Department 3374
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-3145
Email: edquest@uwyo.edu
The College of Education at the University of Wyoming celebrates the incredible research, innovation, and engagement efforts of our community. From groundbreaking studies to transformative projects, our faculty, staff, and students address educational challenges and opportunities to make an impact locally and globally. Through collaboration and creativity, our work advances knowledge, improves practices, and fosters meaningful connections with stakeholders in Wyoming and beyond. Explore the depth and breadth of our initiatives and join us in showcasing the meaningful contributions shaping the future of education.
Research Title: Predictors of Native American Children's Social Emotional Outcomes: A Strength-Based Approach
Author: Dr. Amy Encinger
Description: Culture plays an important role in helping children develop resilience and social-emotional skills. For Native American communities, traditions and strong family and community connections provide essential support for children’s growth and identity. However, historical events like the forced removal of Native children to boarding schools caused lasting harm, disrupting families and cultural traditions. Today, many tribes are working to restore their languages and traditions by involving families and schools in the process. This project explores how exposure and engagement with Native language and culture affects young children in AI/AN Head Start programs. By studying family, community, and classroom connections, we aim to understand how cultural engagement influences children’s development and education. These findings will help schools, policymakers, and community leaders create programs that honor Native culture and support families, giving children a stronger foundation for their future.
Research Title: New & Related Services Division WACTE Board Member
Link: https://www.wacte.com/
Description: The New & Related Services Division of the WY Association of Career & Technical Education serves as a platform for school counselors, administrators, industry leaders, and professionals to participate and provide involvement in promoting engagement and advocacy for Career and Technical Education.
Research Title: Early childhood special education stars: A 5-point model for addressing the teacher shortage
Author: Marisa Macy
Link:https://journals.charlotte.edu/dialog/issue/view/147
Description: We have a teacher shortage in Wyoming and in other states. Both of these peer-reviewed journal articles offers ideas for addressing the shortages of teachers for young children, their families, and communities.
Research Title: The way H-O-M-E: Service learning to address early education teacher shortage
Author: Marisa Macy
Link:https://journals.charlotte.edu/dialog/issue/view/147
Description: We have a teacher shortage in Wyoming and in other states. Both of these peer-reviewed journal articles offers ideas for addressing the shortages of teachers for young children, their families, and communities.
Department 3374
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-3145
Email: edquest@uwyo.edu