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Stay up-to-date with the latest news, upcoming events, and inspiring stories from our vibrant community. Discover groundbreaking research, faculty achievements, student successes, and impactful initiatives shaping the future of education and human development. Whether you’re a current student, alumni, or future leader, explore the highlights and opportunities that make our college a dynamic place to learn, grow, and thrive.

News from CEHD

CEHD hosts Policy Luncheon on computer science education CEHD hosts Policy Luncheon on computer science education

On February 17, 2025, the College of Education and Human Development hosted a Policy Luncheon at the Minnesota State Capitol, bringing together approximately 50 educational leaders, policymakers, to discuss the future of computer science education.

Zoila Ganuza Hoaglund named director of TRIO Upward Bound (UB) Program Zoila Ganuza Hoaglund named director of TRIO Upward Bound (UB) Program

Dr. Zoila Ganuza Hoaglund has accepted the director position of CEHD's TRIO Upward Bound (UB) Program. TRIO UB is a pre-college federal grant program offering intensive and holistic college readiness skill building for high school youth.

CEHD increases its Shanghai Ranking to 21st best school of education in the world CEHD increases its Shanghai Ranking to 21st best school of education in the world

The Shanghai Ranking’s 2024 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects has named the University of Minnesota’s College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) as the 21st best in the nation among schools of education, both public and private.

Dr. Tasneem Anwar shares their international student experience in CEHD Dr. Tasneem Anwar shares their international student experience in CEHD

Dr. Tasneem Anwar, assistant professor, Aga Khan University's Institute for Educational Development, Karachi, Pakistan, shares a little bit about their current experience as well as advice for prospective international students in CEHD.

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CEHD Connect W2025, alumni magazine

Miguel Quiñones

CEHD Connect W2025, alumni magazine

Financial literacy for all

Many people take for granted how easily they navigate money and financial systems. However, for countless individuals, particularly immigrants and refugees, financial struggles stem not from a lack of personal responsibility but from a lack of awareness, understanding, or access to these systems. Miguel Quiñones, a fifth-year PhD candidate in the Department of Family Social Science, hopes to change that.

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Upcoming events

CEHD Finals Fuel Up - April 23 and 24 CEHD Finals Fuel Up - April 23 and 24

CEHD students are invited to stop by McNeal Hall (Room 278) in St. Paul for free coffee, tea, and treats for a fuel up before finals! Vegan and gluten free options will be available. While supplies last.

CEHD Reception at AERA CEHD Reception at AERA

Join us in Denver while CEHD is in town for the AERA (American Educational Research Association) Annual Meeting in April. This event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow CEHD alumni, faculty, staff, and students.

Annual Spring Assembly Annual Spring Assembly

Please join Dean Michael C. Rodriguez to celebrate collegewide award winners, years of service milestones, and our incredible accomplishments over the last year.

2025 Commencement 2025 Commencement

The 2025 CEHD commencement ceremonies will be held Friday, May 16, 2025. The undergraduate ceremony will begin at 10 a.m., and the graduate ceremony will begin at 3 p.m.

2024 CEHD Commencement

Faculty of Color Reception - Spring '25 Faculty of Color Reception - Spring '25

Please join us for the Fall Celebration for CEHD Faculty, Fellows, and Lecturers/Researchers of Color. Socialize with colleagues and friends, celebrate you and your achievements this academic year on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

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With our guide to CEHD research and expertise, members of the media can access expert perspectives on breaking news, local and national trends, policy issues, and emerging research.

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CEHD Connect

THE MAGAZINE FOR THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
CEHD Connect W2025, alumni magazine

A century of advancing developmental science

Winter 2025 

A letter from the Dean: Winter 2025

Advancing language and literacy

CISC: A conversation with the president

Combining sports and business into a career

Culturally responsive financial literacy

For the love of learning

Helping people reach their potential

ICD: A century of advancing developmental science

International faculty, diverse perspectives

International student perspectives

Saluting our international community

This is why I give: Ann Masten

This is why we give: The Mooty family