College of Education

Congratulations to our exceptional faculty members on their well-deserved promotions for the 2026-27 academic year! 🤘 #HornsUp #WhatStartsHere

As Charles R. Martinez Jr. steps down as dean of the College of Education at the end of this summer, he leaves an enduring legacy defined by progress, partnership and purpose. His leadership and vision will continue to shape the future. Read more: bit.ly/4uOUW3g

How one honors student and cheerleader balanced her academic demands with athletics. Read more: bit.ly/3Pa3FxP #UT26 #COEGrad #HookEm

THANK YOU to everyone who gave back this #UT40for40🤘 Your gift will help us change the world as we continue to develop the next generation of leaders in education, health and sport. #HookEm

It’s the final countdown! Our Texas-sized day of giving ends at 10 p.m (CT) – give now for a brighter, burnt orange tomorrow: linktr.ee/COE40forForty #UT40for40

Your support is an investment in the next generation of Texas leaders. Our Texas Education Scholars are aspiring educators and community leaders in health behavior, sports culture and human movement. Give back, change the world: linktr.ee/COE40forForty #UT40for40

What starts here, changes education. UT Elementary's mission is to develop students into lifelong learners. Your #UT40for40 gift provides opportunities for little learners to dream big: linktr.ee/COE40forForty

What starts here, changes lives. Your gift empowers multilingual children and families through community-centered research at the EMPOWER Lab. Give now: linktr.ee/COE40forForty #UT40for40

40 Hours for the Forty Acres starts now! Make your #UT40for40 gift today – your support helps our students prepare to make an impact on education, health and sport in Texas and beyond: linktr.ee/COE40forForty

U.S. Paralympic Sled Hockey goalie, four-time Paralympic gold medalist and Army veteran Jen Lee’s inspiring story will take center stage as he delivers the 2026 College of Education Commencement keynote address. Read more: bit.ly/4cOGYau #Paralympics #TeamUSA #HornsUp

Spring 2026 graduate and special education teacher Destiny Arambula, certified in both special and general education, is already making an impact in the classroom, serving students in public schools with diverse learning needs. Read more: bit.ly/4crmbcO #SPE #HookEm

Spring 2026 graduate & KHE triple major Simeen Jumma is turning hands-on experience into a clear path forward. As an athletic trainer & sports medicine aide for @texaswbb, she gained valuable insight into her career and plans to pursue an advanced degree: bit.ly/41CunSt

The countdown is ON! We're one week away from kicking off our annual giving campaign, #UT40for40! Join Longhorn Nation to support people, places and pursuits across UT: linktr.ee/COE40forForty

Spring 2026 graduate & Sport Management major Mark Cho made the most of his time in KHE, from sports agency internships to serving as a student manager for Texas Football. Read more: bit.ly/4cjMe5y

In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Professor of Special Education Mark O’Reilly shares insights on the complexities of the autism spectrum, emerging research and why early diagnosis is so critical. Read more: bit.ly/3OHdMdd #AutismAwareness #WhatStartsHere

Put your #HornsUp Longhorns 🤘 The College of Education is ranked No. 6 Best Education School in the nation by @usnews – and No. 4 among publics! Plus, 7 of our 8 ranked specialty programs are in the top 10. Read more: bit.ly/4sTKMxJ

We’re celebrating our COE Distinguished College and College Scholars 🤘 These UT Scholars are among the highest-achieving students on the Forty Acres. See the full list of honorees: bit.ly/4m6RRZg #HookEm #WhatStartsHere

Jane Gray, associate professor of educational psychology, began a therapy training clinic for doctoral students to practice cognitive behavioral therapy with UT Elementary families. Read more: bit.ly/4dL3DX5 #WhatStartsHere

Public school leaders play a vital role in charting a clear path to meet the needs of schools and communities. For many early-career teachers, strong mentorship can be a game changer. Read more: bit.ly/4bvBSPy #WhatStartsHere #TexasTHRIVE

Last week, we celebrated our outstanding faculty and staff at our annual end-of-year awards ceremony 🤘 The event also featured a performance by the Dean’s List, a band that includes deans from @UTexasLaw, @UTexasPharmacy, UT School of Social Work—and our very own Dean Martinez.