College of Education and Professional Studies

 

▼   Vision Statement
The vision of the College of Education and Professional Studies is to prepare exemplary professionals committed to life-long learning who are leaders in contributing to the betterment of our diverse and dynamic world.
▼   Mission Statement
The mission of the College of Education and Professional studies is to transform our community and expand our outreach through a commitment to excellence in education and human services, advancement of innovative research, and supporting the dedicated service of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
▼   Commitment to a College Environment that Promotes Respect for All Identities

The College of Education and Professional Studies is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment where every student's unique identity is valued and respected, and in which students feel safe to explore their intellectual, interpersonal and professional development in order to serve competently in a multicultural world.

The risk of engaging in bias is always present and requires constant vigilance. Faculty, staff and administrators of the College of Education and Professional Studies are dedicated to making an active, conscious, and intentional effort to provide educational experiences, conduct research, and provide community service in a manner which furthers our collective capacity for civil discourse, which actively combats racism, sexism and other forms of bigotry, and which reflects an appreciation for diverse values and cultures of all people.

 

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Three South Graduates Named Teachers of the Year
Three South Graduates Named Teachers of the Year
Wednesday - March 12, 2025
All three teachers recognized by Mobile County Public Schools as its 2025 Teachers of the Year earned degrees from the University of South Alabama. A committee selected the winners -- Krissy Brown, elementary school Teacher of the Year; Justine Wilson, middle school Teacher of the Year; and Roseann Byrd, high school Teacher of the Year -- and will forward their applications to be considered by the state for Alabama's Teacher of the Year recognition.
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Former Disney Executive Will Speak to South Audience
Former Disney Executive Will Speak to South Audience
Wednesday - March 12, 2025
The University of South Alabama, Flagship of the Gulf Coast, welcomes Lee Cockerell, former executive vice president of operations for Walt Disney World Resort, as a virtual guest speaker for HTM 396 - Career Planning on Thursday, March 20 at 9:30 a.m. in University Commons (UCOM) Room 3212.
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Colquhoun Named USA's Sun Belt Conference Faculty of the Year
Colquhoun Named USA's Sun Belt Conference Faculty of the Year
Tuesday - February 18, 2025
University of South Alabama student-athletes honored Dr. Ryan Colquhoun as the University's finalist for Sun Belt Conference Faculty of the Year during the Feb. 15 Jaguar basketball game at Mitchell Center. Student-athletes Rhyan Connolly (women's soccer) and Sam Williams (football) presented the award to Colquhoun, reflecting the strong connections he has built with student-athletes.
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