The College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) prepares students for careers in education and human services. COEHD offers programs in educator preparation,community counseling, health and exercise science, family studies, nutrition/dietetics, hospitality/culinary arts, interior design, and fashion. Students and graduates engage with public schools and community businesses and organizations to directly impact public school performance and learning, school and community health, and business and public service agency activities.

 The College offers one doctoral degree, 10 master’s degree programs, and 12 baccalaureate degree programs. In addition COEHD delivers Early Childhood-Grade 4, Grade 4-Grade 8, Grade 8-Grade 12, and All-Level Texas teaching certification and professional certification for counselors, principals, and superintendents. The Educator Preparation Program (EPP) is Accredited by the State Board of Educator Certification and has a 96% summary pass rate for all certification tests. The EPP is hosting a National Council for Accreditation of Teachers Education (NCATE) visit, fall 2006. The Family and Consumer Science Dietetics Program and Dietetic Internship Program is Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetics Association.

 The role of faculty and staff in COEHD is to serve students through the continuous pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and creative activities, and outreach efforts. The College success is reflected in our graduates’ achievements, commitment to leadership and learning, and service to their communities.

I invite you to explore our web site and to visit our campus. We will answer your questions, address your concerns, and welcome your suggestions.

 Sincerely,

Hollis Lowery-Moore, Dean

 “It is one of the most beautiful compensations of life that no person can sincerely try to help another without helping themselves.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

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