Graduate Student Assistantships: Shaping Future Educators

December 18, 2025 - 21:08

Graduate student assistantships in the College of Education are playing a crucial role in preparing future educators for their careers. These assistantships provide graduate students with the opportunity to teach and support pre-service teachers, which not only enhances their own learning but also contributes to the development of effective teaching practices in the classroom.

In addition to teaching, graduate students are actively involved in recruitment efforts and programs such as Teaching Fellows and Students Advocating for Youth (SAY) Village. These initiatives allow students to engage with diverse communities, fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the education sector.

Through these hands-on experiences, graduate students are not only receiving funding for their degrees but are also gaining invaluable skills and insights that will serve them well in their future careers. The impact of these assistantships extends beyond the classroom, as they help shape a new generation of educators committed to making a difference in the lives of their students.