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Dr Ashley Waring-Sparks

Dr. Ashley Waring-Sparks named interim director of CeMaST

Illinois State University (ISU) has named Dr. Ashley Waring-Sparks as the new Interim Director of the Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology (CeMaST). Waring-Sparks brings a strong background in STEM education and leadership, along with deep institutional knowledge and experience within CeMaST. 

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MacPhee elected to the International Literacy Association Board of Directors
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Employer registration opens for 2025 fall career fairs
Jul23

CSPA Virtual Summer Discussion

7/23/25 at 12:00 PMZoom Meeting
Sep5

Graduate School Series: Grad School Game Plan

9/5/25 at 3:00 PM
Oct7

Fall Internship and Career Fair

10/7/25 at 2:00 PMBone Student Center

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