About
Who We Are
Illinois State University started in 1857 as a normal school preparing teachers. The College of Education has been preparing excellent teachers and education leaders ever since.
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Oldest preparer of educators in Illinois
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1 in 7 teachers in IL are Redbird Educators
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Graduate almost 1000 teachers and around 187 educator leaders each year
Departments, Schools, and Units
The College of Education consist of various departments, schools, and units that offer a wide range of programs and services.
Office of the Dean
The Office of the Dean provides support for administrative, curricular, technology, communications, and fiscal functions of the college. The office serves undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff, and departments and units associated with the College. Meet the Office of the Dean Faculty and Staff
Facilities
The College of Education has several facilities which house its academic programs, centers, and the University Laboratory Schools.
Accreditations and Affiliations
Realizing the Democratic Ideal
ISU prepares teachers for a democratic society, aiming to improve dialogue quality and include educated voices. Learn more about the democratic ideal