Partnering for the future.
The College of Education and Human Development is a recognized leader in guiding, shaping, and mentoring high-performing education professionals who will go forth with a lifelong love of learning. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive learning community that works to promote education across disciplines for everyone, locally, nationally and around the globe.
Alumni Impact: Spotlight on Sparks High School
Distinguished Alumnus of the Year
Joe Nannini is Director of Clinical Experience and Assessment in the college. Joe received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Nevada, Reno, Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education from Sierra Nevada College and his Ed.S in Educational Leadership from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Give to the General College of Education and Human Development Student Scholarship Fund
Building a Better Nevada Through Education
New Generation of STEM Teachers
University program addresses qualified math, science teacher shortage and continues to expand as students develop a love for teaching.
A Path to Independence
How a popcorn business changed the life of one student and his family.
Boosting the Liberal Art Teachers
The College of Education and Human Development and Liberal Arts offer students choices after graduation with PackTeach.
Supporting Nevada's Rural School Districts
The College of Education and Human Development created the state’s first Nevada Rural Education Summit.
Student Scholarships
In 2019, the College of Education and Human Development awarded $293,500 in scholarships thanks to our generous donors. This has allowed our students to focus on school and completing over 80,000 hours of internship/practicum hours in our schools and local non-profit organizations.
Contact our development director
Quentin Owens-Smith
William J. Raggio Building
Email: qowens@unr.edu