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 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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COEHD Degree Programs

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Degree and Certificate Programs

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Research and Service Centers

$11M+

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1,000+

Lives Impacted

Brent Ritchey, an eighth grade U.S. history teacher at Briscoe Middle School, shows how he uses AI tools like Magic School, to teach in his classroom on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, in San Antonio

November 10, 2026

San Antonio teachers are using AI. Schools are figuring out the rules.

Published by San Antonio Express-News

Some AI tools help teachers identify where students need academic support, said Deepti Tagare, a UT San Antonio professor who studies AI in schools. Platforms like Google’s NotebookLM can analyze multiple assignments and create reports highlighting areas where students are struggling — such as by repeatedly losing points on word problems, Tagare explains.

Mexico and United States border

October 30, 2026

UT San Antonio, Tec de Monterrey tackle cross-border water challenges

Published by UT San Antonio Today

Researchers are using AI to study shared groundwater supplies and developing a bilingual application to help farmers reduce pesticide pollution in Texas and Mexico.

Four smiling adults prepare food together, arranging ingredients on banana leaves around a table of vegetables and clay bowls in a communal cooking scene

October 28, 2026

University researcher receives grant to map Indigenous education in Texas

Published by UT San Antonio COEHD

A Spencer Foundation grant will support research documenting how Indigenous knowledge and learning continue through community gathering, cultural camps and other informal settings across Texas.

College of Education and Human Development Events

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Nov

11

2026

Graduate Writing Workshop Series

Session 2 | Strengthening Your Argument and Organization

Nov

12

2026

La Granja: Transforming Rural Education in Cuba, 1945-1961 Book Launch

Featuring author Robert D. Milk, PhD

Nov

13

2026

Celebrating Community & Connection with COEHD

Homecoming Open House

Nov

14

2026

Graduate Writing Workshop Series

Session 2 | Strengthening Your Argument and Organization

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