Faculty & Staff in the News

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National recognition with purpose: How School of Teaching and Learning shapes teaching for middle grades

The middle level teacher education program in the School of Teaching and Learning (TCH), recently recognized by the Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE) for meeting the highest national standards in middle-level teacher preparation.

Dr. Yojanna Cuenca-Carlino named dean of education at Northern Arizona University

Dr. Yojanna Cuenca-Carlino, chair of the Department of Special Education at Illinois State University, has been named dean of the College of Education at Northern Arizona University (NAU), effective July 1, 2026.

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Holiday Helper program wraps up another season of giving

The rustle of wrapping paper and festive flurry of volunteers filled Illinois State University’s Civil Service Testing Center on December 2 as the Holiday Helper program wrapped up another season of giving.

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Building programs, shaping scholars: Honoring the lasting impact of Dr. Dent Rhodes

Dr. Dent Rhodes, former professor of curriculum and instruction in the School of Teaching and Learning, leaves a legacy of scholarship and change at Illinois State.

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Inclusion in action: Dr. Artiles rethinks language, disability, and equity in education

The College of Education at ISU welcomed Dr. Alfredo J. Artiles for a day of learning and reflection that challenged educators to rethink what inclusion truly means. His visit invited students, faculty, and community educators to consider how schools can better support all learners by understanding the intersections of language, culture, and ability.