![Ashley Kate Nazaire in graduation attire.](/main/images/news/2024/May/ashley-kate-nazarine.jpg)
'I had a calling to work with children and families, and I knew HDFS was for me'
![Lissette Hernández headshot.](/main/images/news/2024/May/lissette-hernandez.jpg)
A first-gen student working to make her dreams of making an impact in the community a reality. “To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance” – Oscar Wilde
![Trinity Alverez headshot.](/main/images/news/2024/May/trinity-alverez.jpg)
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams" Eleanor Roosevelt
![Sabrina Ma wearing a graduation robe and stole](/main/images/news/2024/April/sabrina-ma.jpg)
“I am passionate about inspiring others and finding a path to help make a difference”
![Jada DeLeon wearing her graduation stole in front of a classic Wolf Pack mascot graphic](/main/images/news/2024/April/jada-deleon.jpg)
“I strongly believe that every child has the fundamental right to thrive in inclusive environments”
![MaryAnn Demchak and Brianna Grumstrup wearing Ph.D. hooding regalia.](/main/images/news/2024/March/demchak-grumstrup.png)
Using System of Least Prompts delivered remotely teaches nutrition education to students with intellectual disability
![Victoria Matthews in graduation attire](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/gradsofpack-victoria-matthews.jpg)
"I am a proud advocate and professional mentor in the fields of adolescence and disability."
![Jess Robertson](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/facesofpack-jess-robertson.jpg)
First-generation student overcomes obstacles in pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree in HDFS, "I worked so hard I wouldn't let myself give up."
![Sam Stynen](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/grad-pack-sam-stynen.jpg)
“I love science, and what better way to share that love with others than through teaching.”
![Andrew Teeple](/main/images/news/2023/Dec/andrew-grad-pack.jpg)
“I want to become a teacher because I have always felt that helping other people become the best versions of themselves is one of the most rewarding feelings in the world.”
![Paola Perez](/main/images/news/2023/Nov/paola.jpg)
Accomplished educator and administrator continues to serve the community
![Brooke Bernard](/main/images/colleges-schools/education/home/components/education/AlumniHighlight/brookemain.jpg)
“I wanted to have an influence in kids’ lives. I enjoy the connection so much, and love middle school.” Bernard, a recently published author, brings her passion for life changing learning to everything she pursues.
![David Moss](/main/images/colleges-schools/education/home/components/education/AlumniHighlight/davidmossmain.jpg)
David thought he was destined to pursue a history degree, but a strategic decision early in his higher education journey led to a career in sharing his passion for STEM with middle school students
![Jason Mattick](/main/images/colleges-schools/education/home/components/education/AlumniHighlight/jasonmattickmain.jpg)
Principal Mattick dedicates his work to building a positive climate and culture in Bighorn Country and focuses on the learning environment to provide rigorous instruction and high expectations for all
![Guss and Ginny](/main/images/colleges-schools/education/home/components/education/AlumniHighlight/gusginnyknowles.jpg)
Longtime supporters of the College of Education proudly include the College of Education in their estate plan.