Virginia Tech School of Education

Help us congratulate three of our faculty members who had their promotions approved by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors earlier this month!

Amy Allen has been promoted to associate professor with tenure. She is a part of our history and social science program as well as the elementary education program.

Sharrika Adams has been promoted to associate professor of practice, and is a faculty member in our higher education program.

David Kniola has also been promoted to associate professor of practice, and is a part of our educational research program.

This Juneteenth, Dan Thorp, associate professor in the History Department at Virginia Tech, offers insight into the connections between Juneteenth and the country’s birthday.

“The 250th anniversary celebrates the expression of an American ideal, and Juneteenth celebrates a milestone in the process of making that ideal a reality."

Why Juneteenth is key to America's 250th birthday Juneteenth made the Declaration of Independence relevant, according to history expert Dan Thorp.

🏆 Congratulations to Erin Krug, recipient of the Virginia Scholars Award from Virginia State Organization, The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International!

Erin graduated with her M.A.Ed. with a focus in choral music education this spring, and has distinguished herself through exceptional experiences - from student teaching at William Byrd High School to serving as a featured soloist with the Blacksburg Choral Guild and interning with the Blacksburg Children's Chorale.

Now, she is preparing to begin her teaching career in the 2026–27 school year!

We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and look forward to the impact Erin will make as an educator and musician.

🎶👏 Congratulations, Erin!

Are you a K-12 history teacher? We have a professional development workshop for you!

*POTENTIAL FOR $500 STIPEND*

RSVP here: forms.gle/mhtyQ5EV2x7RZE1MA

K-12 history teachers — this workshop is for you! 📚✨

Join us July 13–16 at for "Teaching History with Chatty Geeps", a hands-on professional development experience exploring how generative AI can support engaging, inquiry-rich history instruction.

You’ll learn how to:
🔍 Teach sourcing, contextualization, and corroboration
📖 Analyze primary sources with AI tools
🛠 Build classroom-ready materials and activities
🤖 Explore practical AI strategies for your history classroom

💰 Participants are eligible for a $500 stipend!

Register here: https://forms.gle/mhtyQ5EV2x7RZE1MA

HEADS UP: The RSVP date has been extended to June 30! Reserve your spot before they're gone!

ATTN: Ed.S. & M.A.Ed. alumni and current Hokie students in educational leadership!

Join us for the Bridging the Future: Hokie Alumni Partnerships in Educational Leadership reunion and mini-conference on July 17 in Richmond, Virginia.

This year’s theme, "Hope, Joy, and Communication," will bring together educational leaders for meaningful conversations, idea sharing, networking, and professional growth opportunities.

We’re also excited to welcome keynote speaker Ginger Christian of East Tennessee State University.

📍 VT Richmond Center
🗓 Friday, July 17, 2026
⏰ 9 a.m.–2 p.m. + social event afterward

Attendee RSVP HERE by June 1: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVIc_ZUQ07wMbrq95SV0BXU6_VmXisYwQYo8GGiTZqdZ8-KQ/viewform

ATTN: Ed.S. & M.A.Ed. alumni and current Hokie students in educational leadership!

Join us for the Bridging the Future: Hokie Alumni Partnerships in Educational Leadership reunion and mini-conference on July 17 in Richmond, Virginia.

This year’s theme, "Hope, Joy, and Communication," will bring together educational leaders for meaningful conversations, idea sharing, networking, and professional growth opportunities.

We’re also excited to welcome keynote speaker Ginger Christian of East Tennessee State University.

📍 VT Richmond Center
🗓 Friday, July 17, 2026
⏰ 9 a.m.–2 p.m. + social event afterward

Attendee RSVP HERE by June 1: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVIc_ZUQ07wMbrq95SV0BXU6_VmXisYwQYo8GGiTZqdZ8-KQ/viewform

K-12 history teachers — this workshop is for you! 📚✨

Join us July 13–16 at for "Teaching History with Chatty Geeps", a hands-on professional development experience exploring how generative AI can support engaging, inquiry-rich history instruction.

You’ll learn how to:
🔍 Teach sourcing, contextualization, and corroboration
📖 Analyze primary sources with AI tools
🛠 Build classroom-ready materials and activities
🤖 Explore practical AI strategies for your history classroom

💰 Participants are eligible for a $500 stipend!

Register here: https://forms.gle/mhtyQ5EV2x7RZE1MA

Today is the day! 🎓 Congratulations to all of our doctoral graduates

One of those graduates is Rebecca, who has earned her doctorate in Higher Education. She’ll be continuing her journey by working in a medical school or health professions program, supporting students as they grow and succeed.

One of her favorite parts of her time at Virginia Tech was being involved with events at the Center for the Arts — ranging from workshops to performances and even aerial circus arts demonstrations!

Wishing Rebecca all the best as she takes this next step in her career.

Learn more about Rebecca and some of our other Class of 2026 rockstars here: https://news.vt.edu/articles/2026/04/clahs-class-of-2026-soe-outstanding-grads.html