History

Discover the rich history of the 草莓视频鈥檚 College of Education. From its founding to its role in shaping educators and transforming learning experiences, this timeline highlights the milestones, achievements, and people who have defined our journey. Explore how each chapter has built the foundation for the College鈥檚 commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and community impact.

  1. 1950s

    1. First President

      1957

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      Dr. John Allen is appointed as the first president of the 草莓视频.

    2. College of Education Begins

      1959

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      Dr. Jean Battle is appointed as the first dean of the College of Education. Barbara Johnson Campbell becomes the first student accepted to the University as an elementary education major.

  2. 1960s

    1. First Faculty

      1960

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      Dr. William Bott is hired as the College鈥檚 first faculty member. In September, classes begin for the first education majors and 1,977 students are enrolled in the University.

    2. The first graduates

      1963

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      In April, Evelyn O鈥橬eal and Lucas King, both education majors, become the first two graduates of USF. The Florida Board of Education approves the College鈥檚 teacher preparation programs. The first graduating class of the College of Education consists of 325 students

    3. Upward Bound

      1965

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      The College receives a grant to establish the Upward Bound Program for Disadvantaged Minorities and Dr. Richard Pride becomes the program鈥檚 director. Both USF and the College receive accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Universities.

    4. Physical Education

      1967

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      The Physical Education Department鈥檚 building and gymnasium are completed.

    5. Building Complete

      1968

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      The College of Education building is completed and 110 faculty members and staff move into the facilities.

  3. 1970s

    1. Dr. Harris Dean

      1970

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      Dr. Harris Dean, a former faculty member of the College, becomes acting president of USF.

    2. Dr. Roger Wilk

      1973

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      Dr. Roger Wilk is appointed as the second dean of the College of Education.

    3. Dr. William Katzenmeyer

      1973

      Dr. William Katzenmeyer poses with two women

      Dr. William Katzenmeyer is appointed as the third dean of the College of Education

  4. 1980s

    1. Center for Economic Education

      1980

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      The College establishes the Center for Economic Education.

    2. SCATT

      1981

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      Dr. Colleen S. Kennedy is appointed the sixth dean of the College of Education.

    3. FCIT

      1984

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      Dr. Colleen S. Kennedy is appointed the sixth dean of the College of Education.

  5. 1990s

    1. David C. Anchin Center

      1990

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      The David C. Anchin Center is established.

    2. Dr. Steve Permuth

      1994

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      Dr. Steve Permuth is appointed the fourth dean of the College of Education.

    3. Building II

      1996

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      Construction on the College of Education Building II, which also includes the Anchin and Stavros Centers, is completed.

    4. Dr. Jane Applegate

      1997

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      Dr. Jane Applegate is appointed the fifth dean of the College of Education.

  6. 2000s

    1. Dr. Colleen S. Kennedy

      2003

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      Dr. Colleen S. Kennedy is appointed the sixth dean of the College of Education.

    2. Largest College

      2006

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      The College becomes the fifth largest college of education in the nation and is ranked 60th in the top-third of graduate schools of education by 鈥淯S News and World Report鈥�. The publication also lists the College as one of America鈥檚 best graduate schools for the third consecutive year.

  7. 2010s

    1. Dr. Vasti Torres

      2013

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      Dr. Vasti Torres is appointed the seventh dean of the College of Education.

    2. Rankings

      2015

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      U.S. News and World Report Best Online Graduate Programs 2015 ranks the College of Education among the top 20 institutions with the best on-line graduate education degree programs.

    3. Dr. Robert C. Knoeppel

      2018

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      Dr. Robert C. Knoeppel is appointed the eighth dean of the College of Education.

  8. 2020s

    1. Dr. Judith A. Ponticell

      2020

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      Dr. Judith A. Ponticell is appointed the Interim Dean For The College of Education.

    2. Dr. R. Anthony Rolle

      2021

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      Dr. R. Anthony Rolle is appointed the Nineth Dean of the College of Education.

    3. Dr. Jenifer Jasinski Schneider

      2025

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      Dr. Jenifer Jasinski Schneider is appointed the Interim Dean For The College of Education.