Reich College of Education

The Elementary Education program is housed within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction located in Edwin Duncan Hall Rm.108. The program maintains a basic philosophy which centers around the commitment to rigorous preparation for teachers who will provide significant contributions to the field of education. Faculty and students come together as a community of learners who inquire about and examine the nature of teaching, education, and learning. Teachers must have the ability and commitment to solve problems, make effective decisions, use emerging technologies, and develop alternative strategies for culturally diverse and exceptional students to meet the demands of the 21st century.

Students meet with their advisor in the Academic Advising Center located in D.D. Dougherty Hall until 30 semester hours have been completed and their major has been "officially declared". Once these steps have been completed the Advising Center will send your academic file to the Reich College of Education, Edwin Duncan Hall, Rm. 220. It is highly recommended that students meet with their general advisor at least once per semester to ensure a smooth transition into the College of Education.

The Elementary Education Advising Office is located in Edwin Duncan Hall Rm.112C (at the end of the hallway on the first floor). Mr. Greg Galvin is the primary academic advisor for all Elementary Education majors once they have completed 30 semester hours and officially declared their major.

To schedule an advising appointment: http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/galvin/advising

Important Message About Advising.........

Academic Advising at the college-level is somewhat different from the type of guidance you may have received in high school. One primary difference is that you must take responsibility for planning your education. This means that you will be expected to take initiative in learning all you can about your degree requirements. By carefully reviewing all the information on this webpage, you are taking a good step in this direction! This will also help you to take full advantage of your meeting with your advisor. Any information you share with your advisor is confidential and will be treated as such.