Elms College’s Center for Equity in Urban Education (CEUE) celebrates its five-year anniversary on Wednesday, April 16, with a special event dedicated to reflection, growth, and successful outcomes. Titled Harambee: Cultivating an Equitable and Just Educational Future, it will highlight the CEUE’s achievements and ongoing commitment to fostering equity in education.
Event Information:
- Wednesday, April 16th
- 4-6:30 pm
- Elms College Alumnae Library
- 291 Springfield St.
- Chicopee, MA 01013
Event Details:
- Performance by Libertas Academy Charter School’s Big Red Drumline
- Opening remarks from Dr. Harry Dumay, President of Elms College
- Keynote Speaker Timothy Jones, Owner/CEO of Techniques4Learning
- Panel featuring current CEUE students, alumni, and local school partners
- Exhibitions showing the projects and accomplishments of the CEUE over the past 5 years
Register for the event here.
Dr. Harry Dumay, President of Elms College, reflected on the past five years, saying, “As we celebrate five years of the CEUE, we celebrate the partnerships which have allowed this idea to blossom into reality and we honor the achievements of the students who have advanced through this transformative program. This initiative has empowered them to become culturally responsive educators making a lasting impact on their classrooms and communities.”
Dr. Tyra Good, Founding Executive Director of the Center for Equity in Urban Education, said, “The CEUE has been a driving force in advancing equity in education, equipping educators with the tools to create meaningful change in Western Massachusetts and beyond. As we celebrate five years of impact, we remain dedicated to empowering educators, championing culturally responsive teaching, and expanding pathways for students to achieve their academic goals. We are grateful for our school district and community partners and reaffirm our commitment to advancing educational opportunities.”
The Center for Equity in Urban Education has helped educators advance their careers by offering pathways for both bachelor’s degree completion and a Master of Arts in Teaching. This year, the CEUE plans to extend its offerings by expanding its relationship with the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership and launching the Principal/Assistant Principal PK-8 and 5-12 licensure pathway programs.
About the Center for Equity in Urban Education at Elms College
Established 5 years ago, CEUE is dedicated to increasing the number and diversity of qualified and licensed educators and school teachers. The center offers both bachelor’s and master’s degree completion program pathways and provides support for full-time, non-licensed teachers of record & paraprofessionals in attaining initial licensure. This includes MTEL support, scholarships, and culturally responsive professional development.
