COLLEGE OF

Education and Human Development

News

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.

Please configure this component to see content.
Family eats holiday meal

Photo courtesy of Storyblocks

Family eats holiday meal

Talking holiday pressures with U of M

The holiday season can bring many stressors: from loneliness and financial concerns to limited time for gatherings with family and friends. Tai Mendenhall, a family therapist and professor in the College of Education and Human Development's Department of Family Social Science, shares how to manage stress over the holidays.

Continue Reading

Upcoming events

Research & Innovation Day Research & Innovation Day

CEHD Research & Innovation Day showcases the impact of college research on our lives. This open house-style event features poster presentations from select students and faculty in the College of Education and Human Development.

Chase Lecture Series 2025 Chase Lecture Series 2025

The 2025 Chase Lecture will feature poet and author Bao Phi. It is co-sponsored by Curriculum and Instruction, CEHD, the U of M's Children’s Literature Research collection, home of the Kerlan, and Kerlan Friends. Free and open to the public.

CEHD End of Year Career Fair CEHD End of Year Career Fair

Are you graduating or looking for a full-time career opportunity starting this summer? Come explore full-time positions in career area(s) relevant across CEHD undergraduate degree programs at the CEHD End of the Year Career Fair!

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.

Please configure this component to see content.

Our expertise and knowledge guide

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.

For the media

Contact Sarah Jergenson at sarahj@umn.edu
to request an interview with any of our experts.