Gifts at work
The generous support of College of Education and Human Development alumni and friends makes a real difference to students, faculty, and staff.
The following are just a few examples of how gifts are being used.
Giving matters
Leading student success
Professor Sasha Ardichvili’s chair appointment allows him to help others succeed. Continue reading about Professor Ardichvili’s service to the University and academic community.
Easing financial anxiety
For many PhD students, funding can be challenging. Especially if you are a first-generation international student. Continue reading about funding challenges for many PhD students.
A voice for change
"I want my students to feel empowered by their education." Continue reading how CEHD supports a passion for teaching
Inference Galaxy—interstellar adventures in reading comprehension
CEHD researchers pool their expertise to create engaging instructional tools
There are many ways the human brain can go off track during development—trauma, poor nutrition, neurocognitive disorders, stress, genetic diseases—all affecting the trajectory of people’s lives. Often, early diagnosis and intervention are key to helping all people thrive and develop into happy, high-functioning adults. Learn more about how researchers are using technology to link the science of reading to effective reading instruction.
Endowed chairs and professorships
Current appointments
Nancy M. and John E. Lindahl Endowed Professorship for Excellence in Teaching
Emma Birkmaier Education Leadership Professorship
Emma Birkmaier Education Leadership Professorship
Frank Symons Associate Dean for Research and Policy
Dr. Pauline Boss Faculty Fellowship in Ambiguous Loss
Campbell Leadership Chair in Education and Human Development
Campbell Leadership Chair in Education and Human Development
Michael Rodriguez Dean and Professor, College of Education and Human Development
Carmen Starkson Campbell Endowed Faculty Fellow for Innovation in Teacher Development
Darrius Stanley Assistant Professor
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Carmen Starkson Campbell Endowed Faculty Fellow for Innovation in Teacher Development
Nathaniel Stewart Assistant Professor
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Gamble-Skogmo Land Grant Chair in Child Welfare and Youth Policy
Joan Blakey Professor and School Director
Lowell W. Hellervik Endowed Chair in Leadership and Adult Career Development
Lowell W. Hellervik Endowed Chair in Leadership and Adult Career Development
Kenneth Bartlett Professor and Department Chair
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Irving B. Harris Professorship in Child Development
Ann Masten Regents Professor, Distinguished McKnight University Professor
Taylor-Leon Professorship in Exercise Science and Health Enhancement
Sarah Greising Associate Professor
Sidney and Marguerite Henry Professor of Children's and Young Adult Literature
Lynne and Andrew Redleaf Foundation Endowed Director
Damien Fair Professor, Lynne and Andrew Redleaf Foundation Endowed Director of the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain
June and Philip and Leo and Christine Stern Family Chair in Reading Success
Kristen McMaster Department Chair
Rodney S. Wallace Professorship for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Rodney S. Wallace Professorship for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
David Quinn Associate Professor
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
American Guidance Service, Inc. & John P. Yackel Professorship in Educational Assessment and Measurement
Chia-Yi Chiu Associate Professor
American Guidance Service, Inc. & John P. Yackel Professorship in Educational Assessment and Measurement
Nidhi Kohli Associate Professor
American Guidance Service, Inc. & John P. Yackel Professorship in Educational Assessment and Measurement
