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ImmersED Project Bridges Science Learning and Social-Emotional Growth Through Next-Gen Technology

Aug 25, 2025

Lehigh's College of Education is leading a new era of educational research and innovation with ImmersED, a pioneering project harnessing immersive technology and social-emotional learning (SEL) to reimagine how students experience and succeed in science. Built on collaboration between faculty researchers, classroom educators, and Lehigh undergraduate and graduate students, and supported by the Office of Creative Inquiry, ImmersED aims to engage diverse learners through active participation in dynamic, 360-degree science lessons that build both academic and social-emotional skills.

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Finding Joy in Education

Aug 15, 2025

In 2025, the field of education faces unprecedented challenges. For instance, the National Center for Education Statistics reports that during the 2024-2025 school year, 74% of public schools in the United States faced difficulty hiring teachers to fill vacant positions. Furthermore, teachers indicate that a common reason why they leave the profession is they feel that teaching is an undervalued profession.

Centennial School Classroom

Centennial School Marks 60 Years of Transforming Lives in Special Education

Aug 13, 2025

Lehigh University’s Centennial School marks its 60th anniversary, celebrating six decades as a guiding light for children with behavioral and learning challenges and for the educators committed to helping them succeed. Founded in 1965 by Lehigh’s College of Education during the University’s centennial, Centennial has grown into much more than just a school — it is a vibrant, supportive community where each child’s potential is recognized and nurtured through expertise, compassion, and a belief in second chances.