2025

2025 (129 Articles)

• January (9 Articles)

  • Examining the Rise of Anxiety Culture

    A new book by TC’s John Allegrante and contributors delves into societal influences driving the global surge of anxiety in times of uncertainty

  • European University for Well-Being Partnership Yields Opportunities for Research Collaboration

    In its first year, the international collaboration has united TC and EUniWell scholars across numerous disciplines

  • A Shared Commitment to Supporting Future Graduates in Education

    TC alumni Roy (Ph.D. '69) and Deborah Lewicki (M.A. '69) aim to support the next generation of educators

  • Behind the Scenes of TC’s Most Prestigious Art Prize

    Thought-provoking student artwork takes center stage with the annual Myers Prize Exhibition, now showing at Macy Art Gallery

  • TC’s 2025 Federal Policy Institute Emphasizes “Spirited Inquiry”

    Students met with more than 50 leaders in the policy world during a whirlwind week in the nation’s capital

  • Reimagining Education Institute Returns to TC This Summer

    Insights on the online event that centers joyful learning and racial justice in classroom pedagogy, happening July 15-17, 2025

  • This Curriculum Reimagines How We Teach Indigenous History

    Reflections from classroom teachers on new Lenape curricula facilitated by the Lenape Center and TC’s Rachel Talbert

  • Welcome the Winter Season With These 10 TC Photos

    From the steps of Zankel Hall to Riverside Park and beyond, here are some of our favorite winter memories

  • A New Curriculum From TC Faculty and Students Demonstrates the Power of Public Art

    Led by Olga Hubard and Queena Ko, the curriculum was created for an exhibition of works from famed artist, Sean Scully

• February (8 Articles)

  • 6 Tips to Build a More Affirming, Culturally-Responsive School

    TC experts Mark Anthony Gooden and Dawn Brooks DeCosta (Ed.D. ’17, Ed.M. ’08) share wisdom for school leaders in their new book, The Change You Want to See

  • How You Can Get Involved This Impact Day

    Make a difference through service and giving ahead of April 2

  • Empowering Food Educators Through Policy and Preparation

    Representatives from NYC Public Schools, community organizations and TC shared their expertise at the Tisch Center’s annual Food Education Conference

  • Mary Mendenhall Receives the Jackie Kirk Outstanding Book Award

    The honor from the Comparative and International Education Society recognizes Mendenhall and her co-editors for their book, Education and Resilience in Crisis: Challenges and Opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa

  • A “Healing-Centered” Approach to Education

    Through his global partnerships, TC alum Angel Acosta is making a difference with his unique pedagogy

  • Preparing Today’s College Counselors for Tomorrow's Challenges

    With TC’s new Online School Counseling and advanced certificate programs, higher education professionals prepare future generations for college and beyond

  • Professional Development and Robots Are Key to Making Math Fun

    New research from TC's Irina Lyublinskaya, Sandra Okita and Erika Walker shows how making math lessons relevant to students boosts scores and engagement

  • Becoming a Team Dream-Maker

    TC student Jude Fomeche pairs his love for sports with his passion for executive recruitment and leadership

• March (13 Articles)

  • Turning the Page with Parkinson’s

    TC alum Bruce Ballard (Ed.D. ’94) is the author of his own story, from pedagogy to poetry

  • Federal Cuts Hinder Public Good Research Across TC

  • Rachel Klepper (Ph.D. ’24) Is Using Education’s History to Improve Its Future

    Through her field work and scholarship, Klepper continues her commitment to education and child well-being

  • Spring Has Arrived on TC Way

    Sunshine, warm weather and vibrant blooms

  • Meet the Female Trailblazer Who Founded TC

    Grace Hoadley Dodge challenged barriers for women in late 19th century New York. In honor of Women’s History Month, we look back at her profound legacy and enduring impact

  • Student Career Corner - Winter 2025

    An inside look at three career journeys, aided by TC NEXT, the College’s professional development hub

  • Remembering Nutrition Leader Joan Dye Gussow (Ed.D. ’75, M.Ed. ’74)

    Gussow, TC’s Mary Swartz Rose Professor Emerita of Nutrition and Education, upended conventional thinking in nutrition with a focus on whole food and a sustainable future

  • Here’s How Students Can Overcome Test Anxiety

    A new book by TC’s Ben Lovett offers insights and practical solutions for helping students mitigate test anxiety from grade to grad school

  • An Inside Look at TC’s Midwinter Climate Institute

    At the largest sustainability event recorded at TC, hundreds of NYC Public School teachers gained critical tools for meaningful climate education

  • AERA Selects TC’s KerryAnn O’Meara and Mark Anthony Gooden as 2025 Fellows

    O’Meara and Gooden will receive one of the highest honors bestowed by the American Educational Research Association in April

  • Addressing the Special Education Teacher Shortage Through Better Preparation

    A new online program from Teachers College is making teacher education more accessible

  • Winter 2025 Faculty News Round Up

    Updates, honors and more from faculty across Teachers College

  • Nurturing the Next Generation of Scholars Through Collaborative Research

    A dedicated mentor and research partner, Drew X. Coles is making a major impact on TC students

• April (11 Articles)

  • Convocation 2025: Meet This Year’s Honored Medalists

    Teachers College will issue its highest honor to clinical psychologists Becky Kennedy (Ph.D. ’10) & Erica Belsky (Ph.D. ’12), and The Apollo Theater leaders Michelle Ebanks & Kamilah Forbes

  • Bringing Art Education to the People

    TC doctoral student Clare Murray (M.A. ’22) and alumna Ayelet Aldouby-Efraim (Ed.D. ’24) are expanding access to art through their mobile art education projects

  • In Memoriam: Roslyn Jaffe

    A long-standing supporter and friend to the College, Jaffe died at age 96 on April 12

  • A Spotlight on TC’s Admitted Student Day

    A look inside the annual event that welcomed our newest students to TC Way

  • Meet the 2025 Student Convocation Speakers

    These inspiring graduates will address the TC community this May

  • Meet Our 2025 Impact Spotlight Honorees

    As part of the Impact Day festivities, we celebrate the impact student Vik Joshi (Ph.D. ’25) and alum Yaritza Villegas-Campos (M.A. ’22) have made on the TC community and beyond

  • TC’s Commitment to Service Shines on Impact Day

    The College’s day of action convened alumni, students, faculty and friends in meaningful community celebrations across the globe

  • Strengthening Change Leadership

    A champion for TC’s Social-Organizational Psychology students and alumni, Monique Herena (M.A. ’17) builds community and gives back

  • New Findings on Climate Education Affirm Need for Educator Support

    Research from TC’s Center for Sustainable Futures underscores key areas of need in climate education

  • Funding Cuts to Deaf Education Impact Disabled Students & Families

    Across the country, from rural Utah to Florida, students who are deaf or hard of hearing will face dwindling access to critical support services

  • Meet the 2025 TC Impact Spotlight Finalists

    Make your voice heard, and help us honor one alum and one student making a difference in their communities

• May (12 Articles)

  • 2025 Graduates Lead With Courage and Hope

    Highlights and can’t-miss moments from this year’s Convocation ceremonies

  • Celebrating TC’s 2025 Faculty Appreciation Awards

    TC’s Adele Bruni Ashley and Ioana Literat were honored for their impact in the classroom and beyond

  • Students Showcase Their Scholarship at TC NEXT Research Expo

    The event recognized recipients of Provost’s Grants this year

  • Convocation 2025 Updates

    Join us in celebrating the Class of 2025

  • Pulitzer Prize Won for Project Supported by TC Doctoral Candidate Abu Abdelbagi

    Abdelbagi provided translations and local insights to The New York Times’ acclaimed reporting on the Sudanese civil war

  • Celebrating the 2025 Provost's Student Excellence Awards

    Teachers College honored remarkable students who exemplify academic and community excellence

  • Unlocking Creative Scholarship with Mediafest 2025

    TC students examined the media that mirrors revealing about society at the interdisciplinary expo hosted by the Media and Social Change Lab

  • Meet These 2025 Health Grads Committed to the Public

  • These 2025 Grads Are Making Education More Accessible

    Meet these standout education graduates advancing learning for all in their research and practice

  • These 2025 Psychology Grads Are Leading with Transformative Impact

    Meet just a few of TC’s remarkable 2025 psychology graduates who are igniting change in their field

  • AI, Longevity and Failure Education Converge at TC Summit with Tech Experts

    Tech founder Joe Betts-LaCroix convened with scholars across education, psychology and engineering for a day of robust discussion around artificial intelligence, longevity, teaching and learning and the importance of failure in innovation

  • New Honors for the TC Community at AERA 2025

    TC faculty and alumni received recognition for their work at the annual American Educational Research Association meeting

• June (27 Articles)

  • NAEd/Spencer Fellowship Awarded to Three TC Scholars

    Noël Um-Lo (Ph.D. '26), Kemigisha Richardson (Ph.D. '26) and Matt Kautz (Ph.D. '22) have been honored for their aim to address critical issues in education

  • Brave New World: Recent Alumni Take on AI

    As the public contends with an AI-driven future, alumni discuss their work in this new digital renaissance

  • Meet the TC Alum Who Set the Standard for Indigenous Cultural Preservation

    Ella Cara Deloria (B.S. ’1915) was an innovative scholar who got her start at TC

  • What Parenting Taught Me About Learning

    A guest essay by David Flink (M.A. ’08, dis/Ability Studies), Founder & Chief Executive Officer of The Neurodiversity Alliance

  • With an Expert: Ed Tech Leader Cindy Johanson (M.A. ’89)

    The Executive Director of the George Lucas Educational Foundation offers a forward-looking perspective on the potential of education technology today

  • TC Board of Trustees Appoints Three New Members

    Meet Christina M. Capodilupo Schwefel (Ed.M. & Ph.D. ’09), Dennis Holtschneider and Tom Rogers (Ed.D. ’05, M.A. ’02)

  • Leading the Struggle for a “Sound, Basic Education”

    At a critical time for education policy, research and scholarship at the Center for Educational Equity continues to advance opportunities for all after 20 years

  • Healing Generational Wounds

    Psychologist Mariel Buqué (Ph.D. ’19) is helping clients, and herself, break cycles of trauma

  • Explore Uptown LGBTQ+ History

    These eight sites in Harlem give a glimpse into the neighborhood’s rich LGBTQ+ history

  • Creating the Ripple Effect

    With support from Trustee Edith Shih (Ed.M. '78, M.A. '77), TC student scholars gain access to the tools they need to make a difference

  • TC’s Sonali Rajan Named to Senior Role at Everytown Research

    As the nonprofit’s Senior Research Director, Rajan will bring extensive scholarship and leadership expertise in gun violence prevention

  • Addressing the Digital Divide in Indonesia

    From coding to sustainability curriculum, TC student Marsha Fabiola is using her passions to pay it forward

  • Father to Son: An Educational Transformation Inspired at TC

    In honor of Father's Day, alumnus Stephan Spilkowitz (M.A. ’20) reflects on the impact of his late father Mark, also a TC grad

  • Nurturing Chinese Educational Exchange

    The College’s Center on Chinese Education celebrates 25 years — and honors its late founder, Professor Emeritus Mun Tsang

  • Building a Legacy for the Future with TC’s Grace Dodge Society

  • TC’s Experienced Leaders Program Helps Career Changers Find Their “Next-Era Purpose”

    A non-credit offering from TC Academy and the Klingenstein Center for Independent School Leadership that supports seasoned leaders in navigating their career journey

  • A Counselor’s Commitment

    Growing up is hard, but Gila Belsky Modell (Ed.M. ’18, School Counseling) offers a glimpse at the rewarding work of supporting students, families and teachers

  • Closing the Mental Health Gap

    Breaking down barriers, TC alumnus Pervis Taylor (M.A. ’17) shares advice for “healing forward”

  • A Generational Commitment to Clinical Psychology

    Studying at Teachers College is woven into the tapestry of the Gratch family tree

  • A Life of Guidance

    Recently retired Marybeth Griffin (M.A. ’87, Counseling Psychology) looks back on her decades-long career as as school counselor

  • Remembering Elbenwood Professor Emerita of Education Hope Jensen Leichter

  • Sparking Innovation with TC’s Digital Futures Institute

  • A Global Vision for Accessible Education

    TC alumnus Vikas Tatad (M.A. ’24) is helping students reach their full academic potential from India to Chicago

  • Supporting Global Education Through Study Abroad

    The Office of Global Engagement hosted its inaugural international film festival to celebrate the launch of faculty-led credit-bearing study abroad programs

  • The Academic Brief: How TC Is Driving AI Research & Pedagogy

    With TC’s Irina Lyublinskaya and Erik Voss

  • Meet the 2025 Alumni Award Honorees

    On Alumni Day this fall, Teachers College will recognize Monique Herena (M.A. ’17), Rebecca Winthrop (Ph.D. ’08), Alexandra DeSorbo-Quinn (Ed.D. ’16), Gabrielle Oliveira (Ph.D. ’15) and William Baldwin (Ed.D. ’82, Ed.M. ’81)

  • The Storied Art Scholar

    A courtyard conversation with TC’s Judy Burton, Macy Professor of Education

• July (11 Articles)

  • Enhancing English-Medium Instruction in Taiwan

    Twenty-one Taiwanese university professors gained insight in English Medium Instruction during a professional development program at Teachers College

  • TC’s Alex Eble Honored with Khalifa Award

    Eble was awarded for his outstanding contributions to education

  • 3 Playful Summer Tips for Parents

    There’s no “right” way to approach the ample possibilities (and pressure) of summer vacation, explain TC play-based learning experts Nathan Holbert and Haeny Yoon

  • Cuts Target Research on Job Preparation at Community Colleges

    TC’s assessment of an innovative workforce development effort was set to offer guidance to states for creating effective programs

  • Snapshots of Summer at Teachers College

    A glimpse of our summer from community learning and fun, to campus happenings, events and more

  • Educators Convene for Inclusive Professional Development

    A year after launching the Black studies curriculum, TC’s Black Education Research Center continues its efforts to help educators bring the landmark approach to NYC students

  • Our Students Are Struggling. Why Are We Pulling the Plug on Support?

    TC's Prerna Arora and Kait Gould respond to federal cuts in this op-ed

  • Giving Back Through Leadership

    TC alumna Claudia Schrader (Ed.M. ’01, Ed.D. ’02, M.A. ’92) is cultivating change through her visionary work in higher education

  • AI Literacy Is Imperative for Classroom Success

    TC’s Irina Lyublinskaya and coauthor share key takeaways from their new book, Teaching AI Literacy Across the Curriculum

  • Celebrating Milestones for Latinidad in Schools

    The Latinidad Curriculum, co-developed by TC’s Gordon Institute, took center stage at the Hispanic Education Summit

  • Retired Alumni Kick-Off TC’s Silver Roundtable

• August (10 Articles)

  • Celebrating TC’s Newest Changemakers

    This year’s New Student Orientation centered community, connection and the Big Apple itself

  • How Data Can Create More Equitable Schools

    A data collaborative workshop hosted by TC’s Alex Bowers teaches school leaders how to leverage data to better promote equity

  • Teaching Internationally with TC's New Fulbright Scholars

    These TC alumni have been honored for their contributions to education and research

  • Building Community to Support Climate Change Education

    High school educators convened at TC for the third Summer Institute hosted by the Center for Sustainable Futures

  • Watch: The Importance of Time in Education Policy Transfer with TC’s Gita Steiner-Khamsi

    In her new book, Steiner-Khamsi explores seven key temporalities of policy transfer

  • Welcoming Fall 2025’s New Faculty

    Meet the latest faculty from across Teachers College

  • Celebrating TC’s Newly Promoted Faculty

    As we embark on another rigorous academic year, Teachers College has announced the latest faculty members to receive promotions and full professorships

  • In Memoriam: Trustee Emerita Enid “Dinny” Morse

    A steadfast leader of Teachers College, Morse died on Aug. 7 at the age of 92

  • The American Sociological Association Honors TC’s Aaron Pallas

    Pallas has received the society’s Children & Youth Distinguished Career Award

  • Inside Look: Joyful Learning at Hollingworth Science Camp

    See highlights from a summer of experiential, science learning

• September (6 Articles)

  • New Teachers: Give Yourself the Grace to Grow

    Mistakes are part of the learning process, and every risk taken in teaching can lead to powerful, lasting growth, writes Jen Gowers (Ph.D. ’12)

  • The Science of What Drives Philanthropy

    A new book edited by TC’s Noah Drezner explores the nuances of who, how, and why people give

  • A Snapshot of TC's Newest Students

    As a the new semester begins, meet a few of the new faces joining us on TC Way

  • Watch: Alumni Changing What Scholarship Looks Like

    “MODES II,” an exhibit from the Digital Futures Institute, highlights multimodal dissertations from Teachers College alumni

  • Start the School Year With These 11 Education Podcasts

    Shows from TC and recommendations from faculty provide a holistic look at the field of education, its challenges and research-backed solutions

  • It’s Okay — You Can Speak with Her in Spanish

    Bilingual educator and TC student Rosa Rossi Diaz helps English language learners embrace who they are at school

• October (11 Articles)

  • 5 Students on Serving New York City Schools

    Recipients of the Abby M. O’Neill Teaching Fellowships share their drive to make a local impact

  • The National Dance Education Organization Honors TC’s Barbara Bashaw, and Doctoral Students Shirlene Blake and Deborah Damast

    Bashaw has received the organization’s Lifetime Achievement Award, while Blake and Damast have received Outstanding Leadership Awards

  • Celebrating Our TC Community on Alumni Day

    Alumni, faculty and current students gathered at Teachers College for robust discussion and celebration

  • How This TC Alumnus Is Building Academic Confidence in Black Boys

    Brandon Martin’s (M.A. ’16) nonprofit organization, Close Ties Leadership Program, supports boys and teens in Atlanta to reach their full potential through mentorship, career exposure and more

  • Closer Look: How SNAP Cuts Will Impact Critical Food Access

    TC experts weigh in on the challenges posed by policy changes

  • TC Names Keri Brondo as Inaugural Lambros Comitas Chair in Applied Anthropology

  • Schools Are Accommodating Student Anxiety — and Making It Worse

    Removing stressors robs students of growth opportunities, writes TC's Ben Lovett and his co-author Alex Jordan

  • Why New York’s Next Mayor Must Put Education at the Center of the Race

    In an op-ed for the New York Daily News, President Thomas Bailey calls for a clear, comprehensive vision for education from the city’s mayoral candidates

  • Uplifting the Voices of Black-Indigenous Scholars

    Doctoral student Deanne Green (Ed.D. ’26) aims to illuminate the complex and often overlooked experiences of students like her

  • Fall 2025 News Faculty Round-Up

    Updates, honors and more from faculty across Teachers College

  • Expert Questions for NYC's Next Mayor

    Going beyond platform rhetoric and diving deeper, TC faculty share the question they would ask New York City’s mayoral candidates

• November (9 Articles)

  • State of the College 2025

  • A Closer Look at TC's Family Day

    TC student-parents and their children gathered on 120th Street for a day filled with community, learning and fun

  • Association for the Study of Higher Education Honors TC’s Anna Neumann With Its Highest Award

    Neumann, the Edward S. Evenden Professor of Education, has received the Howard R. Bowen Distinguished Career Award for her significant advancement of the higher ed field

  • What Do We Mean By ‘Dialogue’?

    In this op-ed, TC’s Peter Coleman considers what distinguishes meaningful dialogue from attention-grabbing, polarizing debate

  • New Cowin Student Success Hub Optimizes Support

    Students can access streamlined services across academics, health & more in TC’s new suite

  • Finding the Person "Beneath the Service"

    TC doctoral student Leo Marin (M.A. ’18) reflects on supporting fellow veterans in unlocking their leadership potential — and translating academic and military lessons to business

  • Meet a New Jersey Teacher of the Year: Aarti Mallya (Ph.D. ’09)

    Upon her 25th year of teaching, the TC alumna shares reflections and tips for fellow educators

  • TC Launches Program in Sustainability & Education

    The online master’s program will prepare leaders to advance sustainability efforts through educational strategies and welcome its first class in the summer of 2026

  • What’s Next for New York City’s Schools?

    TC experts weigh in on critical education issues for the city’s next mayor

• December (2 Articles)

  • Experts Caution Against Using AI Chatbots for Emotional Support

    TC faculty break down the risks of using artificial intelligence for emotional support, and what a healthier AI future might look like

  • Where Can You Find TC’s Ruth Vinz? Everywhere.

    Honored for her wide-reaching impact, TC’s Ruth Vinz reflects on a teaching career defined by collaboration, while her former students advance Vinz’s life-changing approach to learning