The College of Education and Human Development 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, I am honored to welcome you to UT San Antonio. As an emerging international model for developing inclusive and transformative leaders, we're dedicated to supporting students who are committed to making a lasting impact through their leadership and practice in education, health, wellness, human development, and policy.
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October 18, 2025
The flour tortilla’s deep roots in South Texas culturePublished by KSAT-TV
Ellen Riojas-Clark, professor emerita of bicultural-bilingual studies at the University of Texas at San Antonio shares how a centuries-old tradition became a symbol of love, heritage and identity
October 17, 2025
New UT San Antonio program offers job training for people with autism, disabilitiesPublished by San Antonio Report
Staff from a new University of Texas at San Antonio program worked with trainees on food service and catering skills, giving participants an opportunity to get free, hands-on training with the basic components of those jobs. Employ 210 is a grant-based program run by UT San Antonio researchers that partners with local businesses to create job training for people with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. Employ 210 creates specialized job training blueprints by working with employers and breaking their work down into specific tasks.
October 10, 2025
Despite test score gains, California students still lag behind pre-pandemic levelsPublished by EdSource
A difference of a few percentage points between students might not be a big issue, “but what could be happening is that girls are interpreting that in a way that makes them feel discouraged about pursuing different types of careers,” said Ian Thacker, an associate professor of educational psychology at The University of Texas at San Antonio who previously also taught math and physics in California.
College of Education and Human Development Events
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2025
REGSS Halloween Open HouseFall into REGSS: Learn about our programs through an evening of fun and frights!
Nov
5
2025
You've Succeeded: The Life & Times of Dimas GarzaThe West Side Sound Oral History Project presents a Film by Chuco Garcia
Nov
8
2025
Ph.D. in Culture, Literacy, and Language Information SessionsInterested in the CLL Ph.D. program? Meet with faculty and current students, learn about the application process, and more!
