Message from the Dean
Dear Students and Prospective Students,

The College of Education at Texas Christian University has a long and distinguished history. TCU was founded in 1873, and by 1875, a separate Normal Department for the preparation of aspiring teachers was created. A department of education was established in 1909 and the College of Education became an official entity in 1924. That early light of education still burns brightly today. In TCU's School of Education, we strive to create a humane and just society in which all individuals develop their full potential. We are governed by an ethical code that addresses students, colleagues, and our collaboration with the community.

Throughout our history, our undergraduate and graduate programs have been designed to be unique, personal, and effective. Today, TCU students become teachers who can promote high student achievement. They are experts in both content knowledge and effective teaching - their skills in technology, planning, teaching, and assessment are unsurpassed. Education graduates provide service and leadership in diverse settings, ranging from local to global communities and continuously seek to improve schools, other professional settings, and society.

And no matter what environment children grow up in - or the level or unique nature of their abilities - TCU graduates learn to apply all they know so that each and every child learns. We do not just believe that all children can learn, we prepare educators who ensure that all children do learn.

TCU education students learn their profession in a field-based curriculum, rich in technology, centered on people, and grounded in time-tested, data-based theories and practices. The goal? To make a profound difference in today's difficult world. A lofty idea to some but this vision underlines the College of Education's continuing mission:

To develop effective, ethical educators with a passion for learning.

It is my pleasure to welcome you to explore the College of Education at TCU.

Sincerely,

Samuel M. Deitz, Dean

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