Site style: Default | Large Text | Text Only
Learn more about degree programs leading to rewarding careers in the education and health professions.
Welcome from Dean Greenwood
"We teach, study, serve, inquire, innovate, lead and inspire." »
Graduate of College Receives Olympic-Sized Welcome Home
Pole-vaulter April Steiner-Bennett, a physical education teacher at Hellstern Middle School in Springdale, finished eighth in a field of 12 in her Olympic competition, clearing 14 feet, 11 inches. She received a Bachelor of Science in Education from the College of Education and Health Professions in 2003.
Kauffman Scholars Visit Nursing School
Kathleen Barta, associate professor of nursing at the University of Arkansas, taught several groups of Kauffman Scholars who visited campus this summer to learn about college and explore career choices. The rising eighth-graders from Kansas City chose from among several areas of study, but they also took part in fun activities and facility tours. The Kauffman program, which is funded by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, supports at-risk, urban youth through high school and college. In the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing, Barta taught the students how to assess vital signs such as heart rate, respiration and blood pressure and how to put on sterile gloves to protect a patient from infection.
Secretary Spellings Appoints Costrell to Technical Advisory Panel
Robert Costrell, holder of an endowed chair in education accountability at the University of Arkansas, has been appointed to the National Technical Advisory Council. Read more »
President Bush Nominates Wolf for Research Advisory Board
Patrick Wolf, holder of an endowed chair in school choice at the University of Arkansas, has been nominated by President Bush to serve on the National Board for Education Sciences. Read more »
Holt's Book: Experience Confirms 18 Steps to School Bond Success
A book written by a University of Arkansas education researcher offers a practical guide to superintendents considering a bond initiative that, when followed, leads to success. Read more »
College Helps Fayetteville Teachers Prepare for New School Year
Teachers in the Fayetteville School District have a veritable smorgasbord of professional development opportunities to choose from in August. Read more »
Follow Olympians with Ties to University of Arkansas
Education, Engineering Officials Explore Collaboration with United Arab Emirates
A University of Arkansas delegation visited higher education institutions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in April, meeting with leaders there to explore opportunities for collaborative partnerships. Read more »
Study Pinpoints Reasons for Principal Shortage
The University of Arkansas' educational leadership program has released a major study that found the No. 1 reason teacher leaders do not want to become principals is the pressures of testing and accountability. Read more »
College Announces Administrative Changes
Nan Smith-Blair, associate professor of nursing, began serving July 1 as interim director of the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing at the University of Arkansas. Read more »
Announcements & Reminders
College of Education and Health Professions Annual Report 2008
Subscribe Here to Intramural/Recreational Sports Program Monthly ePlay Newsletter
Information on Late Administrative RegistrationsThe College of Education and Health Professions scholarship application period for the 2009-2010 academic year will open Jan. 1, 2009.
If you have questions or concerns regarding the scholarship process, please contact Erin Hogue at (479) 575-4420 or via e-mail at ethogue@uark.edu.
Calendar of Events
Related Pages
College of Education and Health Professions | University of Arkansas | Graduate Education Building | Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
Tel: (479) 575-3208 | Fax: (479) 575-3119 | E-mail us | RSS
©2007-2008 College of Education and Health Professions