelligence becomes more prominent in daily life and professional practice, Roger Williams University is looking ahead - examining how to prepare students to engage with AI thoughtfully, ethically, and creatively as they enter the workforce. O more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Jan. 28 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * Wu named Crop Science Society Fellow * Media Contact: Dean Ruhl | Communications and Media Relations Specialist | 405-744-9152 | dean.ruhl@okstate.edu The Crop Science Society of America has awarded Dr. Yanqi Wu, a professor in the Oklahoma State University Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, with a 2025 CSSA Fellowship, the society's highest honor for leaders in research, teaching, Extension or  more PR