Center for the Study of Education Policy – Page 25

Education Showcase, October 3

The College of Education's Education Showcase is a great place to learn more about graduate programs in education that the college has to offer.

The University has many graduate certificates, master’s, and doctoral degree programs where our world-class faculty will help you reach the next step in your career.

Education alums invited to 6th annual Teaching in the 21st Century Conference (T21Con)

Redbird educators check out a 3-D printer at T21Con.

The College of Education established the free educational technology conference through financial support by alumni Robert and Mary F. English. T21CON is set to take place Friday, September 18.

Hood and Hunt redefine principal preparation

In July 2014, Erika Hunt and Lisa Hood went to Washington, D.C., with former State Superintendent Chris Koch and IBHE Director James Applegate and former Director Harry Berman to accept the 2014 Frank Newman Award for State Innovation at the Education Commission of the States conference on behalf of the state of Illinois for the work around the new P–12 Principal Endorsement. (left to right) Harry Berman, former executive director of the Illinois Board of Higher Education; Brian Sandoval, Utah governor and chair of the Education Commission of the States; Erika Hunt; James Applegate, executive director of the Illinois Board of Higher Education, and Chris Koch, former state superintendent of the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lisa Hood and Erika Hunt, senior policy analysts and researchers for the Center for the Study of Education Policy, are redefining leadership development in P–20 education.

Schoon named among 30 most influential deans

College of Education Dean Perry Schoon has been named one of the most influential education deans in the country.

College of Education Homecoming 2013 recap

Highlights from the College of Education’s Homecoming celebration include the induction of five alumni to our Hall of Fame, presentation of the first Outstanding Young Alumni Award, and sponsorship of an alumni tailgating tent.

Fulbright Scholar Program sparks international partnership with Greece

During Angeliki Lazaridou’s stay, she will contribute her perspective to faculty of the College of Education’s Department of Educational Administration and Foundations.

College of Education recognizes faculty, staff with awards

College of Education Dean Perry Schoon (left) with Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award recipient Amanda Quesenberry

At the College of Education Fall Faculty and Staff Meeting, several individuals were recognized for their dedicated work and service to the college and the field of education.

Listen to College of Education’s 10-Minute Research Break Broadcasts

The research and scholarly contributions made by College of Education faculty, staff, and students investigate areas of study across the field of education. Disseminating research findings and other scholarship is integral to the college’s goal of renewing and advancing teacher preparation, PreK-12 instruction, and educational policy and leadership.