The Department of Education at the University of Richmond draws students from across schools and disciplines to study in two areas of focus. The primary focus, teacher education, is designed for students who wish to become teachers. This area consists of a major in elementary education and minors in elementary, secondary, and comprehensive education. The elementary major and teacher education minors prepare students to become reflective educators who make significant impacts on learning in preK-6 classrooms. Through rigorous interdisciplinary coursework, field experiences, and a semester-long teaching internship, students develop skills as instructional leaders who will act to improve our world by addressing problems of inequity and by enhancing intellectual curiosity and inquiry.
A second focus, the education and society minor, examines the institution of education and its role in society. This program of study encourages students to reflect on questions of central importance in education, such as what is the purpose of education, how has the history of the U.S. public education system contributed to its present state, and does our current system of education provide equitable opportunities for all. The minor includes a heavy emphasis on community-based learning, affording students opportunities to spend time in a range of educational settings in the Greater Richmond Region.
The Department of Education has a very small discretionary fund. Your generous support helps our students travel to state conferences and defray the costs of their licensing exams.
