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Each April, the National Association for the Education of Young Children celebrates Week of the Young Child, recognizing the importance of high-quality early childhood care and education (ECE) and advocating for the professionals that make it possible. Rena Hallam, University of Delaware professor and interim dean of UD’s College of …

The University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) was thrilled to welcome Michael Saylor, chief of staff at the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), to its Newark campus as its inaugural “Dean for the Day” on March 30, 2026. The new college initiative invites local leaders in …

This April, the University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) will host the Marion H. Steele Research Symposium to share and celebrate the innovative research of its undergraduate and graduate students in education, human development and related disciplines. This year’s annual event will take place from 12:30 …

The education graduate programs in University of Delaware’s College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) have advanced five places in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 rankings, placing the programs within the top 10% of all education programs across the nation. Housed within CEHD’s School of Education (SOE), the education …

University of Delaware women’s basketball alumna Elena Delle Donne will be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026, the organization announced today. She will be the first Fightin’ Blue Hen to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. The …

Dr. Nancy Jordan, the Dean Family Endowed Chair of Education and professor of learning sciences in the School of Education at the University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development, was named the university’s recipient of the Conference USA (CUSA) 2026 Faculty Achievement Award, the league announced Thursday. The …

Imane Ngassa, a sophomore operations management major, enrolled in Summer Session courses at the University of Delaware last summer, and she plans to enroll again this year. “Sometimes it’s hard to be motivated to learn at the beginning of fall and spring semesters,” she said. “Continuous learning is how I …

With specialized training in human development, human services and social systems, social workers are uniquely positioned to support communities in times of crisis or challenging life changes. With its master of social work program (MSW) and community outreach, the University of Delaware College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) works …

As principal of Springer Middle School and the recipient of the 2026 Delaware Principal of the Year Award, University of Delaware alumnus Sterling Seemans has built a meaningful career in school leadership. But instead of touting these achievements, Seemans approaches each day with humility, gratitude and a deep respect for …

During Women’s History Month, University of Delaware Associate Professor Lauren P. Bailes is taking a closer look at why males continue to outnumber females in school leadership roles, despite equivalent years of experience. “To our knowledge, this is the first study that examines assistant principals’ applications when they are still …