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Expanding access and inclusion: Hagge donation powers new assistive technology at Illinois State

Steve '73 and Sharon '73 Hagge established the Sharon and Steve Hagge Endowment for Innovation in Education at Illinois State University.

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College of Education opens nominations for alumni awards

The College of Education at Illinois State University is now accepting nominations for the Hall of Fame and Outstanding Young Alumni Awards.

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Ribbon cutting celebration set for The Larry and Barbara Efaw Center for Educator Excellence

The College of Education will host a ribbon cutting celebration and reception for The Larry and Barbara Efaw Center for Educator Excellence on Friday, February 27.

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Celebrate a Redbird Educator!

Nominations are open for the Redbird Educator Teaching Awards which celebrate outstanding PK-12 teachers who are Illinois State alumni and faculty associates at the ISU Laboratory Schools.

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Partnership with El Paso Gridley High School provides new perspectives for secondary teacher candidates

Fresh energy, diverse perspectives, and extra support—secondary teacher candidates enrolled in TCH 212: The Teaching Profession in Secondary Schools bring this and more to their clinical experiences at El Paso Gridley High School (EPGHS).

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TCH alumni inspire young minds in Talcott Academy’s creative classrooms

In the heart of Chicago’s Talcott Dual Language Fine and Performing Arts Museum Academy, two Illinois State University School of Teaching and Learning (TCH) alumni are transforming education through creativity, culture, and connection.

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Make a lasting impact by mentoring a Redbird student

Career Services invites you to join the Alumni Mentor Network, where your experience becomes a powerful tool for student success.

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Illinois State University to celebrate International Education Week 2025

Illinois State University will observe International Education Week (IEW) during the first week of November 2025.

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