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Karen LandenburgerWelcome to the University of Washington Tacoma Education Program. Our program faculty and staff make every effort to assist you in reaching success. Faculty have an impressive record of research in the areas of school-wide positive behavior supports, response to intervention, culturally-responsive educational practices and effective leadership models. If you want to be a teacher, if you are already a teacher, or you are a current or aspiring leader, come join us and let us help you meet your goals.


Kären Landenburger, Ph.D.
Director


Welcome


UW Tacoma exists to enhance your career and enrich your life through challenging, rewarding educational programs. UW Tacoma's Education Program is the perfect choice for those seeking K-8 teacher certification with special education or english language learners, secondary science or math certification, or for educators seeking to expand their educational background. We offer Teacher Certification with Master of Education, and a Master of Education with various study options for practicing educators, and an Educational Administrator Program.


Doctor of Education (Ed. D.) in Educational Leadership


The Board of Regents of the University of Washington granted authority to the Education Program at the University of Washington, Tacoma to offer the Doctor of Education (Ed. D.) in Educational Leadership degree program, effective summer 2013.
We are currently planning for the implementation of the program. The first information session is scheduled for June 26, 2012. The initial cohort starts summer 2013. Please see the Doctor of Education (Ed. D.) in Educational Leadership website for more information on information sessions, admissions, and program offerings.


Project RTI Grant 


The Project RTI website is intended for use by the University of Washington Teacher Certification Dual Track students and partner schools as well as others interested in learning more about Project RTI. The site includes announcements about new phases of our project, resources and convenient access to materials for site coordinators, current students and partners.

News

  • Upcoming scholarship deadlines and events - May 2012
    As spring quarter nears its end, there are still a few scholarship programs with deadlines upcoming, as well as some fantastic year-end events. This Thursday, May 17 is the 6th Annual Global Honors Colloquium from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in the Carwein Auditorium (KEY 102). Consider attending to explore Global Honors student capstone work in a variety of exciting fields. Upcoming Scholarship Information Sessions:
  • Order Your Study Abroad Graduation Sash
    Calling all UW Tacoma study abroad students!
  • Upcoming scholarship deadlines - April 2012
    Happy spring quarter! Although it is getting late in the school year now, there are still many scholarship programs with deadlines passing in the coming weeks, and several upcoming scholarship-related events. Here is a small sampling of upcoming opportunities:
  • GO! and Fritz Scholarships now accepting applications!
    The next deadline for the GO! and Fritz Scholarships is Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 5 pm. Students studying abroad on programs during summer, early fall, and fall quarters may apply. Students participating in UW programs, Exploration Seminars, University Exchanges, affiliated programs, and unaffiliated programs may apply for the GO! and/or the Fritz Scholarship. The GO! and Fritz Scholarships are available to undergraduates at all three UW campuses.
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