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Educator and consultant Dr. joyce gillie gossom ’78 joins Redbird Buzz

Special education alum and College of Education 2022 Hall of Fame inductee Dr. joyce gillie gossom '78 joins Redbird Buzz to share how her experience at Illinois State University paved the way for a dynamic career, which has included experiences as a teacher, elected official, consultant, leadership coach, higher education administrator, and author.  
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Always ready: CPR/AED awareness a lifesaving passion for Redbird family

An Illinois State "family" bonded by a traumatic event with a positive outcome advocates for CPR and AED awareness.  
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Share how you got hired or accepted into grad school

Inspire other Redbirds by sharing your story! Complete our brief online form. 
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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.  
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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. 
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Eight receive 2023 Alumni Awards

The Alumni Association recognizes eight individuals and their outstanding achievements and contributions. 
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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 
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Career assistance available to graduating Redbirds and alumni

Discover how Career Services can assist you after graduation and beyond. 

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