College of Education & Human Development

.@GeorgiaStateU has appointed Candace R. Kuby as dean of the College of Education & Human Development, effective Aug. 1! Read more about her appointment: news.gsu.edu/2026/04/30/can…

"I just want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of my professors. Your guidance, support and dedication have truly made a difference in my journey. Thank you for believing in me, even during times when I doubted myself." -EternalJoi Holmes #TeacherAppreciationWeek

She also received a college-branded swag bag. Looking forward to seeing you on campus in August, Lanijah! @TeachinthePeach @georgiadeptofed

As part of Educator Signing Day today, high school senior Lanijah Smith committed to a career in education and will attend Georgia State University this fall! She was celebrated at the @HoustonCountySD Board of Education auditorium in Perry, Ga.

"I’ve had Dr. Gueh as a teacher and mentor for the two years of my master’s program in school counseling. He is constantly concerned for the growth of our program and the care of his students." -Cathleen Dowis, school counseling student #TeacherAppreciationWeek

It's Educator Signing Day! Assistant Dean Carla Tanguay and Clinical Associate Professor Katie Kurumada were there to help celebrate students who are committed to becoming educators. We wish these students all the best! @TeachinthePeach @georgiadeptofed

"It was clear in every lesson, activity and conversation that Dr. Fernandes Williams put so much love, intention and thought into creating a meaningful learning experience for us. Her passion for teaching made the class feel welcoming." -Alexis Alvarez #TeacherAppreciationWeek

"Dr. Behizadeh has truly expanded our understanding of education policy by bringing it to life. In her class, we were not only introduced to theoretical frameworks, but also had the opportunity to engage directly with policymakers." -Yilin Yang #TeacherAppreciationWeek

"Matthew Babb was such an amazing professor this semester. ... I obtained the information and enjoyed every class. Out of all my years as a student, Mr. Babb is now and will always be my favorite teacher." -Rycheal Walker #TeacherAppreciationWeek

"Dr. Anderson has played an important role in helping me understand how to effectively plan and deliver instruction for diverse learners. In her class, I learned how to break down lessons in a way that is clear, structured and accessible for students." #TeacherAppreciationWeek

For #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we asked our students to send in kudos for their favorite faculty members, part-time instructors and graduate teaching assistants. And they delivered! We'll be posting them all week to celebrate the outstanding educators in our college.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! To kick things off, we're celebrating CEHD alumnus Michael Pope (B.S.Ed. '99), who will be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame this summer: t.gsu.edu/3OPKE3K

They did it! Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Ed.D. graduates!

Congratulations to all our graduates earning their Doctor of Education degrees and being celebrated today!

Dean Paul Alberto officially confers the graduates’ degrees!

Dionne Cowan, executive director of the college’s Principals Center and a faculty member in our educational leadership program, speaks to our Ed.D. graduates. 🎓

Our Ed.D. Hooding and Commencement has begun! Dean Paul Alberto is bringing greeting on behalf of our college.

Our graduates and faculty are here and getting ready for our commencement ceremony!

We’re all set up for our Ed.D. graduates!

Today, our college celebrates our 2025-2026 Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) graduates and degree candidates at our Ed.D. Hooding and Commencement! We’re excited to recognize these individuals for their accomplishments. Congratulations!