Dean's Welcome
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Dean Mary Jo Finney
Welcome to the School of Education and Human Services. As the new dean, I am proud to represent our school in its mission to prepare professionals for what I believe to be the most influential careers in our society today – education, early childhood, and social work. The faculty and staff of the School are committed to providing every student we serve the opportunity to become an outstanding teacher or social worker who, in turn, will affect countless lives of children and families. One child, one family, one community at a time, it is the work of a teacher and social worker who will transform our world.
In our dedication to providing a dynamic learning environment for our students, School of Education and Human Services' faculty engage in on-going revision of the curriculum, courses, and content designed to prepare teaching professionals. While state and national accreditation standards expect quality in all our programs, we expect more. It is our mission to ensure not only that every student is adequately prepared to successfully enter the field of teaching or social work upon graduation, but that every student is inspired to be a leader in the field. As a prospective or current student in the School, you can expect your coursework to be stimulating, inspiring, and challenging. Our degree programs are comprehensive in their approach including both theory and hands-on work in the field at every stage of the student’s learning.
Beyond learning in the classroom and the field, the School offers students the opportunity to engage in field work right on campus. The Early Childhood Development Center and the UM-Flint SEHS Reading Center serve children and families from throughout the community providing students a learning experience in a state-of-the-art context.
As you get to know the programs and the people of the School of Education and Human Services, expect a difference. I invite you to join the School and experience the difference in order to make a difference. |
