Academic Departments

Counseling and Psychology Dr. Margaret Generali, Chair

The mission of the Department of Counseling and School Psychology is to prepare clinical mental health counselors, school counselors, and school psychologists who will contribute significantly to the lifelong development and well-being of children, youth, adults, and families in a multicultural society.

Curriculum and Learning Dr. Adam Goldberg, Chair

The Curriculum and Learning Department offers certification programs in elementary education and cross endorsement. Qualified teachers can customize a pathway in our sixth-year program for classroom teacher specialists or interdisciplinary sixth-year educational coach program. We've built programs and created endless possibilities to serve educators looking to grow without being bogged down by administrative duties.

Educational Leadership & Policy Studies Dr. Cynthia McDaniels, Chair

The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (EDL) prepares educational leaders to assume prominent positions of leadership in school systems. The department has a strong commitment to excellence, continuous school improvement, and social justice in our local and global society.

Information and Library Science Dr. Hak Joon Kim, Chair

The library profession is constantly evolving to manage the almost daily advances in technology – as well as the increasing sophistication of library users. Southern's information and library science programs will give you solid experience in library science while offering an array of electives in areas like digital libraries, information architecture, network management, and instructional design.

Special Education Dr. Kara Faraclas, Chair

The mission of the Department of Special Education is to prepare special educators who will critically evaluate, select and apply evidence-based practices to effectively identify, assess and instruct learners with exceptionalities sensitively and compassionately across educational settings in collaboration with families and other school professionals.