College of Education & Human Development

This fall, the University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) welcomes four new faculty members specializing in social work, organizational change and early childhood education. These faculty members bolster the college’s programs in social work (MSW), human relations administration and early childhood education, while deepening its broad expertise in supporting children…

With the start of the 2025-2026 academic year, the University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) is pleased to announce new leadership in its School of Education (SOE), Children’s Campus and Delaware Institute for Excellence in Early Childhood (DIEEC). School of Education On August 24, Christina Budde, associate professor in the SOE, […] The post New Leadership in the C…

Read the latest on CEHD faculty, staff and programs featured in news publications. September 2026 Dominique J. Baker As more colleges surpass $100,000 price tag, here’s the true cost, The Washington Post, September 1 The Student Debt Crisis Needs More Than Another Repayment Plan, Dame Magazine, September 2 August 2026 Dominique J. Baker For Higher […] The post CEHD In The News appeared first on C…

In response to the needs of Delaware communities and beyond, the University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development will host a social work conference from 12 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 8, 2026, at Clayton Hall and Conference Center in Newark, Delaware. Titled “Cultures of Healing: Innovative Pathways for Social Work Practice,” the […] The post Social Work Conference on the Cultures of Heal…

In mid-August, Google announced a big change for this back-to-school season: AI features are now available in Google Classroom for all K-12 students — not just students 18 or older. With such easy access to AI tools and little guidance on how to use them, many teachers may be overwhelmed by this intimidating technology. With […] The post AI in the K-12 Classroom appeared first on College of Educa…

As summer winds down, rising college freshmen across the country are trading familiar routines for new college campuses, classes and friend groups. While this time is often exciting for new students, the transition can also be challenging for students with disabilities, especially those who also identify as Black or trans. As members of two or […] The post Welcoming All Students to College appear…

Driven to give back from a young age, native Delawareans and UD students Grace DiGiacomo and Lauria Tana-Dawson knew they wanted careers that made a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Through the University of Delaware, they found their path in the people-centered, mission-focused human services major. As part of the major, DiGiacomo and […] The post Serving with Care appeared first on…

Growing up as the oldest sibling to a younger brother and sister shaped the way that University of Delaware Associate Professor Mellissa S. Gordon learned to communicate and cope with challenges. As a single parent, her mother often looked to Gordon to set an example and, over time, she found herself acting as a parental […] The post Research Spotlight: Mellissa S. Gordon appeared first on Colleg…

During a reading lesson, Mateo, an elementary multilingual learner (MLL) in a Delaware public school, read “sit” as “seat.” Jon Kittle, his reading interventionist, walked him through the short vowel sound, but Mateo made the same “mistake” and grew frustrated. Kittle began to wonder if these “errors” were actually the result of Mateo applying what […] The post Breaking Barriers for Multilingual …

In a middle school math classroom, students often feel pressured to understand new concepts immediately and get the “answers” right on the first try. They may also be hesitant to share their thinking in front of classmates, especially when math is framed only with “right” and “wrong” solutions. With these challenges in mind, University of […] The post The Impact of Rough Draft Math appeared first…

When Max Orland graduated from high school in 2006, he faced a choice. He could enroll in a life skills program near his home in Westport, Connecticut, continue living with his parents, take classes exclusively with other students with disabilities and accept a job someone else chose for him. Instead, Orland wanted what many high […] The post Opening doors through inclusion appeared first on Coll…

Inspired by her middle school social studies teacher, University of Delaware Associate Professor Stephanie Smith Budhai has always believed that a classroom should be a space where students feel valued and nurtured. As a seasoned educator herself, she has helped teachers create these spaces using technology to help students meet learning outcomes, develop their skills […] The post Research Spotli…

With relaxed schedules, trips to the swimming pool and long days spent outside, summer brings a welcome break from the harried pace of the school year. But it may also bring about the summer slide, or learning loss. College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) faculty and staff members Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Andrea Glowatz and […] The post Stop the Summer Slide appeared first on College…

In partnership with the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) and the Delaware Association of School Administrators, UD’s School Success Center (SSC) and Partnership for Public Education (PPE), housed within the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), welcomed nearly 550 educators to the 24th annual Policy and Practice Institute on June 17, 2026, at Dover […] The post Policy and Prac…

When you think about getting a Ph.D., images of books piled high and long, solitary nights at the library or lab may come to mind. But at the University of Delaware, doctoral education is far from solitary. In fact, mentorship is a cornerstone of the student experience, helping students navigate the hidden curriculum of academia, […] The post Model Mentorship appeared first on College of Educatio…

At the University of Delaware’s College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), we don’t just prepare excellent teachers—we are excellent/world-class teachers. By modeling the high-quality instruction and dedication they teach their students, our faculty set the standard for what exceptional teaching looks like across all of our academic programs. In keeping with this commitment to […] The pos…

Domestic violence services faced unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, when stay-at-home orders increased isolation for survivors and disrupted the systems designed to support them. New research from the University of Delaware examined how domestic violence response networks, or coordinated community response (CCR) systems across 25 states and territories, adapted during the cris…

Sixteen University of Delaware undergraduate students have been selected as Community Engagement Summer Scholars and Fellows for 2026. “From improving middle school student literacy in Delaware to addressing human rights issues in South Africa, the spectrum of this year’s projects shows that community engagement is not limited by discipline,” said Leann Moore, associate director of CEI. “The […] …

As a child and adolescent development researcher with a social work background, University of Delaware Assistant Professor Jin Yao Kwan understands how true the familiar proverb “it takes a village to raise a child” is for parents. With Father’s Day around the corner, Kwan shares findings from his research and practice that show just how […] The post Research Spotlight: Jin Yao Kwan appeared firs…

In partnership with the Delaware Association of School Administrators and the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), the University of Delaware School Success Center (SSC) and Partnership for Public Education, housed within the College of Education and Human Development, will host the 24nd annual Policy and Practice Institute from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, […] The post Policy and Practice …