Releases
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From lab to impact: Faculty helping faculty commercialize research discoveries
Navigating the journey from research to real-world impact can be challenging. Luckily for ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ faculty, there’s a network of Innovation Ambassadors to guide them. Read MoreMar 4, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody experts explain what district leaders need to know about principal pipelines, school choice and improvement science
By Jenna Somers In February, faculty members from ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College of education and human development participated in the National Conference on Education, presented by AASA, the School Superintendents Association, held in Nashville, Tennessee. This annual conference brings together district leaders from across the country to engage with leading… Read MoreFeb 26, 2026
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Peabody College offers new ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Alumni Scholarship for professional degree programs
Are you a ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ alumnus or alumna looking to make the next move in your career? Maybe you are considering going back to school to help you land that next big role. Through the new Alumni Scholarship, you can receive a guaranteed 20 percent tuition discount to earn a… Read MoreFeb 25, 2026
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Kids learn science by embodying it, with ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ AI-driven educational tool
By Jennifer Kiilerich In several Tennessee high school classrooms, computer science students are stepping away from their screens. Instead, as part of a learning tool ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ researchers are developing, the teens are actively moving around their environments, enacting algorithms and processes, asking questions and collaborating on solutions. It’s not… Read MoreFeb 25, 2026
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Q&A with ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s Child Studies alumnae who dominate professional association research awards
Since 2023, graduates of ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College of education and human development have won five consecutive research awards from the Association of Child Life Professionals. The nine award-winning graduates earned their master’s degrees in Child Studies at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ and were students in the Children’s Healthcare, Illness,… Read MoreFeb 23, 2026
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Bestselling author, professor Arthur C. Brooks to deliver 2026 Graduates Day address
With Commencement rapidly approaching, the university has announced that award-winning author and professor Arthur C. Brooks will receive ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s prestigious Nichols-Chancellor’s Medal when he speaks at the university’s 2026 Commencement activities. Read MoreFeb 19, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ College of Arts and Science names Jason Merchant as new dean
Jason Merchant, a national leader in higher education and vice provost for academic affairs at the University of Chicago, will be the new Searcy Family Dean of the College of Arts and Science. An internationally renowned, award-winning professor in the field of linguistics, Merchant will also hold an endowed chair in philosophy at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´. Read MoreFeb 19, 2026
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Joerg Rieger: Advancing global solidarity through faith and action
Joerg Rieger's work raises the question: What shared commitment might bind us all together, and can it be leveraged for the good of humanity? As a theologian, he looks to ancient religious traditions for solutions. Read MoreFeb 16, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College leaders traveled to Pakistan to support STEM education initiatives
In November, faculty members from ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College of education and human development traveled to Karachi, Pakistan, for the culminating event of the STEMpowered learning and development series, an 18-month collaboration between Peabody College and Sukkur IBA University to strengthen STEM education in Pakistan, with support from Beyond… Read MoreFeb 13, 2026
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In this episode of the Quantum Potential podcast, Provost Cybele Raver and Chancellor Daniel Diermeier take a deep dive into ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s future—across campuses, cities, and partnerships. From West Palm Beach and San Francisco to New York City, Chattanooga, and Nashville, hear how the power of place is shaping a bold, networked vision for ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s next era.
Feb 11, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College meets the needs of education professionals with four new online master’s degrees
Key Takeaways: ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ is launching four new online master of education programs in Applied Behavior Analysis, Educational Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness, Innovative Design and Technology in Education, and Multilingual Education Graduates of these programs will be competitive for in-demand roles across a range of educational… Read MoreFeb 11, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ steps up support during dangerous ice storm
As a dangerous ice storm swept through Middle Tennessee in late January, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ quickly mobilized to support students, faculty and staff amid widespread power outages and hazardous conditions. The university opened warming centers, adjusted academic schedules and provided frequent updates, while facilities, dining and public safety teams worked around the clock to keep campus safe and operational. Read MoreFeb 9, 2026
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Introducing the Talent Marketplace: Take charge of your career growth
The Talent Marketplace—a new, connected experience designed to help you better understand your skills, grow with intention and explore career opportunities across ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€”is now live. The Talent Marketplace brings together learning, skill development and career exploration in one place, making it easier to see where you are today and what’s possible next. Rather than focusing only on job titles or current roles, it centers on skills, growth and progress over time. Read MoreFeb 5, 2026
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Susan Margulies named ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s new vice provost for research and innovation
Susan Margulies, former assistant director of the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Engineering and a distinguished professor at the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, has been appointed vice provost for research and innovation, with her appointment beginning June 1. She will be tasked with defining a vision for—and driving—the next generation of growth in ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s research enterprise. Read MoreFeb 5, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College researchers win federal award to expand speech-language support for toddlers with cleft palateÂ
By Jennifer Kiilerich Toddlerhood is a critical window for developmental interventions. But up to 75 percent of children born with cleft lip or palate don’t receive the speech-language support they may need until grade school. This lag puts them at risk of challenges with communication, social… Read MoreFeb 5, 2026
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Early language intervention shows promise for Spanish-speaking children with language delays
By Jenna Somers A new study finds that a culturally sustaining treatment can help nearly half of young Spanish-speaking children with early language delays improve their skills significantly—five times more than standard care alone. Led by researchers at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College of education and human development, the… Read MoreFeb 3, 2026
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Innovation Catalyst Funds awarded to seven faculty from October 2025 cycleÂ
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ announced seven recipients of the Innovation Catalyst Fund awards for the October 2025 cycle. The awards offer strategic pre-seed funding to help faculty across a wide range of disciplines turn promising research concepts into tangible solutions that address fundamental societal needs. Read MoreFeb 2, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s Susan Gray School adds kindergarten to its inclusive pre-school program
In 2021, Kathleen Seabolt, executive director, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Child & Family Center , founded the Owls kindergarten as a pilot program at The Acorn School, which provides care for young children of ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ faculty and staff. Beginning in the fall of 2026, Owls will migrate across campus to join the Susan Gray School, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s inclusive pre-school that is part of ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Peabody College of education and human development. Read MoreFeb 2, 2026
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Warm Up & Recharge at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´: Community warming center is open through Monday, Feb. 2
Following the recent winter storm and widespread power outages, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ is opening the David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center to faculty, staff, students and members of the larger Nashville and Middle Tennessee community in need of a safe, warm place to rest and recharge. Read MoreJan 29, 2026
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ launches new season of ‘Quantum Potential’ podcast
Advances in medicine, society and life-altering innovations are sparked through an environment committed to curiosity and potential. See what’s coming up in the second season of the Quantum Potential podcast as Provost C. Cybele Raver introduces listeners the innovators driving ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ progress. Read MoreJan 29, 2026