Farrington College of Education & Human Development
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The Farrington College of Education & Human Development is Connecticut’s engine of innovation in teacher training.
Our research-validated programs—including the nation’s first Educational Leadership doctorate focused on Social, Emotional and Academic Leadership and a certificate of advanced study in STEAM—and our accomplished, student-focused faculty, will fuel your education career, whether you’re becoming an educator or taking your career to the next degree.
Mission
The Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development prepares and promotes a diverse community of educators, whose work is grounded in professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions in service to their students. Guided by fundamental principles of social justice, human dignity and equity, we prepare candidates to help their students navigate a global community that is undergoing profound cultural and technological change. We use evidence of candidate performance to continuously improve practice and policy.
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Faculty Spotlight
Frank A. Martignetti, Ph.D.
Kim Hellerich, Ed.D. & Deirdra Preis, Ed.D.
General Information
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SHU’s Music Education Students Praise New Program
AcademicsPublished:Grads and undergrads learn skills needed to teach elementary, middle school and high school music -
What Support Will I Need to Complete My Ed.D. Dissertation?
AcademicsPublished:Having a strong support network—from faculty and staff to fellow students— will help you stay energized and on track as you research, write and defend your doctor of education dissertation. -
SHU Appoints College of Education & Human Development Dean
Academics, Faculty & Staff SpotlightPublished:Mel Horton, interim dean since October, will focus on excellence in teaching, research, service
Education & Human Development
The former GE global headquarters located down the street from SHU's main campus at 3135 Easton Turnpike in Fairfield serves as SHU's new West Campus - an innovation hub for the College of Education & Human Development.