ARIANNA PIKUS

ARIANNA PIKUS is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching, Learning & Culture at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on enhancing early childhood science education through nature-based learning and inclusive classroom practices. She holds a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies from Michigan State University (2023).

Dr. Pikus teaches EDCI 353: Early Childhood through Adolescent Education. Her work emphasizes equitable access to science education for all children, particularly through innovative professional development programs for educators and nature-centric curricula.

Her research interests include STEM education, teacher professional learning, child development, and the integration of environmental education into early childhood settings. She has published extensively on topics such as formative assessment tools for science discourse, nature-based preschool impacts, and teacher understanding of science practices in Head Start programs.

Though no specific grants or labs are listed, her publications highlight collaboration with educational institutions and communities to improve science education quality and accessibility.