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Thanks to the many generous supporters of our college, we have been creating and shaping leaders in education and health for almost 50 years, fearlessly tackling the issues of our time.
And with your continued support, we will forge ahead — discovering, innovating, supporting, and continuing to lead.
Learn more about how you can help us continue to Lead By Example.
Your Impact Makes a Difference
From a very young age, my mom and grandparents instilled in me that college was the answer to attaining a good life. They didn’t want me to repeat their lives—lives filled with intense labor and immense stress because no matter how long or hard they toiled, they could never make ends meet.
-Merari Boffil ’18
Why I Give: Ellen and Rod ’63 Thornton are Called to Serve
A teacher and principal. A veteran and former intelligence operative. Together, Ellen and Rod ’63 Thornton have spent decades working to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities. Even though they are technically retired today, they still give back to their community and Texas A&M University.
2019 Dean’s Roundtable Honorees Announced
The College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University will honor 33 transformational leaders at the 2019 Dean’s Roundtable to be held on Friday, April 26th at the Hildebrand Equine Complex.
Randolph Foundation Supports Texas A&M Handball Through $1 Million Endowment
On Nov. 30 Randolph gave $1 million to support the Texas A&M Handball team and the sport of handball in Physical Education Activity Programs in Health and Kinesiology, a department in the College of Education and Human Development.
Former Students in the News
2019 Dean’s Roundtable Honorees Announced
The College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University will honor 33 transformational leaders at the 2019 Dean’s Roundtable to be held on Friday, April 26th at the Hildebrand Equine Complex.
The Coaching Academy: A Playbook For Success
Michael Park ’73 walked onto the Texas A&M University campus for the first time in fall of 1968, a year before the College of Education was founded.
He came to the university with a dream of playing football, eventually earning a spot on the team as a walk-on. At the end of his college football career, he received the honor of varsity football letterman.
2018 Outstanding Alumni Announced
Seven alumni of the college will be recognized for their professional achievements and college-wide impact at the 2018 Outstanding Alumni Awards Ceremony.
Former Student Highlight: Kourtney Martin ’15
When Kourtney Martin was an undergraduate and exploring future career options, she focused on cardiac rehabilitation. While working with the older adults with chronic heart problems, Martin found herself thinking there must be a way to prevent the issue.
A Piece Of Hope In Nicaragua
On top of a hill in the center of Nicaragua sits a small town that quickly captured Paige Ferrell’s heart after her first visit four years ago.
CEHD To Honor Outstanding Alumni
Five alumni of the college will be recognized for their professional achievements and college-wide impact at the 2017 Outstanding Alumni Awards Ceremony.
Student Highlight: Michele Sheppard
A single mom. Three young boys. An acceptance to her dream university. For Michele Sheppard, failing was not an option.
CEHD Alum Named Recipient Of 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award
Ten Aggies have been selected as the 2017 recipients of the highest honor bestowed upon a former student of Texas A&M University, the Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Called to Teach
Workplace incivility is taking over our organizations, professional relationships and everyday interactions. According to Dr. Jia Wang, associate professor of human resource development, understanding why incivility happens and how to address it starts with awareness.
Contact the Development Team
Jody Ford
Senior Director of Development
Amy Hurley
Assistant Director of Development
