Research & Engagement
Pushing the boundaries of education, counseling and human development research, the College of Education & Human Development has provided the community with world-class research since our inception. In keeping with our land grant mission, our college also provides Nevada with a tremendous amount of resources and services.
LGBTQ+ teaching mentorships need growth in diversity in education
Study published on needs for support for future teachers identifying as LGBTQ+
Research Centers
Research & News
$825,000 grant equips fellows to be leaders in K-12 education
First-of-its-kind cross-institutional collaboration offers opportunities to serve the community
Special Education and Disability Studies program receives $1.25 million leadership grant
The Project SELF grant prepares scholars to become future leaders in special education and disability studies
Dean’s Future Scholars celebrates directors’ anniversaries and creates program endowment
Dean’s Future Scholars helps low-income, first-generation students gain access to higher education
Engagement & Initiatives
Dean's Future Scholars (DFS)
The College of Education & Human Development at the University of Nevada, Reno and the public school districts are cooperatively involved in the Dean's Future Scholars program to recruit diverse students into teacher education. The goal of DFS is to increase the number of low-income, first-generation students graduating from high school, gaining access to higher education, and entering a career in the field of education.
Lemelson Foundation Elementary Education Math & Science Master's Cohort
This is a program offered with the help of Mrs. Dorothy Lemelson that allows TWELVE K-6 teachers in the Washoe County School District the opportunity to complete a master's degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Math and Science.
Nevada Dual Sensory Impairment Project
The purpose of the Nevada Dual Sensory Impairment Project is to enhance the educational services provided to children and youth, birth through 21 years, with vision and hearing impairments. The project provides statewide technical assistance to a variety of key stakeholders.
Nevada Math Project: An Innovative STEM Initiative
The Nevada Mathematics Project engages in cutting edge research to improve mathematics and science instruction in Nevada statewide and beyond. The initiative works within the education system of Nevada and has state and national collaborators.
Northern Nevada Math and Technology Camp
Our mission is to support and encourage students from varied backgrounds to increase their knowledge, skills, and confidence in mathematics, as well as technology use for mathematics learning. The program provides learning opportunities, resources, and participation in a supportive community.
Rural Education Outreach
The College of Education & Human Development Rural Education Initiative seeks to encourage talented K-12 educators in rural Nevada school districts to pursue Rural Alternative Licensure (RAL). Students selected for this program receive a stipend to complete the program.