COE Alumni Making News!
The University of Arizona College of Education celebrates alumna Karla Bernal Morales on her recent appointment as Chief Partnerships Officer at the Chamber of Southern Arizona. A graduate of the College’s Literacy, Learning and Leadership program, Morales was among the program’s early graduates in 2014 and has since built a strong career in leadership and community engagement across the region.
The College of Education is proud to celebrate Morales’ accomplishments and the impact she is making!
Education Spotlight
Dr. Karina G. Salazar is an Assistant Professor in the Center for the Study of Higher Education in the Department of Educational Policy Studies and Practice. Her research focuses on how the enrollment management practices of public universities shape college access for underserved student populations and has led to important findings related to how race and class are implicated in university recruitment practices. A 2023 National Academy of Education/Spencer Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow, Dr. Salazar has had her work featured in various top-tier journals, as well as in high profile public venues such as The New York Times and The Washington Post. She was also named one of Tucson’s 40 Under 40 (2024) and has recently been named as one of just seven UA Provost Fellows for Academic Success Goals (2026).
Program Spotlight – Leadership and Learning Innovation (B.S.)
Ready to lead, create, and make an impact—inside or outside the classroom? The Leadership and Learning Innovation B.S. prepares students to design meaningful learning experiences across schools, nonprofits, businesses, and beyond. With a focus on leadership, collaboration, and innovation, you’ll build the skills to solve real-world challenges and drive change in a variety of fields. Take the next step toward a future where you can lead, learn, and innovate anywhere.
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