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
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

Mrs. Valancia Devereux

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



Ms. Shanda Brand

Emily Lim Boewadt
Academic Advisors
Education
M.A.T., Secondary Education
Georgia College & State University
B.A., Spanish
Georgia College & State University
COE Partnerships

Dr. Noris Price

Mr. Derick Austin
