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Jul 17, 2025
From Student to Teacher: Wildcats Begin Inspiring the Next Generation
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July 17, 2025
Marshall, TX – At Wiley University, we don’t just prepare students for a degree—we prepare them for purpose. And nothing illustrates that better than the journeys of our recent education graduates, who are stepping boldly into classrooms across Texas and beyond this fall.
These Wildcats are more than graduates—they are dreamers, doers, and difference-makers. Trained at one of the nation’s most historic Historically Black Colleges and Universities, they’ve transformed late-night study sessions, hands-on teaching experiences, and a deep love for learning into careers that will shape the future of education.
Teachers are the heartbeat of our communities. They spark curiosity, build confidence, and help young people thrive. At a time when diverse, dedicated, and passionate educators are needed more than ever, Wiley University is answering the call—one classroom at a time.
“We are immensely proud of our education students — their dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to shaping young minds truly set them apart,” said Morgan King, M.Ed., Ed.S., Assistant Dean of Education, Sciences, and Social Sciences. “Their success is not only a reflection of their hard work but also of our shared mission to prepare the next generation of inspiring educators.”
Meet a few of Wiley’s newest education professionals and the school districts they’ll soon call home:
Fatima Ortega – Detroit Public Schools
Kewaysha Alsup – Bastrop Independent School District
Dante Enriquez – Elysian Fields Independent School District
Alayna Francis – Houston Independent School District
Jasmine Howard – Houston Independent School District
Alicia King – Houston Independent School District
Kya Gray – Currently teaching in the Dallas area
Wiley University is proud to be a launchpad for educators who not only know their craft but embody compassion, commitment, and cultural excellence.
For more information about the School of Education, Sciences, and Social Sciences at Wiley University, contact Morgan King, M.Ed., Ed.S., Assistant Dean, at mkingwileyc@gmail.com or visit www.wileyc.edu/school-of-education-wiley-university. For more information about Wiley University, please contact Catherine G. Sellers, Executive Director of Marketing, Communications, and Brand Management, at wuinstitutionaladvancement@gmail.com.
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About Wiley University:
Wiley University, formerly known as Wiley College, is a premier liberal arts institution related to the United Methodist Church. The university is dedicated to fostering social good and developing leaders who make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
