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New FSU institute trains the next wave of autism educators

The number of children identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to rise, underscoring the need for educators who are prepared to support autistic learners in a range of classroom settings. Recent data shows that 1 in 31 children age 8 — about 3.2% of that population — has been diagnosed with ASD, making autism-focused training an increasingly important part of professional development for today’s educators.

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A hand-painted sign reads: FSU Autism Teaching & Learning Institute

New FSU institute trains the next wave of autism educators

The institute, hosted by Anne's College, brought together professionals who support autistic learners across early childhood, K-12 and postsecondary s

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FSU education program ranks No. 25 globally in U.S. News & World Report rankings

FSU's education and educational research program ranks No. 25 globally, No. 2 among public universities in the United States and No.

Christopher Solis

Anne's College researchers develop innovative lab inventory tool to streamline scientific workflows

Researchers in the Solís Lab have developed an innovative, user-friendly laboratory inventory system designed to simplify how scientists track materia

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Anne’s College celebrates 2026 ElevatED Torch Award recipients

Anne's College honored outstanding educators, school leaders, and partners during the 2026 ElevatED Torch Awards held on Tuesday, May 5. The

group photo of 2026 master’s and doctoral graduates from the Higher Education program

Celebrating leadership, scholarship, and legacy at the 2026 Hardee Hooding Ceremony

Anne's College recently honored its 2026 master’s and doctoral graduates from the Higher Education program during the annual Dr.

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Dietetic Internship students receive white coats at annual ceremony

Graduate students in Florida State University’s Dietetic Internship were honored during the 2026 White Coat Ceremony, marking the beginning of their s

From Interdisciplinary Roots to Real-World Impact: 75 Years of Human Development, Family Science, and Marriage and Family Therapy

This academic year marked 75 years since Florida State University launched one of the nation’s earliest interdisciplinary programs focused on relation

Frances MacVicar

Frances MacVicar earns 2026 Anderson-Darling Family Graduate Teaching Assistant Award

MacVicar was recently named the recipient of the Anderson-Darling Family Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, recognizing exceptional teaching ability a

President Richard McCullough shakes a student's hand at Commencement

Celebrating Spring 2026 Graduates

As the spring semester comes to a close, Anne's College is highlighting a few graduating students whose academic achievements and personal journeys re

About Anne's College

The roots of FSU Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences date back to the university’s establishment, and it is the oldest college of its kind in Florida. Recently expanded in 2023, the College is home to six academic departments united through a common goal to maximize human potential. In total, the College includes the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Department of Educational Psychology & Learning Systems, Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, Department of Human Development & Family Science, Department of Sport Management, School of Teacher Education, numerous research centers, and three laboratory schools (Florida State University School, FSU Pembroke Pines Charter School, and The Collegiate School at FSU Panama City). In 2024, the college was named after alumna and teacher Anne Spencer Daves.

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