Student Danielle Diamond’s journey from school librarian to PULSE program

Abstract Variations sculpture by Ernest Trova with DeGarma Hall in the background

Former school librarian and current student Danielle Diamond is enrolled in the Department of Special Education’s Paraprofessionals Unlocking Licensure in Special Education (PULSE) program. She was inspired to make a career change by a group of special education teachers and students while working as an early childhood and elementary school librarian. Diamond transformed the educational experience of two special education classes by creating unique and accessible library programming.

Redbird Educator Career Prep Week, October 23-27

The Efaw Center Graduate Assistants pose in front of a Office of Sustainability Share Shop donation box.

The Larry and Barbara Efaw Center for Educator Excellence, the Cecilia J. Lauby Teacher Education Center, the Office of Sustainability, and Career Services are partnering to kick-off the inaugural Educator Career Prep Week from October 23-27.

College of Education announces Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Young Alumni 

The College of Education at Illinois State University will induct four alumni into its Hall of Fame on Friday, October 13 during the University’s 2023 Homecoming celebration. One Outstanding Young Alumni will also be recognized during this event.   Hall of Fame  Kim Carthans, Normal, IL, ‘94, M.S. ‘99 earned a Bachelor of Science in elementary