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Message from the Dean
 Teaching to change the world is more than the title of the statue outside the College of Education. It captures the intention of the faculty, staff and students to fulfill the mission of the University, to educate individuals to think and act as ethical leaders and responsible citizens in the global community. Graduates of our programs are prepared to meet the challenges of today’s schools. They are grounded in theory and research, experienced in diverse, field-based educational settings, and dedicated to providing an equitable and excellent education for all students.
The TCU College of Education has prepared educators since 1873. Students enjoy close, personal relationships with professors describing them as “inspirational,” “passionate,” and “rigorous.” Students also experience small classes in state-of-the-art classrooms, and have many opportunities to apply what they are learning in schools, museums and community agencies. Educators from around the state come to our career fairs to hire our graduates describing them as, “teachers who have a solid, field-based education” and “teachers who demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism.”
The professors in the College of Education epitomize the teacher-scholar model embraced by TCU. They are dedicated teachers and productive researchers. Faculty are engaged in research in science, math, urban education, special education, educational leadership, counseling, literacy and curriculum studies. Be sure to visit our centers and institutes and faculty pages for more information.
We are proud of our programs and the accomplishments of our students and faculty. I invite you to explore our web site, visit us in our beautiful new buildings, and meet our outstanding students, faculty and staff.
Sincerely,
Mary M. Patton, Dean
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