CARDINALS IN TEACHER EDUCATION
Welcome to SVSU’s College of Education (COE)!
Your choice to pursue a career in education is not only commendable but also represents a significant step towards shaping a brighter future.
One of my favorite sayings is, “To teach is to touch the future.” Your generation’s passion for making a difference in the world is truly inspiring. A career in teaching is a vital path towards shaping a new and brighter future.
Within Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Education, nothing brings us more joy than witnessing the graduation of successful teaching candidates who go on to enter the classrooms of tomorrow and leave a lasting impact on the future. Our graduates are fully prepared with 500 hours of experience in K-12 classrooms so they are fully prepared to lead.
As a member of the College of Education at SVSU, you are not just joining an academic institution; you are becoming a part of a community dedicated to nurturing your success. Our commitment to excellence is evident through initiatives like the Literacy Center, STEM@SVSU, and the Morris Hood Jr. Educator Development Program. These programs enhance our pledge to make a lasting impact on education.
To enrich your experience, I encourage you to engage with education-related student organizations such as the Student Council for Exceptional Children, Aspiring Educators of Michigan, and Teaching All Language & Literacy. Joining such groups not only fosters connections but also offers opportunities to learn from advisors and peers who share your passion.
For more details on these programs and additional opportunities, please explore our website. Our office, located on the second floor of Gilbertson Hall, operates on an “open door” policy, welcoming your inquiries. If you have any questions, you may reach us anytime at coeconnect@ svsu.edu or (989) 964-4057.
Once again, welcome to SVSU! Your journey here holds immense promise, and we are thrilled to accompany you on this educational voyage.
Best regards,
Dr. James Tarr, Ph.D. Dean, College of Education at SVSU
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SVSU’S EDUCATION MAJORS & MINORS
Early Childhood & Elementary Education:
• Birth–Kindergarten
• PreK–3 (Lower Elementary)
• 3–6 (Upper Elementary)
Additional Endorsements:
• English as a Second Language
• Special Education
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Cognitive Impairment
- Learning Disabilities
• World Language (French or Spanish)
Secondary Education Majors (7–12):
• Biology Education
• Chemistry Education
• Communication & Theatre (Speech Education)
• English Education
• French Education
• Health & Physical Education, K–12
• History Education
• Integrated Science Education
• Mathematics Education
• Physics Education
• Spanish Education
K–12 Special Education:
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Cognitive Impairment
• Learning Disabilities
K–12 Specialty Areas:
• Music Education
• Physical & Health Education
• Visual Arts Education
JOIN US!
Register for a Friday Open House with a focus in Teacher Education Pathways: svsu.edu/visit
Friday, February 9th
Friday, February 23rd
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PREPARING TEACHERS OF TOMORROW
ALUM SUCCESS
Kacie Hook Education Alum
Instructional Coach for Hemlock Public Schools
2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year Finalist
Cheldora Haynes Education Alum
Third Grade Teacher at Martin G. Atkins Elementary School in Bridgeport
Regional Teacher of the Year for 2021–22
CHAT WITH PROFESSORS: svsu.edu/experts
students get 500 hours of experience in PreK–12 classrooms— so they are fully prepared to lead! TEACHER EDUCATION FACULTY HIGHLIGHT go.svsu.edu 4 Dr. Anne Tapp Professor of Teacher Education Dr. Anne Tapp serves as the Chair-Elect for the Board of Directors of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). The AACTE is a national organization that serves as one of the leading voices on educator preparation.
Teacher Education
A SAMPLING OF K-12 SCHOOLS WHERE SVSU EDUCATION STUDENTS & GRADUATES STAND OUT.
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CAREERS IN TEACHER EDUCATION
SVSU has academic pathways that lead to top careers highlighted by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. These jobs have impressive long-term growth and plenty of job openings projected all the way up to 2030. So if you’re looking to secure a bright future in Michigan, SVSU is your ticket to success!
Enroll at SVSU and let our advisors guide you toward your dream career!
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Accounting Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
General Business
International Business Legal Studies
Public Purpose
Management
Family Business Management
Human Resource Management
Marketing
Professional Accountancy (B.P.A.)
Professional Sales Supply Chain Management
Athletic Coaching
Child Welfare
Emergency Management
Exercise Promotion
Exercise Science
Gerentology
Health Science
Juvenile Delinquency
Long Term Care
Long Term Care Administrator
Medical Laboratory Science
Neuroscience
Nursing
Nursing - A.D.N. to B.S.N.
Nursing - R.N. to B.S.N.
Nursing - R.N. to M.S.N.
Occupational Therapy
Pre-Athletic Training
Pre-Physical Therapy
Public Health
Rehabilitation Medicine
Social Work
Youth Services
Early Childhood & Elementary:
• Birth–Kindergarten
• PreK–3rd Grade Lower
Elementary
• 3rd–6th Grade Upper Elementary
Middle and Secondary:
• 5th–9th Grades
• 7th–12th Grades
• Mathematics
• English/Language Arts
• Integrated Science
• Social Studies
K-12 Special Education:
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Cognitive Impairments
• Learning Disabilities
PreK–12 Specialty Areas and Additional Endorsements:
• English as a Second Language
• Health and Physical Education
• Music Education
• Visual Arts Education
• World Languages (Spanish or French)
Actuarial Science
Agricultural Studies
Alternative Energy
Applied Mathematics
Biochemistry
Biological Sciences
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Chemistry
American Chemical Society (ACS)
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Engineering Technology
Management
Environmental Science
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Optical Physics
Physics
Pre-Agriculture
Pre-Chiropractic Medicine
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Podiatry
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
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