Faculty and Staff
Get to know our faculty and staff
Meet the talented faculty and staff in the College of Education.
Celebrating Achievement
Our faculty and staff make big impacts inside and outside the classroom.
University Research Grant
Includes Research Fellowship and External Grant Development.
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Melissa McGraw
Department of Special Education
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Mikyung Shin
Department of Special Education
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Anna Smith
School of Teaching and Learning
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Benjamin Wellenreiter and Yun-Ching Chung
School of Teaching and Learning and Department of Special Education
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Xiaoying Zhao and Soo Won Shim
School of Teaching and Learning
*In an effort to fund more projects for FY25, the COE Dean's Office contributed additional funding.
College of Education External Grant Awards and Contracts
Awards for Calendar Year 2024 were distributed among various research projects and initiatives within the College of Education.
Outstanding Researcher Award
Recognizes research conducted at an outstanding level.
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Dr. Allison Antink-Meyer
School of Teaching and Learning
2024 Outstanding College Researcher
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Dr. Lara Handsfield
School of Teaching and Learning
2021 Outstanding University Researcher
Learn more about the Outstanding College Researcher Award
Learn more about the Outstanding University Researcher Award
University Research Initiative Award
Recognizes faculty members who have initiated a promising research agenda early in their academic careers.
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Dr. Natalie Shaheen
Department of Special Education
23-24 University Research Initiative Award Winner
Resources For Faculty
Faculty and Staff in the College of Education can access important resources to support their teaching and research endeavors.
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Employee Resources
Discover employee forms and resources, including policies, governance, and food requests.
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College of Education Leadership Team
The College of Education Leadership Team, comprised of experienced educators and administrators, oversees academic and administrative functions, promoting excellence and maintaining high standards in education.
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College of Education and University Policies
Illinois State University ASPT policies is intended to appoint, reward, and retain a highly competent faculty through a democratic system that involves the faculty in the evaluation of professional competence.
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College of Education Tech Team
The organization aids educators in integrating technology effectively into their teaching and learning processes, fostering innovation, promoting collaboration, and raising awareness of products and practices.
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