Two C&I graduates recognized as 2018 CEHD Rising Alumni

Two alumni from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Paul Ambrosier and Josh Pauly, were honored as 2018 CEHD Rising Alumni. Each year, the CEHD Alumni Society recognizes rising alumni from across the college who have achieved early distinction in their careers, demonstrated emerging leadership, or shown exceptional volunteer service in their communities.

Paul Ambrosier

Paul Ambrosier graduated with a master’s of education in elementary education in 2006 and a bachelor’s of science in elementary education foundations in 2004. He currently teachers fourth grade at Franklin Elementary School in the Anoka Hennepin School District. He is recognized as a mentor to students and his colleagues, as well as a volunteer coach at his school.

Josh Pauly

Josh Pauly received his master’s of education in social studies education in 2014. He went on to teach in the public schools, found the non-profit PeopleSourced Policy, a nonpartisan organization working to increase access and engagement in the political process, and is the executive director of Books on Wings, a nonprofit organization that provides culturally relevant books to underserved students in grades K-3. He also actively volunteers with organizations across the metro including the Islamic Resource group, the Citizens’ League, Project Home, and Civic Caucus.

Pauly credits social studies professors J.B. Mayo and Pat Avery with helping him find his voice and prepare for his career as an educator.

Congratulations to our C&I Rising alumni for their accomplishments! We look forward to following them as they continue in their careers.

Learn more about the master’s of education in teaching programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.