FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Oct. 23 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news release:

Brianna Crowley, a graduate of the College of Education and Health Professions K-6 elementary education program, was named the 2026 Dr. Marilyn Nicholas National Student Teacher of the Year from the Association of Teacher Educators (ATE) and Kappa Delta Pi (KDP).

The national award recognizes an outstanding student teacher or intern who demonstrates excellence in instructional planning, classroom management, instructional strategies that support all students and a deep commitment to student learning.

Crowley completed her year-long student teaching residency at Holt Middle School last year, teaching fifth grade science under the mentorship of Che...