Our Stories
Discover what our students, faculty, and staff are studying, researching, reading and writing, who they're collaborating with, and how their passion for teaching and learning is fueling action and achievements.
Associate professor's research profiled in CEHD Connect magazine
Associate professor Joyce Serido's research is profiled in the spring/summer issue of CEHD Connect magazine.
First Year Inquiry Students Visit MIA
During a recent visit to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, CEHD first-year students received a private, guided tour related to this year's Common Book, Rez Life, as part of their First Year Inquiry class.
From refugee camp to first-generation student
CEHD sophomore Lydia Thai Thai shares how TRIO and PsTL's FYE program were important to her success as a first-generation college student and why she's passionate about helping others.
Learning abroad in Thailand: Studying and experiencing big ideas in community
Living in community during a 2015 Learning Abroad program, CEHD students studied the impact of globalization on environmental resources, family systems, education and human trafficking in Thailand.
A passion for writing reaches full bloom each summer.
PsTL senior teaching specialist, Gary Peter is also a talented creative fiction writer who hones his craft by seeking out unique experiences at home and abroad.
Teaching award winner Rashné Jehangir is an interdisciplinary scholar and passionate student advocate
Winner of the 2015 Morse-Alumni Teaching Award, Rashné Jehangir teaching philosophy encompasses creating moments of advocacy and agency for students.
A dynamic partnership enriching intercultural student development.
Rhiannon Williams and Amy Lee are committed to enhancing student development by supporting academic professionals through their publications.
PsTL’s 2015 Graduate Student Showcase
The Department of Postsecondary Teaching and Learning hosted a Graduate Student Showcase featuring the scholarship of soon-to-be graduates and alumni of the Multicultural College Teaching and Learning program.
Jennifer Franko receives President’s Award for Outstanding Service
For nearly thirty years, Jennifer Franko's career has been committed to improving the student experience at the University. Her dedication was recently acknowledged and celebrated with the 2015 President's Award for Outstanding Service.
A career of inclusion and impact: Celebrating Jeanne Higbee.
Professor and former PsTL director of graduate studies, Jeanne Higbee retired from the University of Minnesota in January 2015. In recognition of her service and significant impact, we asked her to share some career highlights and offer words of wisdom.
Jill Trites: A life of international teaching, learning and service.
As member of the University's Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Cohort program and Internationalizing Teaching and Learning (ITL) Cohort and ITL Fellows programs, PsTL's Jill Trites seeks to bring her passion for teaching, learning and service to students in new ways.
A multicultural navigator seeks to empower others.
Sumitra Ramachandran chose PsTL's MA in Multicultural College Teaching and Learning to make an impact in nurturing student's multicultural skills to increase academic success.
CEHD Reads: Henrietta Lacks’ Legacy Panel
Members of the Lacks' family and Dr. Ruth Faden discussed social justice, medical ethics and privacy in conjunction with this year's CEHD Reads Common Book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.
PsTL’s commitment to College in the Schools: Putting pedagogy into practice
High school students from around the state are benefitting from the research-based, innovative teaching practices developed by College in the Schools faculty coordinators from PsTL.
Scholarship recipients prepare to positively influence higher education
Recent scholarship recipients, Amy Barton and Nue Lor share the journeys that led them to pursue master's degrees in Multicultural College Teaching and Learning within PsTL.
Expand Your Perspective: International Programs in South Africa, Thailand and Denmark & Sweden
Discover new ways of thinking, relating, and communicating your ideas with these international learning programs led by PsTL faculty.
Talking Pictures: First-Generation College Students Speak from Behind the Lens
This exhibit showcases the results of a photo narrative research project and demonstrates how the multiple identities of first-generation students are not static, but rather rich and dynamic.
Promoting access and engagement is Bob Poch’s dream job
Senior Fellow and Director of Graduate Studies in the department of Postsecondary Teaching and Learning, Bob Poch wanted to become a professional drummer before his first-year history professor influenced Poch's academic path.
First Year Inquiry: Students making a difference in the lives of others
In PsTL 1525: Multidisciplinary Ways of Knowing, first-year students can choose the service-learning section that integrates volunteering with critical reflection on social issues to deepen learning and in and outside the classroom.
Rising alum, Anise McDowell continues to be adaptive and relevant
Congratulations to Anise McDowell, M.A. Graduate, Multicultural College Teaching and Learning, recognized as one of twenty-three 2014 Rising Alumni by the CEHD Alumni Society.
Ellison shares inspiration and insights with TRIO Upward Bound students
U.S. Congressman Keith Ellison visited PSTL 1366: Stories of Self and Community, Multicultural Perspectives to discuss leadership, social injustices and other topics explored in his book, My Country Tis of Thee.
Capstone project becomes springboard for career after graduation
Recent PsTL Alum, Sara Schoen is now an instructional designer with the University's Academic Technology Support Services.
Reaching out to Russia: International collaborations in Chita
Associate professor Irene Duranczyk traveled to southeast Siberia, Russia, to discuss international collaborations with Russian educators and community leaders.
Using images to engage students
As part of the Make it Yours assignment in PsTL 1312, students chose one of the art pieces from the Weisman Art Museum to focus on, then integrated a similar technique or subject matter to create their own art.
CEHD Reads and author Wes Moore
During the 2012-2013 CEHD Reads Common Book event, Wes Moore, author of the combined autobiography and biography, The Other Wes Moore, spoke with first-year students and the college community about taking responsibility for others as well as ourselves.
CEHD’s 2013 First Year Experience supports 95.6% retention rate
Discover how CEHD's First Year Experience, within the Department of Postsecondary Teaching and Learning, supports the college's strong retention rate.
