University of Nebraska officials have unveiled a new emphasis on early childhood education.
College of Education Dean Marjorie Kostelnik announced creation of the Nebraska Early Childhood Research Academy during a news conference on the Lincoln campus. . .
Nine new positions will be added at UNL to address early childhood education, and 15 Nebraska Extension educators will be hired.
Kathleen Lodl with Nebraska Extension says it’s an important issue. . .
Lodl says the program will work to get other disciplines at the university involved in early childhood education.
