CREST (Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology) Center, a part of the National Science Foundation, awards provide support to enhance the research capabilities of Minority-serving institutions (MSIs) through the establishment of centers that effectively integrate education and research.

The Education & Social Justice Minor (ESJ) and the Center for Education, Equity & Diversity (CEED) are collaborating to bring to WWU keynote speaker Dr. Danelle Adeniji (they/them), whose research and work focuses on intersectional Black identities, teacher education, critical pedagogy, and social justice.

All current and future educators are invited to an educational resource fair sponsored by Happy Valley PTA, WWU and Whatcom CARE for the Black Lives Matter at School Week of action. It will be located at Happy Valley Elementary Library, February 8th 1-3pm. Parking is free. Resources available to support students and educators in building Black Lives Matter at school curriculum into education plans.

This event is free, but advance registration is highly recommended. 

A job fair and educator night hosted by the Washington Educators Association will be held on January 31, 2024. 

Whether you're doing your internship/student teaching now, this spring, or next year. Our local unions are working alongside our districts to provide an opportunity to talk with prospective employers about not just entering the profession, but specifically getting a job as an educator. The school districts in our region, central Snohomish County, are fantastic places to live and work and serve all students and we would love to have you be part of these communities.

Our Nursing Program Advisor and Adjunct Faculty, Devyn Nixon, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 AANP State Award for Excellence for Washington State. This award is given to Nurse Practitioners in every state for those who show the highest excellence for increasing patient access and providing quality care. 

The American Association of Nurse Practitioners is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners of all specialties. 

Devyn Nixon's advocate for this award is Kumhee Ro. 

STI Training Opportunity for Woodring College of Education Faculty, Staff, and Teacher Education Students

Dear Woodring College of Education Community,

We are excited to bring to your attention an important training opportunity on "Since Time Immemorial: Tribal Sovereignty in Washington State," hosted by OSPI and Lummi Nation.

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We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dean Kevin Roxas, who has been honored with the prestigious G. Pritchy Smith Multicultural Educator of the Year Award by the National Association for Multicultural Education (NAME). This distinguished award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to multicultural education, educational equity, and social justice.