School of Education Structure & History
Hamline's tradition of excellence in education began more than 155 years ago, when the university graduated its first students, Elizabeth and Emily Sorin, who went on to careers in teaching and education. Today Hamline is well known and highly regarded as a leader in teacher preparation and advancement.
Structure
The School of Education is organized into three departments and two centers.
Departments
- Advanced Degrees and Administrative Licensure Department, which houses the school's master's and doctoral degree programs as well as administrative licensure.
- Continuing Studies Department, which oversees continuing studies, certificates, institutes, and partnerships.
- Teacher Education Department, which offers initial licensure and additional licenses.
Centers
History
With more than 25 years of experience, Hamline was among the first to offer programs for English as a Second Language (ESL) in the state of Minnesota. In addition, we have a a 30-year history of excellence and expertise in literacy.
Faculty members in advanced degrees have a deep understanding of innovation and leadership in education. Many were among the first to develop and write about the relevance of learning communities, which has long served as the hallmark of our masters and doctoral programs. All faculty members are highly engaged in constructivist teaching and learning and were among the first to establish rich traditions in this area. They have direct, practical experience embedded in theoretical knowledge. In fact, Hamline was among the first to recognize and value the necessity of faculty with rich pedagogical experience as an integral part of teacher and administrative preparation.