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Welcome to the College of Education
Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Education is a dynamic hub for learning, where educators and administrators collaborate with campus and community partners. We develop innovative programs in collaboration with local school districts and global organizations, addressing the challenges faced in today's classrooms. Located in the Great Lakes Bay Region, we lead in transformative, multi-disciplinary teaching and learning. Our dedicated faculty and staff provide personalized attention, classroom-based fieldwork, and study abroad opportunities, fostering strong student-faculty interactions. We strive for excellence and invite you to visit, contact us, and discover more about our programs.
Dr. James Tarr
Dean, College of Education
Undergraduate, Graduate and Certificate Programs
If you're in the field of education, SVSU has exactly what you're looking for. We offer a wide range of programs for K-12 teachers and administrators. Whether you need an endorsement, certification renewal, or guidance on Michigan’s latest educational standards, our expert educators are here to assist you. Ready to get started? Click the button below to explore your options.
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"We were in classrooms teaching real kids, learning and planning..."
Morgan Esch
Elementary / Special Education
Alpena, Michigan
"My story wasn't a traditional story..."
Shannon Popham '17
Laker Elementary School
College of Education News
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership program
With a keen awareness of the academic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, a new group of K-12 education leaders will focus on professional growth as part of Saginaw Valley State University’s Gerstacker Fellowship Program.
SVSU offers an accelerated certification program for teachers in Michigan
Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) has an expedited teaching certification program amid a nationwide teacher shortage. In 50 states, 45 are reporting a sharp decline of educators. SVSU offers an Accelerated Certification with Residency (ACR) program, that will certify participants as certified teachers within three semesters.
Meet Kayleigh Jones, a new Manistee County teacher
Kayleigh Jones recently became the intervention teacher at Jefferson Elementary. She will work with students not yet achieving grade level benchmarks in order to try to bring them closer to the education levels of their peers.
CONTACT US.
College of Education
Gilbertson Hall
coeconnect@svsu.edu
(989) 964-4057
Fax: (989) 964-4385
Dean
James E. Tarr, Ph.D.
Gilbertson Hall
(989) 964-7107
Acting Assistant Dean & Professor
Colleen D'Arcy, Ph.D.
Gilbertson Hall
(989) 964-7107