There was never a doubt in the Caffey brothers’ minds. After high school, they would go to college.
Redbird Legacy: The Caffey brothers establish memorial scholarship

There was never a doubt in the Caffey brothers’ minds. After high school, they would go to college.
Thank you to each of our colleagues who are retiring this year for your exceptional contributions to the College.
Dr. J. Michael Durnil ’83, M.S. ’84, was surprised by the response to The E.W. Scripps Company announcing he would serve as the executive director of the Scripps National Spelling Bee last spring. He was soon interviewed by The New York Times, The Washington Post, and on National Public Radio.
The Alumni Association recognizes nine individuals and their outstanding achievements and contributions.
The National Board Resource Center at Illinois State University has been recognized by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards for the excellence modeled by its staff in supporting Illinois teachers working to achieve their National Board certification in 2021.
Pause to applaud these high-achieving Illinois State alumni.
It was 2012. Dr. Pam Hoff, a professor in the Department of Educational Administration and Foundations (EAF) felt discouraged. Her research was being done in isolation from others at the University, but she knew there was potential for extensive collaboration.
The College of Education at Illinois State University will induct five alumni into its Hall of Fame on Friday, October 15 during the University’s 2021 Homecoming celebration. Three Outstanding Young Alumni will also be recognized during this event.
Stop by to celebrate 100 years of Homecoming at Illinois State as we take a trip down memory lane.
The College of Education will host New Teacher Conference for all new teachers in their first through fourth years of teaching on Friday, June 11, via Zoom.