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Chapman University I Attallah College of Educational Studies

At Chapman University’s Attallah College of Educational Studies, faculty mentorship is central to the Graduate Teacher Education experience. Faculty in the MA in Teaching and MA in Special Education programs are committed to supporting each student’s academic, professional, and personal development. Through close collaboration and practical training, students gain experience in research, assessment, and instructional practices. This supportive learning environment equips graduates to thrive as effective, compassionate educators.

Meet Dr. Trisha Sugita, Director of Teacher Education Programs

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Dr. Trisha Sugita

Instructional Associate Professor

Dr. Trisha Sugita is the Director of the Teacher Education program and an Instructional Associate Professor of Special Education at Chapman University’s Attallah College of Educational Studies. She brings extensive K-12 experience in special education, including curriculum development, family engagement, and professional development in co-teaching, universal design for learning, and culturally responsive practices. 

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Our Nationally Recognized Faculty

Our faculty are leading scholars and practitioners who bring diverse expertise and perspectives to the Teacher Education and Special Education programs:
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Dr. Tara Barnhart

Assistant Professor
Expertise: Science Education; Secondary Education; Teacher Learning Using Video; Teacher Noticing; Teacher Reflection
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Dr. Meghan Cosier

Professor
Expertise: Inclusive Education; School Reform; Teacher Preparation
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Dr. Margie Curwen

Associate Professor
Expertise: Systems Thinking; Elementary Teaching; Classroom Instruction; Literacy
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Dr. Jamie Gravell

Instructional Assistant Professor
Expertise: Secondary Education; Educational Technology and Digital Pedagogy; Critical Sociocultural Theories of Learning; Civic Education in the Digital Age
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Dr. Corinna Hathuc

Instructional Assistant Professor
Expertise: K-12 Educational Leadership; Curriculum Design; Teacher Professional Development; Mathematics and Elementary Education
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Dr. Jennifer E. Kong

Assistant Professor
Expertise: Special Education; Math Interventions; STEM Education for Youth with Disabilities; Second Language Development
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Dr. Roxanne Greitz Miller

Professor
Dean, Attallah College of Educational Studies
Expertise: Science Education; Secondary Education; Teacher Communication; Curriculum and Instruction
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Teacher Education Staff

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Leah Kingsporn

Credential Specialist, Teacher Education and CSP Programs
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Stephanie Farrington

Fieldwork and Credentials Manager, Teacher Education Programs
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Zac Graycen

Program Coordinator, Teacher Education Programs