Illinois State University student teacher Alexa Leyba writes about her passion for working in Chicago Public Schools, where her education began.
Chicago native returns to her roots through student teaching
Unit: College of Education
Auburn Gresham gold standard for parent engagement
As a Chicago Teacher Education Pipeline (CTEP) partner school and a member of the Auburn Gresham Gold Neighborhood Network, Oliver S. Westcott Elementary is serious about rethinking public schools.
Reflections from Culturally Responsive Campus Community Conference
Scholars agree that the emotional, mental, and physical toll students of color experience within predominantly white institutions coupled with the lack of a culturally responsive curriculum in the courses they complete can negatively impact the lives of marginalized students.
Social media gallery: Redbird scholar highlights
Gender equity in the workplace, cryptography, and the morality of superheroes were just a few of the topics on which Illinois State University researchers published in the last few months.
Japan next stop for globetrotting educator
College of Education faculty member Erin Mikulec will complete her sabbatical at Akita International University, located in the northern Japanese city by the same name.
College of Education seeking nominations for alumni awards
Illinois State community, we need your help to recognize Redbird educators!
Helping children understand perceptions attached to race
Terry Husband is a strong advocate for addressing the subject of race when children are young.
Scholarships key in recruiting stellar students
The mailbox at Rachel Angles’ home was pretty full.
Doubly blessed as donor became valued mentor
Blake Slutz ’15 had finished an associate’s degree at Illinois Valley Community College and was ready to complete his undergraduate studies in special education.
Alumnus advances training for future teachers
An official Illinois State University resolution dated October 23, 2015, reflects the legacy of one very special graduate.
