COEHD NEWS

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UTSA’s COEHD's Dean Welcome Back Message


As Dean of the College of Education and Human Development (COEHD), I am honored to welcome you to The University of Texas at San Antonio. As an emerging international model for developing inclusive and transformative leaders, COEHD is dedicated to supporting students dedicated to leaving a lasting impact through their leadership and practice in education, health, wellness, human development and policy.

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Meeting the mental health care needs of Veterans


With San Antonio being one of the fastest growing areas of the country for Veterans, the need for mental health care for Veterans there is expanding. At South Texas VA, the Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC) internship program is not only helping to meet that need but strengthening VA from within.  

NSF awards grant to Dr. Mejia and Dr. Christiansen for bilingual STEM education initiative


The U.S. National Science Foundation awarded a $419,683 grant to Alex Mejia, Ph.D. and Martha Sidury Christiansen, Ph.D., for their project titled, “Collaborative Research: Racial equity: Bridging conocimiento indigena into U.S. science dual language immersion: Digital curriculum development as a remedy for epistemicide.”

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A Mark of Excellence: The Legacy of Belinda Bustos Flores


With almost 45 years working in education and 30 of those years being with the College of Education and Human Development at UTSA, Belinda Bustos Flores, Ph.D., is leaving a legacy of excellence, change, and hope. Dr. Flores is the Associate Dean for Strategic Partnership, Preparation and Growth, a Professor of Bicultural-Bilingual Studies, UTSA Dual Language Community Lab Schools Partner, and the Founder and Director of The Academy for Teacher Excellence Research Center (ATE).

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The 50th Anniversary of the College of Education and Human Development's First Graduating Class


On August 18, 1974 the College of Education and Human Development recognized it's first graduating class.This milestone honors the pioneering spirits of the early graduates and also reflects how COEHD and The University of Texas at San Antonio has evolved through the decades. 

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NIH Awards UTSA Professors $1.35 Million to Train Next Generation of Biomedical Engineering ‘Superheroes’


It is never too early for students to start their STEM education. Science, technology, engineering and math foster critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, creativity and technology literacy. Those skills are vital for educational and career success. 

Looking for Textbooks this Fall Semester?


Visit the Academy of Teacher Excellence Office (MB 0.500) to check out books for 8:00 am-5:00 pm from Monday - Friday!

Events & Opportunities

Teacher Palooza!

September 04, 2024

11:00 am - 1:00 pm 


MH Portico | UTSA Main Campus


Celebrate being a COEHD student and learn more about teaching. You will have the opportunity to explore the teacher certification process, resources, advising team, student organizations, field placement directors, and more.

Mastering the TExES workshop

Masterng the TExES Workshop

September 12, 2024

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 


UTSA Main Campus | Main Building (MB 0.410)


This workshop will provide the necessary resources to prepare for your TExES exams with Education Specialist, Christina King.

Alonso S. Perales: Civil Rights Trailblazer

Teacher Workshop

October 05, 2024

10:00 am - 1:30 pm 


UTSA Downtown Campus | Durango Building (3.202)


Designer and Presented by Dr. Elizabeth Rivas. Ideal for K-12 social studies teachers. 3 CPEs for qualified teachers.

Imagining Together: Reflecting on the Democratizing Racial Justice Project

October 18-19, 2024 


UTSA Downtown Campus


The event is dedicated to examining and sustaining conversation about what it means to Democratize Racial Justice. After years of Mellon-funded work, we want to bring together DRJ collaborators – educators, community leaders, artists, scholars, writers, singers and more – to share perspectives, projects, and final products. The gathering will be anchored by testimonios of work accomplished, conversations about sustaining social justice efforts in these times and showcasing the amazing products created since DRJ started in January of 2021.

Apply for COEHD Scholarships

Apply for UTSA COEHD Scholarships for Spring 2025

Scholarships open September 02, 2024

Scholarships Close September 30th, 2024


The College of Education and Human Development offers multiple scholarships specifically for COEHD Students! We encourage all COEHD students to visit the UTSA scholarship hub and apply by the deadline.

COEHD Student Advisory Council

Apply to be on the COEHD Student Advisory Council to share your ideas and experiences within the college.

  • Must be an Undergraduate Student
  • Must be a UTSA COEHD Student
  • Must be able to meet 3 times a year (Lunch provided!)

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