Aimee Hutchison Legatzke earns Golden Apple Award

Aimee Legatzke, a brown curly-haired woman in a purple top, smiles in front of grey ISU seal.

The College of Education (COE) is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of impactful educators across our community. COE alum and current School District U-46 teacher Aimee Hutchison Legatzke, ’03, was honored with the 2024 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching for her profound work in her kindergarten classroom.

Steven Fox ’98 builds bridges through music

Steven Fox at Walt Disney Concert Hall 2022

Steven Fox ‘98, a well-respected composer and conductor, has journeyed far from his roots in Wheaton to the bustling streets of Los Angeles. Yet, the memories of his alma mater Illinois State University remain imprinted in his heart.