Rose Spicola Forum in Literacy
Celebrating decades of transforming literacy education
Founded in 1966, the Rose F. Spicola Forum in Literacy has been a must-attend event for graduate and undergraduate students who are passionate about literacy education at Texas Woman’s University. This annual forum is your opportunity to:
- Engage with leading research
- Learn from top educators
- Discover innovative teaching strategies that you can apply in your future classrooms
Why Attend?
- Learn from renowned experts: Gain research-based insights that will shape your approach to literacy education.
- Engaging workshops and discussion: Dive into practical strategies to improve literacy instruction.
- Networking and mentorship: Connect with TWU faculty, literacy professionals and fellow students who share your passion.
- Legacy of excellence: Be part of a tradition dating back to 1966 that has inspired generations of educators.
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The 57th Rose Spicola Forum – May 3, 2025
Keynote Speaker: Allison Briceño, EdD - Research to Practice: Asset-Based, Responsive Literacy Practices
This year, Allison Briceño, EdD, a leading expert in asset-based literacy instruction and multilingual learners will be speaking at the Spicola Forum. Her keynote address will explore responsive teaching practices that create student-centered learning experiences.
- Current TWU graduate and undergraduate students are encouraged to attend.
- Check with your professors for registration details or contact Amy Burke, PhD.
Biography of Rose F. Spicola
Rose Spicola was an educator, researcher and mentor whose 30-year career at Texas Woman’s University shaped literacy and early childhood education. She joined TWU in 1966 with a passion for innovative teaching and student success and left a legacy that inspires educators today. Spicola was a cornerstone of literacy programs at TWU, emphasizing joy of learning, research-based literacy practices, and mentorship.
Rose F. Spicola Complete Biography
History of Rose F. Spicola Forum in Literacy
Established in 1966 as the Fall Forum in Reading by Rose Spicola, PhD and Margaret Griffin, EdD, the event started as a small campus gathering and has since grown into a nationally recognized platform for literacy professionals known as the Rose F. Spicola Forum in Literacy. Renamed in 1996 to honor Spicola’s visionary leadership, the forum continues to bring together educators, researchers and literacy specialists to explore research-driven strategies and best practices in reading instruction.
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