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Introducing Dean Laanan

Beyond being Dean, Dr. Frankie Santos Laanan is also a professor in the Departments of Education, Culture, & Society as well as Educational Leadership & Policy. He believes in education as a tool for social good and is dedicated to advancing educational access.

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College of Education Faculty Strengthen Global Learning Pathways in Mexico

University of Utah College of Education faculty recently traveled to Mexico through a U.S. Department of State IDEAS Program initiative to strengthen international education partnerships and future study abroad opportunities.
University of Utah Researcher’s Top-Viewed Study Reveals How Teacher Preparation Shapes the Books Students Encounter in Classrooms

The College of Education's Lauren Aimonette Liang was recognized by Wiley for a top viewed article on teacher training and classroom book choices. Her research shows that courses on diverse and global children’s literature can help teachers choose more...
University of Utah College of Education Scholar Recognized for Top Viewed International Research Article

David Stroupe, Associate Dean of Research and Professor in the University of Utah’s College of Education, has been recognized by Wiley Online Library for authoring a top viewed article published in the Journal of Research in Science Teaching.
Dean Frankie Santos Laanan Receives Marilyn J. Amey Senior Scholar Award

University of Utah College of Education Dean Frankie Santos Laanan has received the Marilyn J. Amey Senior Scholar Award from the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC).