From Behind the Desk to In Front of the Room
Fort Hays State University is built on the foundation and beliefs that an advanced education can transform an individual’s entire world. As we continue to provide programs and curricula that foster creativity and inspire purposeful change, we seek to also equip our current students with the tools to become world-class educators and deliver the same genuine support to the next generation of learners.
The College of Education is committed to offering quality programs that prepare those interested in a wide spectrum of educational services so they can meet – and exceed – state and national standards. These programs offered through our college have been accredited through the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) and the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). In addition, we are proud to have earned the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Higher Education Recognition. This distinction affirms our commitment to preparing educators who can leverage technology in blended and online learning environments, empowering students through innovative, pedagogically sound practices.
Welcome from the Dean
Welcome to the College of Education at Fort Hays State University! We enjoy showcasing the many successes of our candidates, faculty, and staff. We take great pride in preparing early childhood, elementary and secondary teachers, special education teachers, school specialists in reading, library media, English as a Second Language, counselors and school administrators for schools. We also prepare community counselors and business/industrial personnel. We offer bachelor’s, master’s and education specialist degrees housed in two outstanding departments: Advanced Education Programs and Teacher Education.
Our ISTE recognition highlights our leadership in technology integration for teaching and learning. This recognition ensures that our graduates acquire the skills needed to thrive in digital learning environments, making them highly attractive to top employers and positioning them to lead conversations about educational technology in their schools and communities.
We invite you to explore our site and learn more about the people, programs, and initiatives that drive us to achieve the college's research, teaching and service mission.
Dean, College of Education
Anschutz Professor of Education and Professor of Physics