September

Sociology Alumna Hackwelder and ZTTK SONshine Foundation Ring Opening Bell at New York Stock Exchange

The Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Department of School Psychology, Special Education, and Sociology proudly celebrates alumna Tara Hackwelder (Sociology MA ‘07), founder of the ZTTK SONshine Foundation, who joined leaders of the foundation in ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, August 29, 2025.

May

Education in Action Event Connects Aspiring Educators Across Western Pennsylvania

On April 9, 2025, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ welcomed more than 20 high school students from River Valley, United, and Indiana Area school districts for Education in Action: A Future Teachers’ Exchange, a hands-on experience designed to inspire the next generation of educators.