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 Emily Temple Johnson
FHS gave me a grounding in professional competencies and systems thinking that has shaped every role I’ve held since. I’ve rested on that foundation as a parent, a youth pastor, a middle school teacher, a nonprofit leader, and now in my work back at the University of Oregon in the Center for Childhood Safety and Wellbeing.
Our Alumni in the News
August 5, 2026
A Case Study of Oregon’s Capped Special Education Funding Policy
Congratulations to QRME doctoral student Havisha Khurana who was awarded a grant from EdFund to pursue her study of Oregon's Capped Special Education Funding Policy. Havisha's proposal was selected amongst competitive fields that included both senior academics and policy research teams. This study aims to inform the 2027 Oregon legislative session’s debate on funding caps and offer insights for other states managing special education costs.
July 31, 2026
With a little Love: How one summer school teacher reaches a diverse set of learners
UOTeach alum Lanelle Love was hired by Bethel School District shortly after completing the licensure program last year. Now in just her second year of teaching, she is already earning recognition for her exceptional work with students in the district’s summer literacy program.
June 23, 2026
2026 NAEd/Spencer Research Fellowship Recipient: Sage Hatch
Congratulations to Alum Sage Hatch, '18, who was selected as a 2026 National Academy of Education (NAEd)/Spencer Research Fellow. Sage was born and raised in Siletz, Oregon, and currently works with the Native American Youth and Family Center in Portland. Sage holds a Master’s of Education (MEd) in Teaching and Curriculum from the COE's Sapsik’ʷałá program in partnership with UOTeach.
June 22, 2026
Springfield schools promotes special ed administrator to assistant superintendent
Dr. Brian Megert, currently the director of special programs at Springfield Public Schools, will be the district’s new assistant superintendent. Brian received a doctorate of education, a master’s in special education, and bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Oregon.
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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.
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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.
