Why Adrian?
Whatever your background, Adrian College can provide you with the skills and experience you need to realize your dreams.
Why Adrian?
Whatever your background, Adrian College can provide you with the skills and experience you need to realize your dreams.
Undergraduate Studies
We offer an undergraduate program of study that’s small enough to be personal
Graduate Studies
Pursuing your dream career starts with the next phase of your education. When you enroll in graduate school at Adrian College, you’re beginning more than advanced training in your field; you’re accelerating your professional journey.
Professor, Chair, Department of Teacher Education
Dr. Vanessa Morrison
Professor, Chair, Dept. of Teacher Education
Email: vmorrison@adrian.edu
Office: Valade-116
Office Ext.: 3952
Vanessa Morrison, Ph.D., currently serves as Chair of the Teacher Education Department where she teaches a variety of Graduate and Undergraduate courses since joining Adrian College in 2007. A former elementary teacher, assistant principal, and Reading and Language Arts specialist, she has a passion for helping to inspire, motivate, and prepare program candidates to provide quality PK-12 content knowledge to enable academic excellence in our school-age population. She has co-authored The STEM Roadmap Curriculum Series (elementary) published by The National Science Teaching Association; book chapters; and a number of peer-reviewed journal articles, as well as numerous regional and national presentations on literacy and STEM content, and conducted professional development for PK-12 teachers. She is strongly committed to the field of education and working with colleagues across the disciplines to ensure our Adrian College students touch the lives of future generations in positive ways.