Pursuing a counseling career in the state of Missouri can be a rewarding professional choice. Persistent challenges within the state’s mental health care system will likely sustain robust demand for newly trained professionals for years to come. The 2023 Mental Health America report noted Missouri’s overall ranking as 39th place in the United States. Dr. Karrie Swan, graduate … [Read more...] about Ask an Expert: Advice for counseling students
September is National Deaf Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to increase public awareness of deaf issues, people and culture. Many hearing people are not aware of the depth of deaf culture and how they can make language more accessible. Dr. Karen Engler, clinical professor and graduate program director of special education-education of the deaf and hard of hearing, … [Read more...] about Accessible language for all
It’s a true hallmark of parenting: We all want what’s best for our kids. Parents are fierce protectors, consistent teachers and faithful advocates. When a child has an emotional or behavioral disorder, educators must work with parents and students to develop goals, a beneficial plan and appropriate structure. Dr. Reesha Adamson, associate professor of special education at … [Read more...] about What if your child struggles in a classroom?
Each aspect of a college campus contributes to the success of its students. Professionals in the field of student affairs in higher education (SAHE) partner with academic affairs units on different campuses to create holistic collegiate experiences that support undergraduate student success that results in degree attainment. Since 2015, the Division of Student Affairs … [Read more...] about Effective assessments in an era of accountability
Shifting from being a teacher to an administrator can bring a lot of changes. There are also many benefits to knowing both fields, no matter which one you work in. The College of Education’s department of counseling, leadership and special education collaborates with local school districts to create cohorts of educators who earn their master’s in educational … [Read more...] about Learning the administrative side of education