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John Corbally Professor Gholdy Muhammad
Professor Gholdy Muhammad Named John Corbally Professor
Monday, February 24, 2025
Chancellor Marie Lynn Miranda has appointed Professor Gholdy Muhammad as the John Corbally Professor, an endowed title with endowed funds. She is the second person to earn this prestigious honor. Dr. Paula Allen-Meares,…
Nina Hike
UIC Doctoral Student and Chicago Chemistry Teacher Nina Hike Receives Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
University of Illinois Chicago College of Education doctoral student Nina Hike has been awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The award, announced by President Biden on Jan. 13,…
Jason Salisbury, Courtney Luedke and Decoteau Irby
UIC Center for Urban Education Leadership Expands Portfolio of Work with New Tri-Directors
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
The Center for Urban Education Leadership, part of the UIC College of Education, will expand its portfolio of work in three areas: Leadership preparation and professional development. Organizational leadership in PreK-12 schools and…
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