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Department of Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education News

The Department of Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education delivers and provides instruction in innovative research that informs the educational process from early childhood through higher education. Our curriculum prepares graduates for leadership positions in diverse settings and roles, provides foundational support for programs across the university, and investigates educational policy to inform practice in P-12 through higher education.

Current Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education News

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51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Professor Federick Ngo earns high marks for his devotion to teaching and to breaking down barriers that hinder college access and student success.

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The College of Education's National Institute for the Advancement of Education awarded four faculty research grants that will explore potential solutions for retaining Nevada's teachers.

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The two-time alumnus and now doctoral student helps show prospective Rebels everything 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó has to offer as assistant director for visitor experience and engagement.

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News highlights starring 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó students and faculty who made local and national headlines.

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A roundup of the top news stories featuring 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó students and faculty.

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51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó-led grant project creates a hub for faculty across the country to share resources, learn, and collaborate with each other.

Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education In The News

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It’s been more than a year since the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a ruling that struck down affirmative action in colleges and universities, and the consequences of that ruling have finally reached the surface.

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It’s been more than a year since the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a ruling that struck down affirmative action in colleges and universities, and the consequences of that ruling have finally reached the surface.

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A 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÃâ·ÑApp mom and other parents are working on bringing families interested in homeschooling their kids all under one roof. For the first time in years, the Nevada Homeschool Convention is coming to town.

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President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to abolish the United States Department of Education. What would such a change mean for Nevada public schools?

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Americans spend a lot of money on sports every year. Sports franchises in the U.S. bring in nearly $40 billion in yearly revenue, with money coming from ticket and merchandise sales, media rights, and sponsorship fees. Even with technology making major televised games accessible from anywhere, many serious fans still prefer live action — and the best seats in the house.

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Americans spend a lot of money on sports every year. Sports franchises in the U.S. bring in nearly $40 billion in yearly revenue, with money coming from ticket and merchandise sales, media rights, and sponsorship fees. Even with technology making major televised games accessible from anywhere, many serious fans still prefer live action — and the best seats in the house.

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Recent Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education Accomplishments

Brittani Sterling (Libraries), social sciences and interdisciplinary studies librarian and assistant professor, was featured in the Dec. 12 edition of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÃâ·ÑApp Weekly, in the article, "Multicultural campus: 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó has potential to become a diversity destination," alongside Steven Nelson (Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher…
Holmes Scholar Mayra Marquez-Mendez (Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education) was featured in the spotlight reflection piece for her participation in the AACTE Holmes Dissertation Retreat 2024. In the article, Marquez-Mendez shares the significant impact of the retreat on her research journey, emphasizing the vital role…
Megan Griffard (Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education) and colleagues from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill published an original research article, "Resiliency Fatigue for Rural Residents following Repeated Natural Hazard Exposure," in Ecology and Society. The piece examines how residents of Eastern North…
Megan Griffard (Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education) was interviewed by 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÃâ·ÑApp 8 News Now's Ozzy Mora about the rise of homeschooling as an alternative educational model for K-12 learning and Nevada's policies and regulations for parents who are interested in pursuing homeschooling for their children. 
LeAnne Salazar-Montoya (Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education) and 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó alumni Brione Minor Mitchell's work has been published, "The Tenets and Foundation Building for Academic Success: Preparing Graduate Students and Postdocs for Professional Growth in the publication by IGI Global Scientific Publishing, "Educational Philosophy…
Jacob D. Skousen (Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education) and colleagues at Brigham Young University published the article "Reflections 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Educational Leadership: Leadership Lessons Learned From School Building Leaders at the End of a Career in Public Education" in the Journal of School Leadership. This qualitative study…