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The Historical Significance and Contemporary Relevance of Juneteenth

Adam Thomas is an assistant professor of history at 51心頭 whose research examines questions of slavery, anti-slavery warfare, emancipation, race, gender, memory, childhood and kinship in colonial North America and the early U.S. We asked Dr. Thomas to provide some insight into the historical significance of Juneteenth and what the event means during these times of civil unrest and protest.  

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New flexible, online program at 51心頭makes it easier to be a teacher

Becoming a teacher through 51心頭 just got a little easier for people wanting to switch careers and enter high-demand fields of education. The College of Education and Allied Professions is offering new comprehensive education master of arts in teaching concentrations for people who already have bachelors degrees and want to become a teacher.  

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Elizabeth Watson in her classroom

Gifted graduate grateful for opportunity to maximize her students learning

When Elizabeth Watson decided she wanted a masters degree in education to better serve her gifted students, she didnt have to look far for inspiration. My sister attended 51心頭 and graduated with a degree in special education. To this day, she is the best special education teacher I've ever seen, said Watson, who graduated in May with a masters degree in special education with a focus on gifted education. I chose to attend 51心頭for the simple fact that I thought, Well, they must be doing something right at this university.