New Teacher Academy
Congratulations! You’ve graduated from your Pacific University teacher education program. Now what? Are you concerned about being on your own?
As a Pacific alumnus, you’re still part of the Pacific community. Join the New Teacher Academy and receive support, assistance, and resource information from College of Education faculty and your fellow alumni.
Eugene Campus - The New Teacher Academy holds six meetings during the school year, typically in November, December, February, April, and May at the Eugene campus.
Forest Grove Campus - The New Teacher Academy holds four dinner meetings during the school year, typically in October, December, February, and April at a convenient, central location.
"I really appreciate the opportunity to learn more about classroom management"
"I'm happy to have the chance to share my ideas"
"New teachers often feel isolated. NTA helps me stay connected"
Informal and fun, the meetings are designed to increase your knowledge of teaching and learning by providing information on current topics and research. Grads from all College of Education programs are welcome.
NTA provides a safe place to ask questions and is a great way to maintain your relationships with faculty and fellow alumni.
There is no fee to participate in the New Teacher Academy. You may attend meetings as you please.
If you have graduated from the College of Education within the past five years and would like to participate in the NTA, contact:
Eugene Campus
| Paula Wilkes, Assoc. Professor Pacific University College of Education wilk2420@pacificu.edu 541-485-6812 |
Shelley Smolnisky, Assoc. Dean Pacific University College of Education smolniskys@pacificu.edu 541-485-6812 |
Forest Grove Campus
| Elaine Coughlin, Asst. Professor Pacific University College of Education elainecoughlin@pacificu.edu 503-352-1460 |
Ann Matschiner, Asst. Professor Pacific University College of Education matschal@pacificu.edu 503-352-1462 |