education
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All-American Chris Heilman ’08
All-American Chris Heilman ’08 holds a master’s degree and is an assistant wrestling coach and recruiting coordinator at the United States Air Force Academy.
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All-American Kathleen O’Connor ’13
All-American Kathleen O’Connor ’13 holds a master’s degree and teaches elementary art and coaches high school volleyball in Round Lake, Illinois.
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Kathie Adams Meyer ’67: Finding joy in giving back
Kathie Adams Meyer ’67 came out of Cornell with more than a teaching job–she learned to think independently.
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Cornell College announces new Trustees
The Cornell College Board of Trustees has elected three new members—Tahllee Baynard ’97, Felecia Epps ’80, and Lauren Williams ’22—and reelected Sheryl Stoll ’70.
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Education grad Thiele grateful for faculty relationships
We like to highlight a number of Cornell College seniors as they transition from college student to college grad!
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Lois Jean Listebarger Humphrey ’51
Iowa’s first Teacher of the Year, Lois Jean Listebarger Humphrey ’51, died at age 92 on Oct. 4, 2021, in Ames, Iowa.
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Lainey Goolsby ՚21 to teach middle school in Illinois
Hometown: Ottawa, Illinois B.A. in secondary education and English Questions and answers have been edited for clarity and length. What are your short and long-term plans after Cornell? I have already accepted a teaching position for next year at Northlawn Junior High in Streator, IL. I plan to go back to school in a few […]
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College Hall to undergo nearly $3.6 million renovation
Thanks to a lead gift from Robert McLennan ’65 and Rebecca Martin McLennan ’64, College Hall will undergo a nearly $3.6 million renovation.
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Education professors provide tips for K-12 teachers, parents for online learning
Cornell College’s Education Department is grooming the next generation of teachers, and right now that means understanding the online learning scene that’s unfolding in classrooms across the world.
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Mike Tressel ’96: Coaching comes naturally
Mike Tressel ’96 appeared destined for a career coaching football like his grandfather, father, and uncle.
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Robert “Bob” Reade ’54
College Football Hall of Fame member Robert “Bob” Reade ’54 died July 5, 2020, in Geneseo, Illinois.
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Senior Barnard’s fearless leaps propel her to success
The hurdles set up on the track look like daunting walls. But to newcomers to the track and field event known as the steeplechase, it is often the water pit that raises eyebrows. The origins of the steeplechase explain the rather daunting obstacles the runners must traverse to run, let alone, win at the race. […]
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Last Word: What makes a good teacher
Is teaching a craft, a performance, an art form, or a calling? After 30 years teaching and five years as an administrator, I believe it is some of all three.
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Graham ’16 finds joy in Peace Corps service
Claire Graham doesn’t let a day go by in which she isn’t putting her Cornell College degree to good use. She’s an education volunteer with the Peace Corps.
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An educator’s journey
An educator’s journey: Is teaching a craft, a performance, an art form? Or is teaching a calling?