
Teacher Education
Teaching can take you anywhere.
Teacher Education has been part of the University of North Dakota since the university’s founding in 1883.
UND’s Teacher Education programs are currently supported by faculty across 16 departments within two colleges: the College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Education & Human Development.
The goals of the basic teacher education programs at the University of North Dakota are to enable the development of teachers who:
- Are committed to the continuing process of learning with an emphasis on learning to teach
- Can take an active role in promoting the learning of students; and
- Can envision alternative solutions to challenges posed in the school environment.
Our programs are fully approved by the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board and accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP, formerly NCATE) since 1954.

Teacher Education Handbook
The Teacher Education Handbook contains important information for prospective and current students enrolled in undergraduate Teacher Education programs. Please see the handbook for:
- Program Admission Information
- Program Requirements and Policies
Programs preparing teacher educators and other school-related personnel at the University of North Dakota comply with the Title II Higher Education Act and have reported their information to the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board.
Teacher Education Application
The Teacher Education Application includes important information for prospective students, including factors to consider before applying and requirements for completing the program. A detailed guide provides step-by-step instructions for the application process. Prospective students are encouraged to meet with an advisor before applying.
Faculty and Staff
- jenny.bladow@UND.edu
- 701.213.2618
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Education Building Suite 31B
231 Centennial Drive Stop 7189
Grand Forks, ND 58202-7189
- teri.salwey@UND.edu
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Education Building Suite 31 Room 27
231 Centennial Drive Stop 7189
Grand Forks, ND 58202-7189
- thomas.smette.2@UND.edu
- 701.777.6234
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Education Building Room 27
231 Centennial Drive Stop 7189
Grand Forks, ND 58202-7189
- kylie.ekern@UND.edu
- 701.777.6062
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Education Building
231 Centennial Drive Stop 7189
Grand Forks, ND 58202-7189
- eric.tweton@UND.edu
- 701.777.4097
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Education Building Room 102E
231 Centennial Drive Stop 7189
Grand Forks, ND 58202-7189