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The 91导航 (UCM) has recognized two staff members for their dedication and service to the university. Carol Knight received the 2026 J.P. Mees Award for Outstanding Professional Staff, and Heather Stringer received the Outstanding Staff Award.
July 13, 2026
The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at the 91导航 (UCM) has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well it prepares future teachers to teach reading to elementary students.
July 09, 2026
The 91导航 (UCM) Alumni Foundation鈥檚 Next Generation Council has announced the 2026 class of its 鈥�10 Under 40鈥� alumni recognition program.
July 06, 2026
The 91导航 (UCM) has recognized two staff members for their dedication and service to the university. Carol Knight received the 2026 J.P. Mees Award for Outstanding Professional Staff, and Heather Stringer received the Outstanding Staff Award.
July 13, 2026
The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at the 91导航 (UCM) has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well it prepares future teachers to teach reading to elementary students.
July 09, 2026
The 91导航 (UCM) Alumni Foundation鈥檚 Next Generation Council has announced the 2026 class of its 鈥�10 Under 40鈥� alumni recognition program.
July 06, 2026
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