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Spring 2025 COE News
  • Counseling Psychology
  • School Psychology
  • Special Education
  • Educational Leadership
  • Global Programs
  • Research
  • Teaching, Learning and Technology

Spring COE Newsletter Focuses on Research

The Spring 2025 issue of COE News focuses on research taking place across the College. COE Associate Dean for Research Bridget Dever introduces the issue:

As I look back on my first year as the COE's Associate Dean for Research, I appreciate the opportunity to support our talented faculty and students and promote their research. I am so proud of our many successes and the impact our research has in the communities we serve.

Dylan Young
  • Centennial School
  • School Psychology
  • LUSSC

Student Spotlight: Dylan Young

Dylan Young is a doctoral student enrolled in the COE's School Psychology program. At Lehigh, Young balances her doctoral studies with a leadership role as the assistant director of the Lehigh University School Study Council.

Lauren Tillstrom Biegley
  • Teaching, Learning and Technology

Student Spotlight: Lauren Tillstrom Biegley

For Lauren Tillstrom Biegley, the decision to pursue a doctoral degree was rooted in a desire to bridge the gap between research-based theory and the realities of K-12 schools. After years spent in elementary classrooms, she was looking for more than academics; she wanted a partner in progress.

Sarah McDermott
  • Teaching, Learning and Technology

Sarah McDermott: A Journey of Passion and Purpose

While most students in the 4+1 Accelerated Master’s program begin their transition in their sophomore year, Sarah McDermott took a unique path, jumping in during her junior year. Now in her first year as a graduate student, she is fast-tracking her way to the classroom, proving that the program’s flexibility is one of its greatest strengths.

Kaelee Mackey

Kaelee Mackey: Coming Full Circle to Education

Kaelee Mackey’s journey to the classroom wasn't a straight line, but every step along the way brought valuable perspective. She began her undergraduate studies in education, then switched to psychology and later completed a master’s in criminal justice. After working in a variety of fields, she realized her true calling was education.