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Illinois State University and Chicago Public Schools partner to address shortage of teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

When traditional recruiting methods could not fill the growing need for teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH), Chicago Public Schools (CPS) turned to Illinois State University, a trusted and long-standing partner, to help design an innovative new pathway to certification.

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Snowy image of a small statue and landscaping in front of a large building with a lot of windows

Illinois State University and Chicago Public Schools partner to address shortage of teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

When traditional recruiting methods could not fill the growing need for teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH), Chicago Public Schools (CPS) turned to Illinois State University, a trusted and long-standing partner, to help design an innovative new pathway to certification.

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Administrative/Professional January spotlight: Tracy Hanson

Each month, the Administrative/Professional (A/P) Council highlights an A/P staff member through a series of questions as another way for the Illinois State University community to connect. This month, readers get to know Tracy Hanson, an academic advisor in the Department of Criminal Justice Sciences.

Dr. Heather Dillaway

From the Dean’s Office: January 2026

A message from College of Arts and Sciences Dean Heather Dillaway.

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