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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 05/10/2026

University Primary School will host their annual open house tomorrow starting at 9 a.m. Prospective families, researchers, and community members are welcome to tour our Reggio Emilia-inspired Lab School. More Info: bit.ly/3TDFM46

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 02/10/2026

Congratulations to elementary education major Morgan Cloman on being named to the 2026 Homecoming Court! Morgan serves as vice president of Delta Sigma sorority, board member of NAACP, and is president of Strengthening and Empowering Educators of Diverse Status (SEEDS).

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 30/09/2026

Ok, NOW we're in the homecoming spirit 🧡💙

The window displays colorful decorations with the words "Let's Go Illini," "HOCO 23," and other Illini-themed designs. There's a drawing of a bus, an apple with a heart, and a character in orange and blue attire. Trees and a brick building are visible in the background.

The image shows a window painting featuring phrases and icons connected to the University of Illinois. It includes a large blue heart with "Let's Go" written on it, an orange apple with a blue "I," and a pencil labeled "Illini." Below, large letters spell "HOCO." In the background, a campus building and trees are visible.

Cartoon mascots depicted on a window, both are orange and white worm-like figures wearing blue graduation caps with the letter "I." One holds a book, and the other sits on a stack of books. Speech bubbles above them spell "ILL" and "INI" in orange and blue. The background shows a university campus building.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 25/09/2026

Youth Literature Festival Community day is Saturday! Join us at the I Hotel and Conference Center to meet some of your favorite children's and young adult authors, enjoy performances, book signings, activities, and more! More Info: youthlitfest.education.illinois.edu…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 17/09/2026

We’re honored to recognize four alumni whose impact on education has been felt far and wide: 🔸 Robert Griegoliet 🔹 Steven Launius 🔸 Terry Vaughan III 🔹 Danielle A. Murchison Read more about our awardees and the upcoming Salute to Education event: bit.ly/4AfO7v3

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 15/09/2026

We’re welcoming three new faces to our faculty ranks this fall: 🔸 Christian Hines - @ciatillinois.bsky.social 🔹 Sandra Camargo Salamanca - @epsyatillinois.bsky.social 🔸 Nikki Wright - Education Policy, Organization & Leadership More: bit.ly/4r9ulxb

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 14/09/2026

Keeping the momentum going with our newest Illini ⏩ Key stats from the 2026-27 tenth-day numbers: -College enrollment up 30% over 10 years -Students from underrepresented populations up 53% over 10 years -First-gen students up 198% over 10 years -International Students from 38 countries & 41 states

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 11/09/2026

Investing in our own. We’re proud to announce that 11 faculty members have earned promotions for 2026-27. Additionally, Stephanie Toliver received the Campus Distinguished Promotion, recognizing extraordinary work. We’re pleased to have them at Illinois for years to come. bit.ly/4xKtzcw

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 11/09/2026

Join us one week from today for the Goldstick Family Lecture. 🗣️ Dr. Jennifer Kurth: Inclusive Education: The Right to Belong 📍 U. of I. Philanthropy Center ⏰ 4:00 p.m. More info: education.illinois.edu/alumni/the-g…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 04/09/2026

More than a billion people worldwide live with a disability, yet few websites are fully accessible, and few students receive training in designing technologies that are accessible to them Join us Sept. 9 for this talk featuring Rachel Adler from @ischoolui.bsky.social. More: bit.ly/4gQTSGY

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 03/09/2026

We mourn the passing of the 11th dean of the College of Education, P. David Pearson. He was a decorated researcher in the field of literacy. He was named a member of the National Academy of Education in 2003, an AERA Fellow in 2009, and this year, elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 01/09/2026

If you're excited to be an Illini, put your hands up 🙌 Applications for the class of 2031 are NOW OPEN! Apply: www.admissions.illinois.edu/start-y…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 26/08/2026

One Month from today! Join us at the I Hotel and Conference Center for a day celebrating reading! Meet some of your favorite authors and illustrators and participate in fun activities. This event is free and open to all. More Info: youthlitfest.education.illinois.edu…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 24/08/2026

They grow up so fast 🥹 Happy first day of classes to all of our Illini!

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 21/08/2026

New year, new faces. What up, class of 2030 🧡

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 20/08/2026

Save the date: September 17 Join us for the Goldstick Family Lecture in Communication Disorders at the U. of I. Philanthropy. Our featured speaker is Dr. Jennifer Kurtz of the University of Kansas. More Info: education.illinois.edu/alumni/the-g…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 17/08/2026

Congratulations to EPOL professors Bill Cope and Mary Kalantzis on receiving honorary doctorates from the University of Patras in Greece. More on this great honor: blogs.illinois.edu/view/1526/178719…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 30/06/2026

Wanting to further your education and grow your career in early childhood education? Our 100% online Early Childhood Professional Education undergraduate degree is designed for you! Learn more about our degree that’s designed to keep you in the classroom. Apply by 7/15: bit.ly/4eQe1vF

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 25/06/2026

Cleansing your timeline with some fresh convocation photos 🎓

A person in graduation attire stands indoors, wearing a blue cap and gown over a vibrant orange scarf. The scarf is adorned with signatures, the number "15," and the name "Illinois." The background shows a gymnasium setting with a large photo mural.

In the image, two individuals dressed in academic regalia participate in a graduation ceremony. One is placing a doctoral hood over the other, who is wearing a traditional kente stole. They stand against an orange background near a sign that mentions Howard University.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 10/06/2026

For Aixa Marchand’s Center for Social & Behavioral Science-backed project, she wanted to conduct research with black families rather than on them. She used photovoice, a technique that combines storytelling and visuals to represent their experiences with local schools Story: bit.ly/49MXabr

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A person stands enthusiastically speaking to a group, wearing a brightly patterned outfit. In the background, there is another person smiling near a display board. A colorful abstract painting is visible on the wall.

A person with curly hair is looking at a display of photographs on a wire panel. One visible photograph features logos, including the Los Angeles Clippers. The setting appears to be indoors, and the person is focused on the images.

Two people stand inside a gallery or cafe. One is holding a document and wearing a red jacket, while the other is smiling and wearing a white shirt with a necklace. The wall displays various photographs and a poster titled "Time Signature.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 28/05/2026

Congratulations to our faculty members who will serve as Public Engagement Faculty Fellows for 2026-27: 🔸 Lin Chen, @epsyatillinois.bsky.social 🔹 Devon Hedrick-Shaw, @ciatillinois.bsky.social 🔸 Melissa Morgan, Educational Psychology 🔹 Miray Tekkumru-Kisa, Curriculum & Instruction

Dean Mouza, Melissa Morgan, Lin Chen, Devon Hedrick-Shaw, Miray Tekkumru-Kisa, Emily Stone

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 26/05/2026

Congratulations to our faculty who were named Hardie Faculty Fellow Award winners: 🔸 Kaylin Ratner, @epsyatillinois.bsky.social, Hardie Faculty Fellow 🔹 Stephanie Toliver, @ciatillinois.bsky.social, Hardie Distinguished Scholar 🔸 Chris Napolitano, EPSY, Hardie Distinguished Scholar

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 22/05/2026

Dean Chrystalla Mouza was proud to present the Dean's Medallion to Denice Ward Hood at this year’s College Award Ceremony. Ward Hood dedicated her career to researching culturally responsive evaluation and was a past director of the Center for Culturally Responsive Evaluation and Assessment.

Dean Mouza presenting Denice Ward Hood with the Dean's Medallion

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 21/05/2026

🔸 Lynn Burdick: David Zola Distinguished Teaching Career Award 🔹 Jessica Hardy: Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award 🔸 Samantha Lindgren: Excellence in Online Teaching Award 🔹 Mari Altshuler: Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award More: education.illinois.edu/about/news-e...

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 21/05/2026

These six faculty members were honored for their work in the classroom and dedication to their students’ success. Our Excellence in Teaching Awards for 2025-26: 🔸 Michele Schutz: Spitze-Mather Faculty Award for Excellence 🔹 Erica Mason: Outstanding Faculty Award for Public Engagement

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 20/05/2026

Mission Accomplished 🎓 Congratulations to all of our graduates in the class of 2026. We're so proud to have been a part of your story.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 20/05/2026

Congratulations to our staff members who received Distinguished Staff Awards at the College's Awards Ceremony last week. 🔸 Robin Craig - Council on Teacher Education 🔹 Kimberly Darnell - Bureau of Educational Research 🔸 Julie Kellogg - @epsyatillinois.bsky.social

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 19/05/2026

At our College awards ceremony last week, we honored four colleagues retiring this year. We thank them for their years of research, teaching, and service here at Illinois and throughout their careers. 🔸 Kern Alexander 🔹 Lynn Burdick 🔸 Cheryl Light Shriner 🔹 Jinming Zhang

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 18/05/2026

Join us for a Zoom info session for our new Sustainability Education certificate on May 21 from noon to 1 p.m. Learn more about this program for educators, professionals, and community leaders interested in integrating sustainability and climate education into their teaching. bit.ly/4318iOh

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 16/05/2026

Just a couple of quick reminders for our Convocation Ceremony tomorrow: 🔸 Doors open at 8:00 a.m 🔹 Graduates, please enter through the main doors to get checked in 🔸Families enter through the Northeast entrance near the Irwin Indoor Football facility

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 15/05/2026

Just because you’re gone for the summer, it doesn’t mean you can’t rep your school. Grab some of our summer merch drop before it's gone. go.education.illinois.edu/store

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 14/05/2026

It's not goodbye, it's see you later. Have a great summer Illini.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 14/05/2026

2026 Outstanding Student Medal, Undergraduate: Adele Miller Adele is graduating with a degree in Special Education. She was named a James Scholar, Stamps Scholar, and has been an active disability advocate, including leading Illini Service Dogs. More about Adele: bit.ly/4uMhlhR

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 13/05/2026

2026 Outstanding Student Medal, Master’s: Ruoqian Wu A student in the @epsyatillinois.bsky.social QUERIES program, Wu has used advanced computing to address key measurement issues. He hopes to pursue an academic career in quantitative psychology and educational measurement bit.ly/4uMhlhR

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 12/05/2026

2026 Outstanding Student Medal, Doctoral: Marisol Jimenez A three-time graduate of Education at Illinois, Marisol defended her dissertation this fall. Her research centers on Latino/a/x families and their high-stakes educational decisions. More about Marisol bit.ly/4uMhlhR

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 12/05/2026

Turn your passion for our planet into action. Illinois’ fully online graduate certificate in Sustainability Education equips you to address sustainability and climate challenges through education, policy, and community action. Apply by July 15 to start Fall 2026. bit.ly/4eFW2K0

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 07/05/2026

Getting ready to switch the status from student > alumni? We've got special merch for our new alums. Shop now through May 18 go.education.illinois.edu/store

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 05/05/2026

Happy National Teachers day to all our Illinois educators! From Pre-K to Ph.D. you are making the difference in the lives of learners worldwide.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 05/05/2026

This is it! Register today to attend the College of Education Convocation ceremony on May 17. go.education.illinois.edu/convocati…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 01/05/2026

How could you ever say no to all of this? We want you to be an Illini. Accept your offer of admission by the end of the day today 🧡💙

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 01/05/2026

New merch drop. Just in time for summer or alumni mode. Shop now: dixon-graphics.com/educationill...

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 30/04/2026

If you’re coming to the party, don’t forget to RSVP! Make sure you register for the College of Education Convocation ceremony by May 4! This is a separate ceremony from the campus-wide commencement, and registration is not automatic. go.education.illinois.edu/convocati…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 27/04/2026

Don’t forget—TODAY, April 27, is your last chance to order your graduation cap and gown! 🎓 Get yours here: commencement.illinois.edu/caps-and-…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 15/04/2026

We invite you to attend a special book discussion at The Literary in downtown Champaign next Wednesday, featuring EPOL professors Osly Flores and Rachel Roegman. They will share insights from their recent research and newly published works on educational leadership.

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 15/04/2026

Graduation weekend is just over one month away! How are you doing on your convocation to-do list? Have you: - Applied for graduation? - Registered for the Education Ceremony? - Registered for main commencement (optional)? - Ordered your academic attire? Info: bit.ly/4vkMZ70

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 07/04/2026

With three programs ranked in the top ten, we're once again recognized as a leader in graduate student education. U.S. News and World Report has recognized us as one of the best graduate programs in the country for 2026. Explore our full rankings:

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 06/04/2026

It’s never too early to get your graduation apparel squared away. Order your cap & gown and any other grad accessories before April 13 to avoid the price increase. More Info: commencement.illinois.edu/caps-and-…

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 02/04/2026

Join us tomorrow for a Fireside Chat with Julian Williams, Senior Evaluation Officer at the MacArthur Foundation. He will present “From Campus to Career: There’s No Straight Line to Impact”from 10 - noon in the O'Leary Learning Center. More Info: bit.ly/47CefDQ

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Education at Illinois @education.illinois.edu · 02/04/2026

Next week, at the AERA Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, Education at Illinois will once again be well represented. By the numbers: 🔸 145 people representing the College of Education 🔹 95 unique presentations or sessions 🔸 9 AERA Fellows 🔹 7 Division Officers or Committee Leaders 🔸 13 Award Winners

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