UNA Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences

06/03/2026

ROAR Session I was a BLAST!🦁

Stayed tuned for Session II Monday, June 8th!💜⭐️

05/26/2026

📚 We enjoyed hosting students from Cullman County Schools during their visit to UNA!

The students toured the campus and Kilby Laboratory School! They also connected with staff and ambassadors from our college during a special presentation for future educators. 💜💛⁠

Thank you for spending part of your day with us! We hope to see you on campus again soon! 👏⁠

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their bravery, dedication, and legacy live on in every act of courage and every grateful heart. 💙🕊️❤️

05/22/2026

🌟Feature Friday: Strickland Ambassador Program🌟

🎓 Please join us in celebrating the Spring 2026 graduates of the Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences Strickland Ambassador Program — our newest alumni! ✨

💛 BenMichael Bennett — Exercise Science
💜 Marissa Briley — Exercise Science
💛 Kaylee Coats — Exercise Science
💜 Braidyn Gargis — Exercise Science
💛 Anna Kate Kennedy — Exercise Science
💜 Emma McAnally — Secondary Education, English/Language Arts
💛 Emma Kate Myers — Elementary Education
💜 Averie Yeager — Secondary Education, English/Language Arts

We are so proud of your leadership, service, and accomplishments, and we can’t wait to see the incredible things ahead for each of you. Roar Lions! 🎉

05/20/2026

🎓✨ Experiential Expo - Spring 2026 ✨

We’re proud to highlight the Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences' Department of Kinesiology graduate students who presented their research during the expo. 🖼️📊

👏 Shoutout to:
▪️ Sarah Larkin Lewis
▪️ Joice Lacruz
▪️ Noah Bishop
▪️ German Roca
▪️ Ben Williams
▪️ Courtney Dillard (not pictured)

From research presentations to employer connections, Experiential Expo showcased the incredible work and dedication of our students. We love celebrating their achievements! 💼💜🐾

05/19/2026

Are you ready to ROAR?! 🦁💜💛

We’re less than two weeks away from Session I of summer orientation, and we can’t wait! Our staff and student ambassadors are ready to ROAR with you as you get to know the Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences.

We’re excited to meet all the incoming Exercise Science, Sport & Recreation Management, and Education majors! 📚

Get ready for a fun day filled with connection, excitement, and Lion pride! ✨🐾

05/18/2026

Future Teacher Signing Days 2026 ✨🍎

Recognizing future educators is always one of our favorite traditions! This spring, we were proud to celebrate 11 students who committed to attending the University of North Alabama’s Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences as they begin their journey toward a career in education.

A special thank you to the school districts, teachers, and mentors whose guidance and support continue to inspire the next generation of educators. The future of EDUCATION is bright! 📚💡💜

📍Participating Schools:
🏫 Arab High School / Arab City Schools
🏫 Baldwin Preparatory Academy / Baldwin County Schools
🏫 Florence High School / Florence City Schools
🏫 Lauderdale County Schools
🏫 Thompson High School / Alabaster City Schools

Special recognition to UNA alumnae Ms. Kyla Slaton and Ms. Somer Horton, high school instructors, and Ms. Christy Waters, UNA’s Director of Clinical Experiences, for their continued dedication to future teachers! 💛

05/15/2026

Congratulations to our Region 1 teachers ready to become NBCTs! 👏🏼

🎉 Congratulations to Our NBCT (National Board Certified Teacher) Scholarship Recipients! 🎉

The University of North Alabama Education Research & Inservice Center is proud to recognize the 14 outstanding educators from Region 1 who were selected as NBCT Scholarship recipients!

This was an incredibly competitive application process, and these educators were chosen for their commitment to excellence, leadership, and continuous growth in the profession.

Congratulations to these teachers. We can't wait to watch them become National Board Certified Teachers!

• Shelby Atwood – Florence City Schools
• Kelly Beverley – Winfield City Schools
• Shannon Casiday – Sheffield City Schools
• Morgan Entrekin – Muscle Shoals City Schools
• Sarah Frederick – Marion County Board of Education
• Amy Guin – Winfield City Schools
• Lisa Hammack – Walker County Schools
• Sandra (Sandy) Humphries – Walker County Schools
• Ashlyn Kirby – Jasper City Schools
• Celeste McCollum – Russellville City Schools
• Katie Mobley – Winston County
• Teresa Thomas – Jasper City Schools
• Sabrina Underwood – Colbert County
• Tamera Walker – Jasper City

05/15/2026

Never Stop Learning, Region 1! ✨

UNA RIC - Summer 2026 Learning

05/15/2026

This group is READY for you! Register today!! 💜📚✨

Your AMSTI and ASIM Science Specialists are ready to see you for summer professional learning. Reserve your seat by registering today. https://www.amsti.org/site-registration-links