Welcome alumni! This is your home base to get the latest College of Education news, learn about upcoming events, and be a part of our alumni community.
Let us know what you've been up to!
We love to hear from COE alumni at all points in their careers.
Our alumni make an incredible difference in the world, and your experiences help shape the future of the College of Education. Let us know what you’ve been up to since graduating. We’re excited to share your achievements and keep you connected to our community.
Stories may be shared on the COE website, social media channels, or in future alumni newsletters.
Meet Elisa C. DeVargas, PhD
Dr. DeVargas completed her bachelors degrees at New Mexico State University where she studied psychology and Spanish. She later moved to Oregon where she completed a masters degree in counseling and human services and then completed her doctoral training at the University of Oregon where she obtained PhD in Counseling Psychology.
Our Alumni in the News
March 16, 2026
Words of Wisdom: Yvonne Fasold's Story
Yvonne Fasold, a three‑time UO graduate in English, Interdisciplinary English and Education, and Curriculum and Instruction (’67, ’69, ’92), built a 40‑year career as a creative, student‑centered educator before retiring and continuing her service as an active community volunteer. A College of Education donor for over twenty years, Yvonne has helped future teachers prepare to meet the diverse learning needs of students through scholarship support.
January 27, 2026
Inside UO’s Transformative Teacher-Preparation Pathway
With a unique 4+1 model, hands-on classroom experience, and donor-funded scholarships, the University of Oregon College of Education’s Educational Foundations program is shaping the next generation of public-school teachers.
January 20, 2026
A First-Generation Mexican American Student Paves The Way For Future Learners
With support from the Berdine Jernigan Scholarship, Anahi Cortes, class of 2028 (educational foundations), is preparing to create classrooms where every student feels welcome.
January 2, 2026
TFCC welcomes new executive director
The Tillamook Family Counseling Center welcomed Amanda Bunger in mid-November as its new Executive Director. Bunger was born and raised in Burns and attended Southern Oregon University, earning a bachelor’s degree in sociology before completing a master’s degree in counseling, family and human services at the University of Oregon.
Stay up to date with what’s happening with fellow College of Education alumni.
Stay Connected
Once a Duck, always a Duck—and at the College of Education, we’re a tight-knit flock. Now more than ever, we need to strengthen our ties and maintain our network. Here are a few ways to keep informed about what's happening at the COE and stay in touch with fellow alumni.
Be a Changemaker!
The Dean’s Academic Venture Fund (DAVF) at the UO College of Education provides flexible and expendable funding to support the dean’s priorities. It allows the college to invest in new academic programming, fund critical needs around student and faculty success, and seize opportunities as they arise.
Career Resources
Oregon Career Information System (Oregon CIS)
Oregon CIS, a research and outreach unit of the College of Education, provides career information and planning tools to Oregonians. Oregon CIS includes 600+ careers, 4,900+ education and training programs in Oregon, and 4,700+ scholarships. Tools you can use for lifelong career planning include the SKILLS Assessment (identify transferable skills), Career Bio (online master résumé) and LearningExpress Library (online practice tests and more). Oregon CIS offers free access to all alumni residing in Oregon. Alumni in other states should check the intoCareers network for similar systems in their states.
Sign Into Oregon CIS as Guest*
*Sign up using the guest username: yellowducks & password: GoDucks1
Handshake
Get started on your Career Readiness Flight Path by joining the career community made just for UO students and alumni!
Gain experience through part-time jobs on and off campus, internships, fellowships, and volunteer opportunities. Discover career opportunities relating to your major, interests and skills for your next destination after graduation.
Career Opportunities at UO
The University of Oregon strives to catalyze a new era of creativity and discovery by attracting the best and most diverse talent. We pursue qualified, career-minded individuals who contribute to UO's quest to be one of the nation's top universities.
