College of Education, University of Memphis

A look from Dr. Keishana B.’s presentation at the annual Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Convention in Baltimore. Dr. Barnes with her co-presenters led a three hour interactive workshop on equipping school personnel with the knowledge and skills to make classrooms more conducive for those with developmental disabilities and delays. Way to represent, Dr. Barnes! #GoTigersGo #SPED #CEC #COE #Education University of Memphis

Today, we recognize Michelle Welch Brasfield, EdD from our Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Research (CEPR) for her recent peer-reviewed publication "Classroom Calming Corners: Peaceful Spaces for Times of Transition." Counseling Psychology doctoral student Sam Raines assisted in this work. Brasfield and her co-authors explore the implementation of classroom calming corners, or designated areas equipped with soft furnishings and soothing materials, to help students manage emotional dysregulation. Their research in elementary and middle school settings found that these calming corners effectively assisted students in returning to a state of equilibrium, allowing them to remain engaged in the learning environment. Both students and teachers reported high satisfaction with this approach. READ MORE (pg.93-11): https://lnkd.in/ee3ZFSNN #Research #CEPR #CPSY #Publication #GoTigersGo #ThisIsMEmphis #COE #Education University of Memphis

Counseling Psychology (CPSY) graduate Alexandra Fuss has been featured in the Harvard Gazette for her research on "medical gaslighting." This term describes situations where patients feel their health concerns are dismissed or minimized by healthcare providers. Dr. Fuss emphasizes that while such experiences are real and impactful, they often lack malicious intent and may result from systemic pressures on medical professionals. READ MORE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #AlumniSpotlight #GoTigersGo #ThisIsMEmphis #CEPR #CPSY #COE University of Memphis

"If you ask me where I'm from, I have to say, 'I'm from the University of Memphis.'" Those words are from our next #FacultyFocus, Dr. Celia Anderson from our Department of Instruction and Curriculum Leadership (ICL), and BOY are we happy that she continues to call #Memphis and the UofM her home. WATCH MORE on Dr. Anderson ⬇️⬇️⬇️ See all of our college's faculty biographies, so far: https://bit.ly/47GRiht #Faculty #GoTigersGo #ICL #COE #Education #ThisIsMEmphis

Today, we recognize Dr. Susan Nordstrom from our Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Research (CEPR) for publishing a thought-provoking article, titled "A Graceful Business: A Catalog of Lessons Learned About Qualitative Inquiry From a Lifetime of Reading Beyond the Canon." Drawing from her extensive reading beyond traditional qualitative inquiry literature, Dr. Nordstrom presents a catalog of lessons that challenge and expand conventional research methodologies. Her work encourages scholars and practitioners to integrate diverse literary influences, fostering more nuanced and innovative qualitative research practices. This publication is a valuable resource for those looking to deepen their understanding and application of qualitative inquiry. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/effFyxXi #Research #CEPR #COE #GoTigersGo #ThisIsMEmphis University of Memphis

Our next Why I Teach takes us to Lakeland Elementary where we find Ashley Gordin ('97). 🎥🔦🎬👩🏫 As a young Memphian, Gordin had two aspirations in life: 1.) Go to The University of Memphis and 2.) become a teacher. Fast forward 28 years, and she'll be the first to tell you that she wouldn't change a thing about her time both at the UofM and in the classroom. Hear her story ⬇️⬇️⬇️ See all of our Why I Teach segments: https://bit.ly/4ilG1rd #GoTigersGo #TigerTeachers #WhyITeach #ThisIsMEmphis

Celebrating Black Alumni: Dr. Cynthia A. Mitchell is a graduate director and associate professor of educational leadership at Christian Brothers University. She came into this position after a nearly 25-year stint at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, working her way up from teacher to the district's manager of leadership development. Dr. Mitchell received her doctorate from the University of Memphis in 2015, with a leadership specialization in urban education. She had been out of school with a master's for over a decade at that point, but there was something about UofM that she felt was a "beacon of knowledge" that would help her and other future leaders make meaningful change in the world of urban education. “I stand on the shoulders of those who came before me—great individuals who worked tirelessly to progress personally while paving the way for me. Their sacrifices are a challenge I embrace, carrying the torch of responsibility to honor their legacy, pay it forward, and strive to make the future and the world a better place.” We're proud to call Mitchell a #Tiger 🐯 #Education #GTG #GoTigersGo #UrbanEducation

Dr. Chrisann Schiro-Geist from our Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Research (CEPR) has just received the Inaugural Service Award from the Association for Rehabilitation, Research, Policy and Education (ARRPE). The award is recognizes an individual who has contributed to national issues relation to service to persons with disabilities from a research, policy and/or education position. Dr. Schiro-Geist's work with The University of Memphis Institute on Disability (UMID) has made noteworthy strides over the years, and this award is just another feather in their cap. Congratulations! READ MORE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #GoTigersGo

Today, we recognize Dr. Laura Casey from our Department of Instruction and Curriculum Leadership (ICL) for publication of Applied Behavior Analysis in Early Childhood in Education. This updated text from Casey's earlier publication, which was just recently translated in Turkish, provides an introduction into ABA and its impact on children with mental/developmental delays, especially when introduced at a young age. The book is available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes N' Noble, and Routledge, among others. Congratulations, Dr. Casey! #Research #ABA #GoTigersGo #ICL #COE #Education University of Memphis

What an honor it was to host Bertha Looney for a Lunch and Learn at the University of Memphis! Looney is the last surviving member of the Memphis State Eight, the first African American students who courageously integrated then-Memphis State University in 1959. Today, she reflected on her experiences as a student, sharing powerful stories of resilience, sacrifice, and the weight of being a catalyst for change in Memphis. Her journey is a testament to strength and perseverance, and we're grateful for her sharing it with us! #GoTigersGo University of Memphis