College of Education Student Ambassador

Meet Rachael Aettuvallil

Hometown: Sharjah, UAE
Major/certification area and anticipated graduation year: Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Summer 2025

Why did you choose to attend UT Arlington?

• Heard a lot of amazing reviews of UTA. UTA is also accredited.

What is your favorite thing about the College of Education?

• The helpful faculty

Who is your favorite professor or staff member?

• Peggy Semingson

What class have you enjoyed the most?

• EDUC 5309

What activities or hobbies do you participate in outside of class?

• Art, cooking/ baking, nail art

What are your plans after graduation? When you think about your future career in education, what excites you the most?

• Becoming a special education teacher. I love the good morning hugs from my students.

What is the one thing you think a prospective Education student needs to know?

• It might get tough sometimes but you've got this!

Have you overcome any challenges that you feel would help inspire other Education majors?

• Thankfully no challenges so far.

Have you received any scholarships/grants to help you pay for school?

• No