Archived Media Mentions
Check out past media stories featuring College of Education faculty, staff and students. (Read the latest media stories here.)
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2021
- Understanding COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy
Fox26 Houston (video)
Associate Dean for Research Ezemenari Obasi, who leads the UH HEALTH Research Institute, discussed the importance of listening to vaccine concerns and discussing safety measures in traditionally underserved communities.
- They seek to motivate young people to become interested in careers in science and technology areas
45 Univision Houston
Elsa Gonzalez, an associate professor in the higher education program, explains the career opportunities offered to young people in science and technology (video in Spanish).
- New study tackles STEM and stereotypes
Good Morning America (video)
Allison Master, an assistant professor in the Department of Psychological, Health, & Learning Sciences, found in her study that gender-interest stereotypes about computer science and engineering begin in grade school and by high school many girls decide not to pursue these careers.
Related:
- Stereotypes in STEM start by age six, study suggests: Engineering and Technology
Telling girls they don’t like STEM halves their involvement at any age: COSMOS
Gender Stereotypes Can Drop Girls’ Interest in STEM by 50%, Suggests Research: The Swaddle
Stereotypes about girls dissuade many from careers in computer science (commentary): The Conversation
Kids and teens believe girls aren’t interested in computer science — and the stereotype drives disparity: ZME Science
A Majority Of Children And Teens Believe Girls Are Less Interested In Computer Science And Engineering: Mashable India
The childhood moment when computing and engineering start to be seen as 'boys stuff': BBC News Brazil in Sao Paulo (in Portuguese)
Professors Blake Allan, Ruth M. López and April Peters-Hawkins and alumna Diana Castillo shared insights and advice related to the pandemic, job uncertainty, advancing equity and discussing race with children.
- Covid-19 related parenting stress impacts eating habits of children, says study
Hindustan Times
Parental stress negatively impacts children’s eating habits
Education World
Don’t let your stress derail your kids’ eating habits
National Geographic
Leslie Frankel, an associate professor in the human development and family studies program, reports in her study that parents’ lack of time due to stress from the pandemic has led to poor feeding choices.
- 38% of Hispanics in Texas do not have health coverage, according to study
45 Univision Houston
Professor Norma Olvera discussed access to health care among Hispanic individuals in Texas (video in Spanish).
- #WeNeedBlackTeachers campaign tackles nationwide shortage
Defender Network
Moores Professor Cathy Horn, chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies and director of the UH Education Research Center, discusses the importance of retaining Black teachers.
- UH hosts panel on solutions for school-to-prison pipeline
Defender Network
The College of Education hosted a panel focused on disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline toward equity-centered educational opportunities and outcomes for all students.
- Ending the School-to-Prison Pipeline
Houston Public Media/Houston Matters
Virginia Snodgrass Rangel, an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, discusses ways school districts can scale back zero tolerance policies to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline (segment starts around minute 10:30).
- These new laws change the curriculum and other aspects of the Texas education system
41 Univision San Antonio
Virginia Snodgrass Rangel, an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, discusses how new education laws affect teachers and students (video in Spanish).
- Keep these recommendations in mind for returning to face-to-face classes in times of a pandemic
45 Univision Houston
Assistant Professor Ruth M. López urges parents to think about masks and vaccines in addition to the usual supplies children need to start the school year (video in Spanish).
- Fort Bend ISD suspends Black students at higher rates, TEA data shows
Community Impact Newspaper
Virginia Snodgrass Rangel, an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, discusses racial inequities in disciplinary practices in schools.
- Opinion: Why we chose to enroll our child in the Moderna vaccine trial
Houston Chronicle
Assistant Professor Ruth M. López explains the reasons behind her decision to enroll her son in the Moderna vaccine trial.
Assistant Professor Ruth M. López shares the reasons why she enrolled her son in the Moderna vaccine trial (video in Spanish).
- 'Daunting task' to locate students as thousands are still missing from Houston-area schools
ABC Eyewitness News
Duncan Klussmann, clinical assistant professor and former superintendent of Spring Branch ISD, discusses low enrollment in Houston-area schools due to the effects of the pandemic.
- STAAR results came with plenty of caveats. Were the tests worth the effort this pandemic year?
Houston Chronicle
Moores Professor Cathy Horn, chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies and director of the UH Education Research Center, discusses factors that could have influenced the performance of students who took the STAAR tests during the pandemic year.
- Hispanics, Latinos face challenges with mental illness
Click2Houston News
Ezemenari Obasi, associate dean for research and founder of the UH HEALTH Research Institute, offers reasons why the percentage of Hispanic adults seeking treatment for mental illness is lower than the U.S. average.
- Educators working to find way to combat pandemic's learning loss
ABC Eyewitness News (second video)
Moores Professor Cathy Horn, chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies and director of the UH Education Research Center, suggests there are proven ways to get kids back on track after a drop in recent STAAR test scores.
- Free tools and tips to help your child build math skills
Fox26 Houston (video)
Clinical Assistant Professor Carrie Cutler and Duncan Klussmann, clinical assistant professor and former superintendent of Spring Branch ISD, advise parents on how to help kids increase math skills at home with everyday tasks.
- STAAR results reveal dramatic drop in math scores for Texas students
Houston Chronicle
Moores Professor Cathy Horn, chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies and director of the UH Education Research Center, discusses likely reasons why economically disadvantaged students and those learning virtually struggled with math during the pandemic.
- What could an elected school board mean for Chicago? Here’s what other large districts have seen
Chicago Sun-Times
Duncan Klussmann, clinical assistant professor and former superintendent of Spring Branch ISD, shares his perspective on working with an elected school board.
- Free, low cost summer resources in Houston to prevent learning loss
Fox26 Houston (video)
Clinical Assistant Professor Carrie Cutler shares five simple and free activities parents or caregivers can do with students at home.
- One Year Later: Reflecting On The Legacy Of George Floyd (May 25, 2021)
Houston Public Media/Houston Matters
April Peters-Hawkins, associate chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, recommends how parents and educators can talk to kids about complex racial issues (starts at minute 30:40).
Duncan Klussmann, clinical assistant professor and former superintendent of Spring Branch ISD, discusses the national trend on increased failure rates and the need for a long-term remediation plan.
- Opinion: Pandemic hit Black and Latino communities hardest. Texas must address the root causes.
Houston Chronicle (subscription required)
Associate Dean for Research Ezemenari Obasi and Shao-Chee Sim of Episcopal Health Foundation call on state lawmakers to address health disparities.
- Virtual Learning
Houston Public Media/Houston Matters
Justin Burris, a clinical assistant professor in the math education program, talks about pros and cons of making virtual learning a permanent option in schools (starts at minute 17:55).
- Networking Makes a Comeback for the Class of 2021
The Wall Street Journal (subscription required)
Blake Allan, a professor and director of the counseling psychology program, advises that graduating students should be flexible about their career paths in the constrained labor market.
- Mock student slave auction on Snapchat at N. Texas School
Fox 26 Houston (video)
April Peters-Hawkins, associate chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, weighs in on a racist online incident and the responsibilities of educators.
- Queer Voices
90.1 (KPFT)
Department Chair Nathan Smith, a professor of counseling psychology, discusses his Project PRIDE program to support young gay, bisexual and queer men.
- How far behind in their learning were Hispanic students during the pandemic in Houston?
45 Univision Houston (video)
Jorge Gonzalez, a professor in the school psychology program, discussed his research on the academic impact of the pandemic on Hispanic students.
- How should Texas schools spend $18 billion in stimulus money? Education leaders have ideas.
Houston Chronicle
Anne McClellan, executive director of the Advancing Community Engagement and Service Institute, discusses the expanding the Cougar Tutors program to serve more local K-12 students.
- Two sides of the same screen: Teachers in training learn remotely, then stream into local classrooms
Houston Chronicle
Clinical Professor Shea Culpepper and Clinical Assistant Professor Justin Burris discuss the preparation of student teachers in a virtual environment.
- Anti-Asian Racism On The Rise
Houston Public Media
Professor Yali Zou, who directs the UH Asian American Studies Center, discusses discrimination against Asian Americans and the need for change, propelled by research and education.
- Family members help with virtual learning during pandemic
Click2Houston News
Assistant Professor Rhoda Freelon discusses advantages of having extended family members support children with virtual learning during the pandemic.
Miguel Burgess Monroy, an assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction, stresses that teachers should take time in class to make sure students follow the new CDC guidelines (video in Spanish).
Ruth López, an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, explains the educational challenges faced by minors who cross the border alone and what the education they receive in detention centers is like (video in Spanish).
- Dr. Grenita Lathan announces she's leaving HISD after more than 3 years as interim superintendent
ABC Eyewitness News
April Peters-Hawkins, associate chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, discusses how the tenure of a superintendent can impact district improvement.
April Peters-Hawkins, associate chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, addresses the practice of student role-playing that can lead to negative gender and racial attitudes.
- How do you get a COVID-19 vaccine? In Texas' rollout, it's a game of luck and chance.
Houston Chronicle
Ezemenari Obasi, associate dean for research and founder of the UH HEALTH Research Institute, explains some of the reasons why Texas’ rollout of the vaccine is especially challenging for those in the Black and Latino communities.
- Does an accreditation sanction hurt colleges' enrollment?
Higher Ed Dive
Christopher Burnett, a postdoctoral fellow with the UH Education Research Center, explains the findings of his research and factors that may have led to decreased college enrollment due to accreditation action.