Xavier gets teacher education recognition

    Xavier University of Louisiana has been recognized as a top college for teacher education by Online College Database.
    The organization’s new ranking, “Top Colleges in Louisiana Shaping the Next Generation,” honors the post-secondary institutions in the state that graduated the most education and teaching professionals in 2012.
    Schools are ranked by the number of graduates. Xavier, with 57 graduates, is ranked 13th on the list, which includes 19 public and private colleges.
    Xavier is No. 2 among the private colleges. LSU ranks first (652 graduates), while Louisiana College (114 graduates) is first among private colleges.
    The website praised the Louisiana colleges for combining classroom curriculum with research, community outreach and internships. The schools also allow students to choose a concentration, leading to graduates who have specialized knowledge in the field.