Celebrating 55 Years of Transforming Lives

The College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University officially opened under the direction of Dr. Frank W.R. Hubert on September 1, 1969 with 1,307 students and faculty from across the nation. We are now the fourth largest college on campus, preparing difference makers in education, business, industry, science and sport.

55th Anniversary Video Playlist

Milestones of Excellence

For over five decades, the College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M has been at the forefront of educational innovation and leadership. Join us as we journey through our rich history of achievements and milestones.

Investing in our Future (2018-Today)

Investing in our Future

2018-Today

Multiple new grants and awards from major funding sources resulted in research funding totals that  more than $40 million in...

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Leading with Voices (2017)

Leading with Voices

2017

Dr. Alexander inherits many administrative and structural changes put in motion by Dr. Palmer. After two years as dean, the...

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Advancing Translational Research (2014-2016)

Advancing Translational Research

2014-2016

The college experiences continued growth in its undergraduate programs. The Department of Health and Kinesiology alone enrolls more than 3,500...

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Global Impact and Service (2010-2016)

Global Impact and Service

2010-2016

With budget reductions from the state, the university and college faces many challenges related to resources needed to support teaching,...

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Fostering Student Success (2002-2014)

Fostering Student Success

2002-2014

Doug Palmer, who had served as executive associate dean under Conoley, becomes interim dean upon the departure of Dean Conoley....

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Shaping the Future (1999-2003)

Shaping the Future

1999-2003

Under the continued leadership of Dean Conoley, the college significantly increases its endowment and makes technological and physical improvements to...

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Connecting with Communities (1991-1997)

Connecting with Communities

1991-1997

Whether through expertise in early childhood education, teacher preparation, health equity, adult literacy or school administration, the college enters the...

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Champions for Diversity (1990-1999)

Champions for Diversity

1990-1999

In the 90s, the college is focused on increasing its national reputation and visibility as well as external funding from...

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Support for Inquiry (1980-1989)

Support for Inquiry

1980-1989

An advertisement for a new Dean of the College of Education appears in the Chronicle of Higher Education lists “evidence...

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A New College (1969-1979)

A New College

1969-1979

The catalyst for the formation of the College of Education is when Frank Hubert, then the Dean of the College...

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Growth and Redefinition (1944-1966)

Growth and Redefinition

1944-1966

World War II brings significant changes on campus. Four hours of physical training are required of all A&M cadets. The...

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Roots of Education (1876-1936)

Roots of Education

1876-1936

Although the preparation of teachers was not a stated objective of the university at its establishment, Texas A&M has been...

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