UIC College of Education

Mathematics and Science Education PhD student Ayesha T. Qazi-Lampert was selected to join scientists aboard the EPA's R/V Lake Guardian on a Lake Superior research expedition. Working alongside Great Lakes researchers, she helped investigate aquatic ecosystems and brought real-world scientific experience back to the classroom. Read more: go.uic.edu/AyeshaQazi-Lampert

Last chance to RSVP! Bring your questions and get personalized application guidance.

📅 August 6 | Noon CT | On Zoom
👉 go.uic.edu/mesa-app-workshop

The UIC Center for Literacy's GED program is helping adult learners reach personal and professional goals through education. This spring, the program celebrated its first graduating class since being reinstated, opening doors to college, careers, and new possibilities for Chicago community members. Read more: https://go.uic.edu/GED

NARST, the oldest global organization dedicated to improving science education through research, will convene its centennial international conference in Boston, March 14-17, 2027. Professor Maria Varelas, NARST's current president, is leading this milestone event that focuses on Braiding Pasts, Presents, and Futures: Crossing Borders in Performing Science Education Research. Learn more: https://narst.org/conferences/2027-annual-conference

Fall term is just around the corner! Before you apply, connect with Online MESA Program Director Dr. Everett Smith to learn more about the application process.

Bring your questions for the live Q&A! RSVP at go.uic.edu/mesa-app-workshop

Congratulations to Jennifer Olson, who has been named clinical professor in curriculum and instruction.

Congratulations to Arthi Rao, who has been named clinical professor in curriculum and instruction.

For the third year, the College of Education is excited to partner with the Golden Apple Scholar Institute this summer, welcoming 189 aspiring future teachers. The Golden Apple Scholar Institute is a rigorous, multi-week teacher preparation program that inspires, develops, and supports undergraduates in teaching in under-resourced schools.

The College of Education is pleased to announce Marc VanOverbeke as our new acting dean. He will serve in this role while Kathryn Chval serves as interim provost. Please join us in congratulating Marc on this appointment.

Save the date! Our Online MESA program equips professionals from diverse sectors with the skills to make data-informed decisions, evaluate complex systems, and contribute to evidence-based solutions.

✅ 100% online with no GRE or GMAT required
📅 Apply by August 15 | Classes start August 24
🔗 go.uic.edu/mesa-apply