LMU School of Education

LMU School of Education We cultivate extraordinary educators who foster equity and create opportunities

Guided by a centuries-old Jesuit/Marymount tradition, the Loyola Marymount School of Education integrates inclusive education and academic excellence. Located at the beautiful Westchester campus in Southern California, our students receive a personalized education with small classes, a dedicated faculty, and an experienced staff who ensures that each student gains the knowledge and skills they need to teach and lead.

05/17/2026

You did it, graduate Class of 2026! You juggled working, caregiving, and other responsibilities as you earned your credentials and degrees. In the past few years you learned how to advocate, empower, and lead with purpose. As you move on from our classes and into your own classrooms, schools, districts, and other professional environments, know that your efforts form the very foundation of social justice and collective liberation. ๐ŸŽ“โœจ
Thank you for your dedication to changing the worldโ€”one student, school, community, and system at a time โค๏ธ๐Ÿฆ

You arrived at LMU as students. You graduate today as educators ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š๐ŸซToday we celebrate the resilience, passion, and dedic...
05/16/2026

You arrived at LMU as students. You graduate today as educators ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿซ

Today we celebrate the resilience, passion, and dedication of our undergraduate students who have studied education and earned their preliminary teaching credentials. Youโ€™ve learned that being a teacher means being a leader, a listener, and a lifelong learner. We're so proud of the people youโ€™ve become and can't wait to see the impact you'll make in your classrooms.

Go forth and set the world on fire! ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐Ÿ“–

05/15/2026

Dean Zarate closed out todayโ€™s doctoral hooding ceremony by connecting the themes of the poem โ€œTo Be of Useโ€ (1973) by feminist and activist Marge Piercy to the tireless work of educators and the values that LMU cultivates in its community. Congratulations to the Ed.D. Class of 2026! ๐Ÿฆ ๐ŸŽ“ ๐Ÿ‘Š

05/15/2026

EVP and Provost Kathleen Weaver gives opening remarks today at our annual Ed.D. Hooding Ceremony ๐ŸŽ“

As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2026 this weekend ๐ŸŽ“โœจ we close our annual student award series by congratulating:...
05/14/2026

As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2026 this weekend ๐ŸŽ“โœจ we close our annual student award series by congratulating:

๐Ÿ† Angelica โ€œAngieโ€ Crawford
Outstanding Graduate Student of 2026

Angieโ€™s compassion, leadership, and commitment to supporting students and their families exemplify the very best of LMU School of Education and the impact our graduates make in the world.

Angie, we wish you much success and are cheering you on every step of the way ๐Ÿฆโค๏ธ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

The countdown to 2026 Commencement is almost complete ๐ŸŽ‰ ๐ŸŽ“and today we're happy to honor:๐Ÿ† Megan ChaviraOutstanding Under...
05/13/2026

The countdown to 2026 Commencement is almost complete ๐ŸŽ‰ ๐ŸŽ“and today we're happy to honor:

๐Ÿ† Megan Chavira
Outstanding Undergraduate Student of 2026

Meganโ€™s dedication, leadership, and commitment to education have left a lasting impact on her students. We know this is only the beginning of all she will accomplish.

Congratulations, Megan โ€” we are so proud to call you a Lion ๐Ÿฆโœจ๐Ÿ“š

With 2026 Commencement less than a week away ๐ŸŽ“โœจ weโ€™ll be tipping our hats to SOEโ€™s top three student award winners of th...
05/11/2026

With 2026 Commencement less than a week away ๐ŸŽ“โœจ weโ€™ll be tipping our hats to SOEโ€™s top three student award winners of the year. Please join us in congratulating:

๐Ÿ† Jasmine Davis
Recipient of the Arrupe Award for Inclusive Excellence & Social Justice

This award recognizes a student whose leadership and commitment reflect the Jesuit values at the heart of LMU School of Education โ€” especially the pursuit of equity, justice, and transformative change in education and communities.

Jasmine, we are incredibly proud to celebrate your impact and leadership ๐Ÿฆโค๏ธ

Itโ€™s Friday!๐Ÿ’ฅ and itโ€™s another May Gray Day in L.A., but thatโ€™s okay because commencement season is here ๐ŸŽ“โœจ and the skie...
05/08/2026

Itโ€™s Friday!๐Ÿ’ฅ and itโ€™s another May Gray Day in L.A., but thatโ€™s okay because commencement season is here ๐ŸŽ“โœจ and the skies wonโ€™t dampen our spirits. Hereโ€™s the final group of this yearโ€™s graduate student award winners from LMU School of Education. Congratulations to:

๐ŸŽ“ Sara Alejandra Rebolledo | Catholic Teacher Preparation (PLACE & CAST)
๐ŸŽ“ Estela Ruezga | Guidance & Counseling
๐ŸŽ“ Megan Taylor Kobayashi | Educational Studies (accelerated program)
๐ŸŽ“ Darian Renee White | Special Education
๐ŸŽ“ Brandi Jโ€™oi Williams | Educational Studies

Your dedication, resilience, and commitment to serving learners and communities embody what it means to be an LMU Lion ๐Ÿฆ ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ“š

Our celebration of LMU School of Educationโ€™s 2026 student award winners continues ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ™Œ and here weโ€™re spotlighting five mo...
05/07/2026

Our celebration of LMU School of Educationโ€™s 2026 student award winners continues ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ™Œ and here weโ€™re spotlighting five more graduate students whose work is already making an impact.

Congratulations to:

๐ŸŽ“ Samantha Kollar | School Administration
๐ŸŽ“ Antonio Lara | School Counseling
๐ŸŽ“ Felicia Madrigal | College Counseling & Student Affairs
๐ŸŽ“ Javier Martinez-Velazquez | Kenneth L. Moffett Bilingual Education Award
๐ŸŽ“ Alexandria Pรฉrez | Transformative Education

Your commitment to students, communities, equity, and educational transformation inspires all of us โค๏ธ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ“–

The countdown to 2026 Commencement continues ๐ŸŽ“โœจ and today weโ€™re celebrating the first of three groups of our graduate st...
05/06/2026

The countdown to 2026 Commencement continues ๐ŸŽ“โœจ and today weโ€™re celebrating the first of three groups of our graduate student award winners at LMU School of Education!

Please join us in congratulating these outstanding Lions ๐Ÿฆ:

๐ŸŽ“ Charles Alvidrez | Counseling (LPCC & PPS)
๐ŸŽ“ Kayleigh Bullon | School Psychology (On-Campus)
๐ŸŽ“ Angelica Crawford | School Psychology (Online)
๐ŸŽ“ Jennifer Gracian | Counseling (LPCC)
๐ŸŽ“ Jeremy Lee Hughes | Educational Leadership

Thank you for the care, leadership, advocacy, and compassion you bring to schools and communities every day ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ† ๐Ÿ’ฏ

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