Mission The Department of Special Education has been involved for two decades in the preparation of teachers of students with all disabilities at the preschool, elementary and secondary levels. Students may also major in Early Childhood, Elementary or Secondary Education and minor in Behavior Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Mental Disabilities or Early Childhood Special Education. Faculty in the Department of Special Education have achieved state, national and international recognition for their teaching and research.
Faculty members are frequent contributors to the professional literature.
Department of Special Education faculty are active in leadership roles within several major professional organizations. In addition, members are in high demand for consultation services.