Advising & Teacher Education Success
Here to help you succeed
In the College of Education Advising and Teacher Education Success Office -- or CATS Office -- we have one goal: your success. We're here for you throughout your academic journey with the guidance and resources you need.
The CATS Office and our professional advisors assist with:
- exploring degree options
- class planning and registration
- admission to UNI Teacher Education
- requirements leading to licensure
- teacher education progress monitoring
If you're a student with a secondary teaching major, you should reach out to your college-based advisors for general advising assistance with your core academic major. If unsure where to turn, the CATS Office can help get you to the right place.
Contact Us
Office: 151 Schindler Education Center.
Email: teachereducation@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2265
The CATS Office Team
Benjamin Forsyth leads the CATS Office in his role as associate dean for undergraduate studies and teacher education in the College of Education. He's joined by:
- a director of advising
- five professional advisors
- two office support staff
As a team, this multifaceted group works to keep you on track, whatever direction your degree takes you.
Benjamin Forsyth, PhD
Associate Dean, Undergraduate Studies & Teacher Education
Associate Professor, Educational Psychology
benjamin.forsyth@uni.edu
(319) 273-6888
Jenny Connolly, MA
Director of Advising, COE Advising and Teacher Education Success
jenny.connolly@uni.edu
319-273-2144
Erin Conlan, MS
Advisor and Student Support Specialist, Online Transfer Program
erin.conlan@uni.edu
515-248-7502
Barbara Gager, MAE
Academic Advisor
barbara.gager@uni.edu
(319) 273-2997
Mike Tate, MA
Academic Advisor
mike.tate@uni.edu
319-273-5481
Amber Dullard, MA
Academic Advisor
amber.dullard@uni.edu
(319) 273-4971
