Student Resources - Teacher Development and Educational Studies

Student Organizations

AEM: Aspiring Educators of MEA (formerly SMEA — Student Michigan Education Association)
The Student Michigan Education Association (SMEA) is a student organization on campus for elementary and secondary education students. They focus on professional development, community service, and social events to help prepare future educators for their career.

Faculty Advisers: Karen Bolak and Anica Bowe
Connect with AEM:
- Email: smeaou@gmail.com

Best Buddies
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for 1:1 friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Faculty Adviser: Vacant
Connect with Best Buddies:
- Social: Best Buddies Facebook
- Email: oubestbuddies@gmail.com

KDP: Kappa Delta Pi
KDP is OU’s only honor society for education students focusing on professional development, community partnerships and volunteerism, and preparing first-class educators.

Faculty Advisers: Gwen McMillon and Jason Moore
Connect with KDP:
- Social: Kappa Delta Pi Facebook
- Email: kdpoaklandu@gmail.com

National Science Teachers Association
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) is the largest organization in the world committed to promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all.

Faculty Adviser: Mark Olson

National Art Education Association
Founded in 1947, the National Art Education Association is the leading professional membership organization exclusively for visual arts educators.

Faculty Adviser: Linda Tyson