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Gone to Texas 2007

On Tuesday, August 28th the university held its annual Gone to Texas celebration for new students. As part of the festivities, the College of Education hosted a reception for new freshmen and transfer students. Dr. Sherry Field, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, as well as the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and academic advisors, welcomed approximately 100 students to the college, and representatives from all six of the student organizations in the college shared information about their groups with prospective members.

Food, drink, and a good time were had by all!

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Deans office – Student Division Staff

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College of Education Student Organizations

Bilingual Education Student Organization (BESO)
BESO is a College of Education student organization designed for future teachers who are interested in issues surrounding bilingual education. At bimonthly meetings and during social events, members can share ideas, practices and information about bilingual education, develop support groups, learn about the newest research and network with others who have similar career goals.
 

Education Council
Informally known as the “Student Voice for the College of Education,” the Education Council is the college’s arm of the UT Student Senate. The Council, which is represented by all of the other student organizations, is the official channel for student participation in policy-making and the development of student activities within the college. To encourage communication and assure that students’ concerns are being heard, the council hosts college Town Hall Meetings once a semester at which students may discuss college and university issues and policies.
 

Teachers of Tomorrow (TOT)
Teachers of Tomorrow is an organization that serves future Early Childhood to Grade Four teachers in the College of Education, through bi-monthly meetings and special events, including guest speakers and panel discussions. TOT encourages professional development among future educators and builds student and faculty relations within the college.  We also provide our membership with service opportunities in the community and local schools, as well as participating in University and College-wide events.
 
Kinesiology Club
The Kinesiology Club is a service and social organization that is open to anyone with an interest in kinesiology, and students from all over campus are represented in its ranks.  The club features a very active social agenda, with members attending UT sports events as a group, participating in all intramural sports and hosting faculty-student luncheons throughout the school year. In addition to educational meetings every other Monday, the club also promotes professional development in kinesiology through a variety of volunteer opportunities and community projects.
 

Minorities in Education (MIE)
Minorities in Education is a College of Education organization open to any student who is interested in multicultural issues in the teaching profession. The objectives of the organization are to assist the University in the recruitment of minority students; prepare students for careers in education; and provide a casual and social atmosphere for members to work with professionals and other students. Members have an opportunity to tutor and mentor students from local schools, participate in a variety of fundraising activities, and interact with professors and other professionals who speak at the meetings.
 

Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC)
The Student Council for Exceptional Children is open to any student who is interested in working with children with disabilities, and it is affiliated with the National Council for Exceptional Children. In addition to hosting guest speakers, SCEC sponsors events that can help students become more familiar with special needs children in the education system. The SCEC provides a means for recruiting special education teachers and meets every other week.

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New Faces in the Dean’s Office

Amadeo Gonzales, our new Senior Administrative Associate, works closely with Associate Dean Sherry Field. Before starting in the Student Division in late spring he worked as an Administrative Assistant with the National Center for Educational Accountability. In addition, Amadeo was a graduate coordinator in Geological Sciences, and has been at the university for more than 12 years.

 
Melody Ann Ross started work in the Student Division at the beginning of the summer, after graduating in May with a bachelor’s degree in Linguistics. While she was a student, Melody worked in the Department of Classics for two years. She works at our front desk, overseeing day-to-day activities of the office and supervising our student workers.   

 
Jennifer Morris comes to the Student Division from the Division of Housing and Food Service, where she was a Hall Coordinator in Kinsolving Residence Hall. Jennifer has a Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel Administration and has worked in Residence Life for several years. She will be coordinating special events for the Dean’s Office, including Parent’s Weekend, Honor’s Day, Explore UT, Honor’s Colloquium and commencement.

 
Jessica Silva will begin her new full-time position as Student Development Specialist in the Kinesiology Advising Center in Bellmont Hall Room 1005 on October 1. For the past 2 years Jessica has worked as a student Peer Advisor, while working on her degree in Kinesiology, so she is familiar with student advising. This summer Jessica completed her internship and graduated with a major in Health Promotion and Fitness.

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