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Nicolle Salomon, a recent graduate of ±«Óãtv’s Master of Arts in Teaching program in Elementary Education, is beginning her teaching career with a focus on literacy. Through internships, research, and mentorship, Salomon gained real-world experience in local classrooms and is now preparing to pursue a doctoral degree while continuing to teach. Her journey reflects ±«Óãtv’s commitment to preparing compassionate, highly skilled educators who serve and strengthen our communities.

August 8, 2025Student Life

Student Spotlight: Dulcey Hunter, doctoral student and Women in Leadership and Philanthropy Scholar

Discover how Dulcey Hunter’s passion for education, travel, and personal growth is shaping her journey as a doctoral student—explore her Q&A.

July 22, 2025Student Life

Kathleen Porcelli finished just one semester into the College of Education at ±«Óãtv Sarasota-Manatee, but the experience has already confirmed her calling to become a teacher. From navigating the unknown to developing a deeper understanding of the impact educators have, Kathleen shares how her first few months have been both inspiring and transformative.

July 14, 2025Student Life

From ±«Óãtv to the pros: Meet grad student and soccer star Vivianne Bessette

While pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at ±«Óãtv, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.

July 1, 2025Student Life

Student Spotlight: Paige Glossop is crossing the graduation stage—but her ±«Óãtv story is far from over

With a strong foundation in exercise science, Paige Glossop is staying at ±«Óãtv to pursue her master’s degree and continue her work with the Exercise is Medicine On Campus initiative.

May 6, 2025Student Life

Angelica Repaci is stepping into the spotlight as a ±«Óãtv commencement speaker

She’s about to lead her own classroom—get to know Angelica Repaci, a passionate future educator known for her creativity, compassion, and commitment to inspiring young learners to make a difference.

May 2, 2025Student Life

Student Spotlight: Cassie D'Addeo

A doctoral student in the counselor education program at the ±«Óãtv, D'Addeo is earning accolades for her exceptional contributions to school counseling.

April 3, 2025Student Life

Student Experience: Port Tampa Bay

Math and science are hard at work at Port Tampa Bay and ±«Óãtv College of Education students had a great view of all the action.

April 13, 2023Student Life

The Benefits to Living in ±«Óãtv’s Education Living Learning Community

If you’re looking to join a community that helps you learn alongside other students who share your passion for the education profession, joining ±«Óãtv's Education Living Learning Community might be the perfect opportunity for you.

June 3, 2022Student Life

Photo Gallery: Spring Class of 2022 Graduation Caps

Check out some of the graduation cap designs created by College of Education graduates that caught our eye during ±«Óãtv’s spring commencement ceremonies.

May 11, 2022Student Life

Doctoral student receives ±«Óãtv Golden Bull Award

Michelle Angelo-Rocha, a graduate student in the College of Education, was awarded the ±«Óãtv Golden Bull Award, one of the highest honors presented to deserving undergraduate and graduate students at the university.

April 25, 2022Student Life

Doctoral student receives ‘People’s Choice’ award at ±«Óãtv Graduate Research Symposium

Mohammed Alqahtani, a graduate student in the ±«Óãtv College of Education, received a People’s Choice Award for his research project presented at the university’s Graduate Student Research Symposium.

April 7, 2022Academics, Student Life