Dr. Julie Delello is a Distinguished Teaching Professor in the College of Education and Psychology at The University of Texas at Tyler and a former Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. She holds a B.S. in Biology and an M.A. in Education Administration from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, as well as a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Science and Technology from Texas A&M University. With extensive experience spanning over 27 years in K-16 teaching, administration, and leadership, Dr. Delello has made significant contributions to educational innovation and technology integration. She has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the ISTE Teacher Education Network Award for Excellence in Teacher Education, the Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award, the Golden Apple Educator Award, and several fellowships for teaching excellence and academic innovation. Dr. Delello is an accomplished scholar, with numerous publications in STEM education, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies. Her research focuses on academic innovations, visual media technologies, gerontechnology, and leveraging social media platforms for authentic learning. She is passionate about exploring how technology can enhance teaching practices, expand equitable educational access, and address critical challenges in education.