What Others are Saying About the Master of Education Program!
Carolyn C. Weirda, Superintendent
Bay City Public Schools
"Preparation for a school superintendency requires many opportunities for learning of all kinds. The graduate program at SVSU provided classes with practical skills as well as time for research and study. I particularly enjoyed becoming well acquainted with the SVSU faculty and appreciated their personal commitment to area school districts. The Bay City Public School District enjoys a strong partnership with SVSU, including the hosting of student teachers, professional development programs for principals and teachers as well as participation of administrators in the highly acknowledged Gerstacker Fellowship. SVSU is a tremendous force in our region impacting the work of area educators."
Kate Lynn Walker Sobczak, MEd
Mathematics Teacher, Utica Community Schools
Alumnus 2007 Masters of Educational Leadership: Principalship
"The programs and faculty at Saginaw Valley State University are outstanding! They truly cater to the needs of the students. Because the class sizes are small, I was able to create a working relationship with all of my professors during my graduate program which made my experience at SVSU very enjoyable. The personal experiences offered by the professors added a personal touch to every class and provided an easy transition of the course content directly to my current school.
As a recent graduate of the Educational Leadership Graduate Program, I have already implemented many of the skills that I acquired through my program into my current job position. Because of the leading edge technology, and the continuously improved programs at SVSU, I am confident that I am significantly prepared to embrace a secondary principalship position in the future. I am proud to be a SVSU graduate, and I will continue to attend SVSU during my future academic endeavors."
Tarek Rayshouny, MEd
Teacher, Warren Consolidated School
2007 Alumnus
"When it came to deciding where I wanted to complete my Master's degree it wasn't difficult, Saginaw Valley State University has a great reputation for their Educational Leadership program. The faculty, many who have been administrators or who are still serving in those roles, did a tremendous job not only teaching us, but also coaching and developing within us that passion to lead. Their insight and knowledge on all the current methods and practices gave us the chance to see what works and what doesn't when it comes to leading a school and a staff.
The 100 hour capstone internship that follows was priceless. It allowed you to display all your work and effort from the program and to see first hand the type of leader SVSU had helped develop within you. That in itself was an worthwhile experience."
Jason Gendreau, MEd
Business Education & Technology, Eisenhower High School
2006 Alumnus
"The Educational Leadership Program at SVSU is the perfect fit for educators located in Southeast Michigan, who have an interest in administration, curriculum, etc. The Macomb Campus was not only convenient in location, but provided outstanding instruction."