The College of Education (COE) holds to a comprehensive mission that includes the work of teaching, research and service to the public and to the professions. The COE is particularly committed to developing first-rate teachers and administrative leaders for the schools of the state and the nation, well-informed practitioners in the fields of sport and exercise science and accomplished researchers for the nation’s colleges and universities. The College also strives to advance consequential research that offers insight to the public, the professions and various academic communities. Finally, the COE aims to involve itself in matter of public magnitude, especially as it relates to schools, families, health practices and general community life.