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Unlocking language: Illinois State’s Deaf education program ensures access to education

Teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing are in high demand, and Illinois State University is the only university in Illinois that still has a teacher of Deaf education program, which offers licensure for pre-kindergarten through age 21.

College of Education announces Teacher of the Year Awards

The College of Education at Illinois State University will host the first annual Illinois State University Teacher of the Year awards program on Friday, April 14. Fifteen semi-finalists will be recognized in three categories: Teacher of the Year, Legacy Teacher Award, and Laboratory Schools Teacher of the Year. The winner in each category will be announced during the event.

Eight receive 2023 Alumni Awards

The Alumni Association recognizes eight individuals and their outstanding achievements and contributions.

Inspiring an impactful cycle

Lizzy Carroll ’17 hated high school. Her attendance was dismal, and she felt completely unmotivated to try. But then, two educators personally connected with Carroll during her junior year at Carl Sandburg High School in southwest suburban Chicago, and everything changed. “They took a genuine interest in what I liked to do, why I wasn’t

Share how you got hired or accepted into grad school

Unlocking language: Illinois State’s Deaf education program ensures access to education

College of Education announces Teacher of the Year Awards

Eight receive 2023 Alumni Awards

Inspiring an impactful cycle

Career assistance available to graduating Redbirds and alumni

Educator and children’s book author Mary Manz Simon ’69 joins Redbird Buzz

College of Education launches new Teacher of the Year award program

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