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Brandon Thornton
Department of Special Education alumni recognized as ISBE Regional Teacher of the Year Andy ReadOctober 22, 2020

Brandon Thornton ’11, M.S. ’16, was recently named as a Regional Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Nancy Braun teaching a class
Illinois State instructors team up to engage students in an online environment Tyler EmkenOctober 14, 2020

Like many professors, Illinois State clinical instructors Ree Hartman ‘85, M.S. ‘92, and Nancy Braun ‘85, M.S. ‘93, weren’t sure how they would instruct their students when…

Virtual career fairs connect Redbirds and employers remotely Susan WhitsittSeptember 19, 2020

As Redbirds continue to thrive during the pandemic, Career Services is offering virtual career fairs, and information on how to navigate them effectively.

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Free, Virtual Professional Development for Teachers and Education Students Molly DavisSeptember 17, 2020

The College of Education (COE) has multiple professional development opportunities for teachers and current education students this fall. Presentations will be hosted by COE faculty,…

Chris Marks and Washington family
Recognizing College of Education donors Laura FreymanJune 22, 2020

Individual donors have always been integral to the College of Education’s success, especially during Redbirds Rising: The Campaign for Illinois State.

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Preparing culturally responsive educators Nick EricksonJune 11, 2020

Equity and Diversity Cohort gives Redbird teaching candidates experience in urban settings.

Parker Duwelius
Educational entrepreneur Molly DavisJune 10, 2020

Special education alum Parker Duwelius '19 saw an opportunity to create an environment to help others develop deeper relationships with their peers while volunteering in…

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Taking Flight: Senior year disrupted by a brain tumor, but that didn’t stop this activist Kate ArthurMay 20, 2020

Gavin Cunningham almost choked on his M&M milkshake when he checked his email over a break from a madrigal dress rehearsal and saw a congratulatory…

Scholarship recipient and education graduate Faith Fosco
Scholarship helped Faith Fosco graduate despite childhood challenges Laura FreymanMay 8, 2020

Faith Fosco’s long-fought journey inspired her to become a special education teacher and a champion for her future students.

Mindy Ely
Catching up with Dr. Mindy Ely Molly DavisApril 28, 2020

Department of Special Education assistant professor Mindy Ely is working on two exciting projects: a new master's program in low vision and blindness and a…

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