Shouping Hu, a professor at Florida State University’s Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences, has been named one of 34 scholars selected for the 2026 class of American Educational Research Association (AERA) Fellows. The AERA Fellows Program recognizes individuals for their significant contributions and excellence in education research. Selection was made by the Fellows Committee and approved by the association’s elected governing body.
Hu will be officially inducted with his cohort at a ceremony during the AERA Annual Meeting in Los Angeles on April 9, 2026.
“Being named an AERA Fellow is a tremendous honor,” said Hu. “This recognition reflects the collective impact of collaborative research focused on improving postsecondary student success, and I am excited to continue this work as new opportunities emerge in the age of artificial intelligence.”
The American Educational Research Association is recognized as the largest national interdisciplinary group dedicated to advancing knowledge about education and learning since its founding in 1916. The organization promotes scholarly inquiry and encourages using research to improve education.
At FSU, Hu serves as founding director of the Center for Postsecondary Success (CPS) and co-director of the Collaborative Lab for the Advancement of Student Success (CLASS). His work focuses on postsecondary readiness, outcomes, and student achievement. Over his career, Hu has published more than 100 journal articles and book chapters, written five books, and become known for his expertise regarding artificial intelligence in higher education.
Damon Andrew, dean of Anne’s College, commented on Hu’s accomplishment: “Dr. Hu’s selection as an AERA Fellow is a well-deserved recognition of his relentless dedication to advancing postsecondary student success. Through his leadership with the Center for Postsecondary Success and his prolific, forward-thinking research, he continually elevates the standard of scholarly excellence here at FSU Anne’s College. We are incredibly proud to celebrate this prestigious milestone with him.”
The AERA Fellows Program began in 2007 to highlight sustained excellence in educational research. This year marks the induction of its eighteenth group.
AERA comprises over 25,000 members who work across various sectors including universities, research institutes, government agencies, school systems, testing organizations, and nonprofits.
For further details about AERA visit https://www.aera.net/. Information about Anne’s College programs can be found at https://annescollege.fsu.edu/.
