LATROBE, PA – Dr. Veronica Ent, a professor of education at Saint Vincent College, was honored in October with the 2026 Teacher Educator of the Year Award, presented by the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators (PAC-TE).
“I am deeply honored and grateful to receive this recognition from PAC-TE, an organization that has been such a meaningful part of my professional journey,” Ent said as she expressed her gratitude to fellow teacher educators from institutions across Pennsylvania who nominated her and to PAC-TE for the award. “Over the years, PAC-TE has provided me with opportunities to learn, lead, serve and build lasting friendships with colleagues who share a passion for teacher education. To be recognized by individuals I respect and admire makes this honor especially meaningful. I am also grateful to Saint Vincent College for the opportunity to contribute to the preparation of future educators and to the broader educational community throughout Pennsylvania.”
The honor recognizes outstanding professional achievement, leadership and contributions to teacher education, along with dedicated service to PAC-TE and the profession.
PAC-TE is a statewide professional organization committed to advancing excellence in teacher preparation through advocacy, collaboration and professional development. Representing colleges, universities and teacher educators across Pennsylvania, the organization plays an important role in supporting and strengthening the teaching profession.
Ent has been actively involved in Pennsylvania teacher education throughout her career, including extensive academic leadership within Saint Vincent College’s education department. She has contributed to statewide initiatives, advocated for quality teacher preparation and supported the professional growth of future educators.
She currently serves on the PAC-TE Board of Directors and co-chaired the organization’s 2026 Teacher Education Assembly.
Ent earlier this year was honored as a 2026 University of Findlay Alumni Association Distinguished Alumna Award winner in recognition of her professional accomplishments, service and commitment to education and her community. She completed her undergraduate studies in 1991 in elementary education along with concentrations in equestrian studies and history at the University of Findlay.
Ent later earned a Master of Arts in art education and a Master of Education in educational media management, curriculum and instruction at Ohio University. She earned her Doctor of Education in instructional design and technology from the University of Pittsburgh.
Ent worked as an elementary school teacher for two years in Athens, Ohio, before later transitioning to Greensburg Salem High School, where she worked from 1994 to 2001 as library media specialist. She then moved into higher education at the University of Pittsburgh. After a year at Pitt, Ent joined the education department at Saint Vincent College, where she has spent much of her academic career.
