CED Good News
Dr. Amy Accardo Receives Recognition for Work to Clear Barriers and Promote Inclusion for Neurodivergent Students by Rowan Today
Dr. Accardo spoke with Rowan Today all about her research, which, to date, has received over $8 million in funding, and aims to create inclusive learning environments. Learn all about Dr. Accardo’s research and work below.
Higher Education M.A. Student to Present at MACUHO & Travel Grant Recipient
We’re proud to share that one of our Higher Education (M.A.) graduate students, Paige Bathurst, will present at the Annual Conference for Mid-Atlantic College & University Housing Officers. Paige’s presentation will focus on her work with RLUH in reshaping the selection and interview processes for Community Assistant hiring. Paige also received the Graduate Student Travel Award from the School of Graduate Studies, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Tony Cattani ‘98, M’02 Named 2025 National High School Principal of the Year
Hear from the 2025 National High School Principal of the Year and CED Alum on what it’s like working as an educator: “I have an opportunity every day to create an environment where people can be the best version of themselves. That’s the heart of what I do.” - Tony Cattani ‘98, M’02. Congratulations on this huge achievement, Principal Cattani!
Professor Jaime Grookett Elected 2nd VP of Legislation for the Camden County Board of Education
CED’s Professor Jaime Grookett has been elected 2nd VP of Legislation for the Camden County Board of Education. Congratulations!
ROI Names College of Education’s Dean Gaëtane Jean-Marie Among Top Influencers in Higher Education 2025
Congratulations to CED’s Dean Jean-Marie! ROI-NJ named our College’s Dean among the top influencers in higher education in 2025.
Full List of ROI-NJ Influencers
CED’s Associate Professor Kate Kedley Receives AASL Award
Congrats to Dr. Kate Kedley, who won the 2025 American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Research Paper Award by the Educators of School Librarians Section (ESLS) of AASL. See for yourself why Dr. Kedley’s research received such distinguished recognition by reading it below.
Read Dr. Kedley's Award-Winning Research Here
Brian Kulak ‘98, M’12 Featured on Beyond the Brown & Gold Podcast
CED Alum Brian Kulak ‘98, M’12 sat down with RU’s Beyond the Brown & Gold team to discuss all about his educational techniques to foster an open dialogue with students in the classroom.
Advisory Board Co-Chair Jeannine Larue Named Among Top ROI Influencers: People of Color 2025
Advisory Board Co-Chair Jeannine LaRue earned a spot on ROI-NJ’s 2025 Influencers: People of Color. We’re so #RowanPROUD of our Prof!
Full List of ROI-NJ Influencers
Dr. Joe Lizza, Alum, RU Employee, and Adjunct, Promoted to Senior Director of Student Center & Campus Activities
Congratulations to Dr. Joe Lizza, alum, RU employee, and CED adjunct, for being promoted to Senior Director of Student Center & Campus Activities!
Thank you for all you do for our campus and university.
CATE Alum of the Month: Samantha Minafo
The Content Area Teacher Education (CATE) department's second monthly installment of "Alumnus of the Month" proudly features Samantha Minafo, a Coach and Physical Education Teacher at Franklin High School. Keep up the great work, Prof!
Advisory Board Member & CED Award Winner Named Woman of Achievement for Burlington County by Scouting America Garden State Council
Congratulations to Dr. Keisha Stephenson Taylor, '98, M'00, advisory board member and 2024 CED Outstanding Achievement Award recipient, on being named as Burlington County’s Woman of Achievement by the Scouting American Garden State Council.
Full List of Women of Achievement