Student Success Blog

Spring 2026 Graduating Student Spotlights

CEHD Students Recognized as 2026 Teachers of Promise

Five education students from George Mason University’s College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) were recently honored at the 23rd Teachers of Promise Institute, a statewide celebration recognizing exemplary future educators from colleges and universities across Virginia.

Family of the Year Award winner: Eun Kyung Choi

Eun Kyung (EK) Choi is a full-time graduate student in the Inclusive Early Childhood Education Program at George Mason University, and a student parent. EK is also the winner of the Dr. Alan and Sally Merten Family of the Year Award! Keep reading to learn more about EK’s family, and their experience at George Mason.