Welcome to the John H. Lounsbury College of Education at Georgia College & State University, where we are committed to developing future teachers and leaders in the field of education who are Architects of Change. As Interim Dean, I invite you to explore our website and discover the numerous opportunities that await you.
Whether you are pursuing your undergraduate degree or advancing your career in our graduate programs, our dedicated faculty members and staff are here to support you on your journey. Our partnerships with P-12 schools, professional organizations, and communities help to provide relevant and meaningful learning experiences for all. Indeed, there is a great need for professional educators and our graduates are in high-demand because of these partnerships, our rigorous academic programs, and dedication to developing the whole-educator.
Our mission is well-defined: “The John H. Lounsbury College of Education innovatively and collaboratively develops and empowers educational professionals, P-12 communities, and the Georgia College community to promote diversity, equity, advocacy, and excellence in learning, teaching, service, and scholarship.” We are a supportive community who value life-long learning, collaboration, and ingenuity.
Thank you for visiting our website. I welcome you to join us as we pursue, embrace, and create opportunities to continually develop as professional educators, and positively impact the field of education and the lives of K-12 students.
Warm Regards,
Joanne L. Previts
Interim Dean
College of Education
Contact Information
Education
PhD, Kent State University; MEd, Cleveland State University; BA, Notre Dame College
Research
Middle Grades Teacher Education, Inquiry-Oriented Approaches to Teaching and Learning, Video Analysis
Dr. Nicole DeClouette
Interim Associate Dean
220F Kilpatrick Hall
478-445-2126
Education
PhD, Syracuse University; BA, University of California, Berkeley
Research
Cross-Cultural Constructions of Disability, International Inclusive Education, Collaboration and Co-teaching
Ms. Shanquita Lewis
Coordinator of Office Services & Dean's Assistant
220D Kilpatrick Hall
478-445-6205
Ms. Shanda Brand
Director of Graduate Programs
217A Kilpatrick Hall
478-445-1383
Mrs. Keisha Foston
Director of Partnerships and Field Placement
220G Kilpatrick Hall
478-445-4546
Dr. Eric Carlyle
Coordinator of Accreditation/ Director of Call Me MiSTER
220B Kilpatrick Hall
478-445-8563
Education
PhD, Walden University; Ed.S, Columbus State University; MEd, Georgia Southern University; BA, Georgia Southern University
Research
Organizational Effectiveness, Educational Leadership, PBIS, School Culture and School Climate, School/Continuous Improvement, Education Policy
Emily Lim Boewadt
Senior Development Officer
129 Parks Memorial Building
478-445-5137
Academic Advisors
Education
M.A.T., Secondary Education
Georgia College & State University
B.A., Spanish
Georgia College & State University
COE Partnerships
Dr. Noris Price
Baldwin County Schools Superintendent
Professional Development School Partnership
Mr. Eric Arena
Putnam County Schools Superintendent
Professional Development School Partnership
Dr. Runee B. Sallad
Director, Georgia College Early College
201 Kilpatrick Education Center
478-445-3105
Education
PhD, Kent State University; MEd, Cleveland State University; BA, Notre Dame College
Research
Middle Grades Teacher Education, Inquiry-Oriented Approaches to Teaching and Learning, Video Analysis
Dr. Nicole DeClouette
Education
PhD, Syracuse University; BA, University of California, Berkeley
Research
Cross-Cultural Constructions of Disability, International Inclusive Education, Collaboration and Co-teaching
Ms. Shanquita Lewis
Ms. Shanda Brand
Mrs. Keisha Foston
Dr. Eric Carlyle
Education
PhD, Walden University; Ed.S, Columbus State University; MEd, Georgia Southern University; BA, Georgia Southern University
Research
Organizational Effectiveness, Educational Leadership, PBIS, School Culture and School Climate, School/Continuous Improvement, Education Policy
Emily Lim Boewadt
Education
M.A.T., Secondary Education
Georgia College & State University
B.A., Spanish
Georgia College & State University