“I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to earn a teaching credential and Master’s degree at the same time. The program is just right for those who are working in the classroom and want a quality education.” (Read more...)

Amber Carrow (MA in Education, 2004)
2010 California Teacher of the Year
World History Teacher, Chemawa Middle School, Riverside, CA

"I have a simple teaching philosophy: reach the student first, and then you can teach the subject." (Read more...)

Brenda Dougan (MA in Education, 2007)
6th grade teacher, Fontana Unified School District

“The Teacher Education program at Claremont Graduate University taught me how bringing real-life connections into the curriculum enhances critical as well as creative thinking.”
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Jessica Duran (MA in Education, 2007)
Teacher, High school science and social skills inclusion program for students with autism

"CGU made us colleagues, the Teacher Education Program made us family.” (Read more..)

Raul Gonzalez (MA in Education)
Elementary Teacher

"Teaching in California is a challenging, but rewarding career. The increasing difficulty of content standards, the ever-changing demographics of our students, and the politics of educational policy creates ongoing opportunities for lifelong learning. CGU addresses these and other topics in education that have made me a better teacher.” (Read more..)

Tamara Jourdain (MA in Education, 2004)
Kindergarten Teacher

“With its emphasis on recognizing students’ diverse backgrounds, CGU’s Teacher Education program has instilled in me the importance of being an advocate for social justice and equity.” (Read more...)

Edward Olivos (PhD in Education, 2003)
Assistant Professor of Education Studies, University of Oregon

“Claremont Graduate University taught me to think innovatively about my teaching and my research by connecting them to real-life experiences and issues. My CGU instructors encouraged me invest my passion into my work. I feel I’m doing that now.” (Read more...)

Nicole (Block) Pyle (PhD in Education, 2008)
Postdoctoral Fellow, The Meadows Center, The University of Texas at Austin

Dr. Nicole Pyle is making a difference in the lives of students with learning disabilities. (Read more...)

Lynn Shaw (PhD in Education, 2001)

Professor of Electrical Technology at Long Beach City College
Founder and President of the Board of Directors
President for WINTER (Women In Non Traditional Employment Roles)

“Going to Claremont Graduate University profoundly changed the way I view the world and how I act in it. The world of knowledge, dialogue, deconstruction and pedagogy are gifts that have guided my career direction and life.” (Read more...)

Diane Watson (PhD in Education, 1987)
Congresswoman

“I was able to complete my doctorate even in the course of campaigning and being elected to the Senate." (Read more...)

Pamela Wiley-Wells (PhD in Education, 1993)
President, Los Angeles Speech and Language Therapy Center

“When I support CGU I know that I am supporting the minds of the future.” (Read more...)

Myrtle Yamada (PhD in Education, 1990)
Academic Affairs Program Officer, University of Hawaii at Manoa

“I truly loved being a doctoral student in the School of Educational Studies. Working with the Education faculty and with my CGU classmates broadened my perspective considerably. The CGU degree has opened doors to many new opportunities and positions, including my current position.” (Read more...)