SIU School of Education

06/18/2026

The School of Education recently earned an approved Educator Preparation Provider Badge from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) in recognition of our commitment to high-quality educator preparation! This badge was awarded after our recent completion of ISBE’s 2026 Annual Program Reporting process. This yearly report plays an essential role in maintaining a standard of excellence in educator preparation across Illinois.

06/17/2026

It’s wonderful to see one of our current graduate students, Tingjia Guo, highlighted by the SIU Graduate School this week! Check out the post to learn more about Tingjia’s research!

🌟 Graduate Student Spotlight 🌟

Meet Tingjia Guo, a doctoral student in the SIU School of Education at Southern Illinois University.

Tingjia’s research explores the ethical dimensions of teachers’ emotional labor by bringing together perspectives from Nel Noddings’ ethic of care and Confucian philosophy. Her work examines how educators navigate the responsibilities of caring for students while balancing equity, advocacy, and the emotional demands of teaching.

A dedicated scholar, Tingjia presented her research paper, “Navigating Ethical Tensions of Teachers’ Emotional Labor: Confucius with Noddings,” at the American Educational Studies Association (AESA) Annual Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Through her research, she seeks to advance conversations about sustainable teaching practices, educator well-being, and the role of empathy in education.

We are proud to recognize Tingjia’s contributions to educational research and her commitment to fostering more equitable and supportive learning environments.

06/10/2026

Despite the summer season, faculty members remain dedicated to their work, with Dr. Bu and Dr. Miller currently engaged in training on utilizing a laser cutter as part of the Innovation Lab initiative.

06/10/2026

There are still spaces available for local 4th and 5th grade students who are interested in participating in the Imagination Lab Makers Camp!

What is it?
Your current 4th or 5th grade child is invited to join Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s America Reads Tutors once a week this June for the School of Education’s Imagination Lab Makers Camp. During each week’s 2-hour session, students will have a chance to play, research, design, and/or build their own boardgames. Students serious about building and design are encouraged to participate in this unique opportunity.

When is it?
Students meet once a week for four weeks. Camp starts the week of June 1st and concludes the week of June 22nd. Each week’s session runs from 9:30am-11:30am. Drop off starts at 9:15am, and students need to be picked up by 11:45am.

What is the cost?
The cost of the camp is free, but students will need to have their own transportation to and from the Wham Education Building at SIU in Carbondale, IL.

Who do I contact?
Please email the School of Education at [email protected] by Friday, June 12 to participate.

06/02/2026

Dean Groves-Scott participated in the Grow Your Own deans retreat held in Chicago. Here is a photo where Southern meets Northern. The two education deans had the opportunity to collaborate and envision future initiatives.

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

The School of Education welcomed their newest students from DuQuoin High School at the Teacher Signing Day!

05/09/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 School of Education Graduates!

05/07/2026

The School of Education hosted a distinguished Pinning Ceremony today, featuring a poignant address by Danielle Baker, and honored by the presence of Chancellor Lane and Trustee Toni Williams.