SMSU School of Education

08/24/2026

06/30/2026

The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at Southwest Minnesota State University has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well they prepare future teachers to teach reading to elementary students.

SMSU Earns National Recognition for Preparing Future Elementary Education Teachers in the Science of Reading

05/15/2026

Heard of our new Master's Emphasis STEA2M? This program is ideal for educators seeking to lead with creativity, relevance, and impact. STEA2M creates the opportunity for educators to gain tools to design engaging learning experiences that connect to science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture, and mathematics. No matter where you teach, the STEA2M Emphasis empowers you to reimagine instruction, elevate student engagement, and become a leader in innovative education. If this interests you, reach out to the SMSU School of Education or find more information on the School of Education webpage!

05/01/2026

Are you interested in enhancing your science and mathematics teaching and learning within your classroom? If so, it's your lucky day! Southwest Minnesota State University's School of Education is proud to announce the new STEA2M Masters of Education Emphasis. This program is the first-in-the-nation to integrate Arts and Agriculture into STEAM, creating more opportunities to explore different concepts and discipline areas. Designed with cutting-edge instructional innovation and based in authentic problem-solving, the emphasis is sure to enhance your teaching and learning experience. Learn more by visiting the SMSU School of Education webpage and apply today!

04/22/2026

Our last week’s Aspiring Educator Day was a success! We all learned a great amount about book banning through our panel with the amazing librarians at SMSU, staff members, and watched a documentary called The Librarians! Thank you everyone who participated! We look forward to seeing you grow as future educators!

04/17/2026

There's still time to give! www.M4Lday.com

04/14/2026

Contribute directly to the School of Education at https://mtyc.co/d3bfdf.

Proceeds from this event will support student scholarships and enable us to address program requirements, including resources for the Center for Learning Innovation and the House of Education, our living and learning community.

Our Mission: The mission of the Professional Education programs at SMSU is to create inclusive communities of practice where each learner is an active participant in the investigation of learning, teaching, and leadership processes. Teachers and learners will engage in...

04/14/2026

04/14/2026

M4L Day is April 16, 2026!