James L. and Dorothy H. Dewar College of Education & Human Services

Shaping Lives In Classrooms & Communities

You’re the type of student who looks for opportunities to change lives every day. At Valdosta State University, you can succeed in teaching, sign language, counseling, therapy, social work, speech and hearing disorders, leadership, and more. You’ll also get hands-on experience in our clinics, literacy center, local schools, and community organizations alongside talented and certified faculty mentors. Whether you’re looking for a program on campus or online, the Dewar College of Education and Human Services has a challenge for you. Visit today and end your college search here.

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Valdosta Speech & Hearing Clinic

Communication Sciences and Disorders students receive hands on experience as they serve the community in this 25,350 square foot clinic alongside licensed practicing faculty members. Click below for more info and contact information.
FamilyWorks Clinic

FamilyWorks trains graduate students to provide brief therapy to families, couples, and individuals who come from all over the region in a professional clinical setting.
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Valdosta Sullivan Scholars Program

The Valdosta Sullivan Scholars Program is a scholarship program awarded to high school juniors and seniors from rural Georgia Counties. who have a passion for becoming a teacher. Principals, assistant principals, teachers, and/or counselors can nominate rising high school juniors or seniors who meet the eligibility criteria.
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Military Families Learning Network

The Military Families Learning Network (MFLN) Family Development Team at Valdosta State University is part of a Department of Defense (DoD) grant initiative to provide professionals with online training that supports work with military families. These online resources include: webinars, podcast episodes, virtual conferences and much more.
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College Assistance Migrant Program

The College Assistance Migrant Program was established to assist migrant and seasonal farm workers, or their dependents, by providing intensive academic, social, and financial support to help them succeed during their first year at VSU and continue with their postsecondary education.
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The Sullivan Literacy Center

The Literacy Center’s mission is to be a system of care for the children and families of Valdosta and the surrounding communities with a focus on building children's literacy skills, motivation, and confidence.
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Meet Dean Bernie Oliver

The Dewar College of Education & Human Services at Valdosta State University helps you be the difference in your classroom or community. Click below to meet Dean Oliver and the students and faculty that make up our college.
Letter from the Dean

James L. and Dorothy H. Dewar College of Education & Human Services

Shaping Lives In Classrooms & Communities

Awards

Valdosta Speech & Hearing Clinic

FamilyWorks Clinic

Valdosta Sullivan Scholars Program

Military Families Learning Network

College Assistance Migrant Program

The Sullivan Literacy Center

Meet Dean Bernie Oliver