The College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) at The University of Texas at San Antonio is pioneering the cultivation of future leaders. Our commitment extends beyond borders as we strive to establish a global benchmark for fostering transformative leadership. Grounded in the values of our local community, we champion integrity, service, and scholarship. Through innovative education and dedicated mentorship, we empower individuals to drive positive change and shape a brighter and stronger world.

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As Dean of the College of Education and Human Development (COEHD), I am honored to welcome you to The University of Texas at San Antonio. As an emerging international model for developing inclusive and transformative leaders, COEHD is dedicated to supporting students dedicated to leaving a lasting impact through their leadership and practice in education, health, wellness, human development and policy.

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First-year teacher Stella Tijerina poses for a photo in her classroom at Herff Elementary School.

July 15, 2025

Stella's journey: How a one-time foster kid became a star teacher

Published by San Antonio Express-News

Growing up, she was in foster care and became a teen mom. Now Stella Tijerina is one of SAISD's Rising Star teacher award winners.

John Davis, Ph.D.

July 1, 2025

Behind the Journal with John Davis

Published by UTSA COEHD

Researcher Kim Cantu-Davis (left) looks at the de-escalation task steps with UTSA graduate student Samantha Perez.

June 30, 2025

UTSA researchers train first responders on how to better interact with people with autism

Published by Texas Public Radio

Researchers at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) have created a new training module designed to teach first responders how to better communicate with people with developmental disabilities like autism.

College of Education and Human Development Events

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Jul

29

2025

Board Games & Boba

Board Games & Boba presented by the COEHD Student Success Center

Aug

5

2025

Summer Reflection & Cupcakes

Summer Reflection & Cupcakes presented by the COEHD Student Success Center

Sep

3

2025

COEHD Block Party

COEHD Block Party presented by the COEHD Student Success Center