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In the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at George Mason University, our faculty are the cornerstone of academic excellence and innovation. Committed to advancing knowledge, fostering intellectual curiosity, and shaping the next generation of leaders, our distinguished professors and researchers consistently contribute to their fields with groundbreaking research, outstanding teaching, and impactful community engagement.

Over the years CEHD faculty have received numerous Fulbright Scholar awards, George Mason Presidential Awards, SCHEV Awards, and Stearns Center Teaching Awards. Recent awards include:

  • 51 research awards received in FY24
  • 1 American Educational Research Association Fellow
  • 1 National Science Foundation CAREER Award
  • 1 Fulbright U.S. Scholar
  • 1 National Academy of Education Spencer Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship
  • 3 George Mason University Presidential Awards for Faculty Excellence
  • 7 George Mason University Stearns Center Teacher of Distinction Awards

CEHD Faculty News

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Courtney Baker, Faculty in the Mathematics Specialist Leadership Program, Receives the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators’ Early Career Award

May 6, 2025

The AMTE Early Career Award recognizes Baker's contributions in mathematics specialist leadership and in the design of professional development for mathematics educators. Read more...
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Shane Caswell, Professor of Athletic Training Education in the School of Kinesiology, Receives Grant Approval in Support of the Virginia Concussion Initiative (VCI)

April 2, 2025

The VCI is a partnership between George Mason University and the Virginia Department of Health to raise awareness of best practices in the management of concussion and the protection of brain health. Read more...
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Joel Martin, Faculty in the School of Kinesiology, Receives an Award to Study the Effectiveness of a Wearable Sensor in Measuring a Person’s Real-Time Hydration Status

March 31, 2025

The research conducted by Martin could lead to applications of wearable technology that will help the performance of individuals working in high-stress occupations where proper hydration is crucial. Read more...
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Samantha Viano, Faculty in the School of Education, Receives U.S. Department of Justice Grant to Study How School Security Equipment Affects Student Outcomes

March 26, 2025

The initiative led by Viano will include research co-designed by a group of Virginia high school students to ensure that the student perspective on school security is reflected in the study findings. Read more...

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