Student Life
Get involved with teacher education on campus and explore how you can enhance your experience.
Back to School Kickoff
Connect with education-based Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), faculty, and other education students for a back-to-school celebration on September 4, 2024.
College of Education Opportunities
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Studio Teach
More than just a computer lab, Studio Teach is a place to collaborate, share, and get hands-on experience with the latest and greatest in educational technology.
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Study Abroad
Experience life in another culture while you earn credit towards your major. Our study abroad opportunities take you to amazing destinations.
University Opportunities
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Civic Engagement
Take what you learn in the classroom and apply it to making your community a better place.
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Honors Program
The Illinois State Honors program offers you an engaging and challenging academic experience.
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Themed Living Communities
When you live with friends who share your interests, you'll have all kinds of support and fun. We offer living communities for Special Education and Teacher Education.
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
Illinois State is one of the most affordable four-year institutions in the nation. To get help with paying for school, check out education scholarships and the ISU financial aid office.
Registered Student Organizations (RSOs)
Our clubs and organizations help you develop your leadership skills, meet new friends, and make lasting memories.
Academic and Professional Organizations
Go beyond the classroom. Joining an academic/professional organization helps you develop your skills and gives you opportunities to network with peers and colleagues who share your interests.
Braille Birds
Provides community services, that facilitate the integration of individuals with visual impairments at Illinois State University, in the local community, and throughout Illinois.
Natalie Shaheen
Faculty Advisor
Shannon Drabeck
Student Contact
Collegiate Middle Level Association (CMLA)
Offers members a chance to interact with others on professional and social levels.
Kristina Falbe
Faculty Advisor
Ellyn Lenschow
Student Contact
Redbird Sign Language Association
Opportunities to learn about communication, educational options, and life experiences of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Stephanie Lipe
Faculty Advisor
Carlos Castro
Student Contact
Educators Rising
Opportunities to explore careers in education, as well as contribute to the growth of the community through volunteerism.
Jay Percell
Faculty Advisor
Paige Griffith, Abbie Rausch
Student Contact
Golden Apple
Members provide service to our local community and mentor one another to be the best teachers.
Barb Meyer
Faculty Advisor
Shannan Showan
Student Contact
Kappa Delta Epsilon (KDE)
Promotes the cause of education by fostering a spirit of fellowship, high standards of scholastic attainment, and professional ideals among its members.
Erin Quast
Faculty Advisor
Rachael Bross
Student Contact
KDE President
General Enquiries
Kappa Delta Pi (KDP)
Membership is open to undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty members, and other professional educators.
Barb Meyer
Faculty Advisor
Mia Salerno, Callie Yoder
Student Contact
National Art Education Association (NAEA)
A strong pre-professional organization dedicated to Art Education. Visit the NAEA website to learn more.
Miranda Lin
Faculty Advisor
Cassie Hawkins, Kati Fuchs
Student Contact
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
An organization dedicated to improving the well-being of all young children.
Miranda Lin
Faculty Advisor
Grace McNulty
Student Contact
Student Association for Bilingual Education (SABE)
SABE is a social and academic student organization for dual language teacher education students.
Evelyn Baca and Vivian Presiado
Faculty Advisor
Xiomara Vargas
Student Contact
Aspiring Educators Association
Helps prospective educators to develop an understanding of the education profession. It provides for a united student voice in matters affecting the profession.
Dana Karraker
Faculty Advisor
Meghan Gaither
Student Contact
Aspiring Educators Association
General Enquiries
Student Affairs Graduate Association (ISU SAGA)
SAGA offers professional development, social opportunities, and community support for CSPA program students, including orientation programs, events, and professional development workshops.
Diversity and Advocacy Organizations
Diversity is a core value at Illinois State and we value the perspectives and experiences students bring to the College of Education. Our Diversity and Advocacy organizations promote awareness on a variety of topics and inclusivity of all people.
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is geared towards raising money for autism awareness on campus. Members also volunteer within the autism community in Bloomington-Normal.
Nikki Michalak
Faculty Advisor
Samantha Sarullo
Student Contact
Future Educators of Color (FEC)
Provides a safe space for the unique social and emotional challenges related to being a Person of Color within a predominantly white institution.
Jennifer Brooks, Xiaoying Zhao, and Dakesa Piña
Faculty Advisor
Myah White
Student Contact
Queer Ed Birds (QEB)
Aims to support LGBTQ+ students who plan to work in and/or near the area of education as well as educate other students about LGBTQ+ issues, race, gender and all intersecting identities, and the interlocking nature of discrimination.
Melissa Gibbs
Student Contact
Student Disability Network (SDN)
Unites students at the intersection of ability by creating a space for open conversation about the lived experiences of those affected by disability.
Brandi Carrier
Student Contact
Students Ending Mental Illness Stigmas (SEMIS)
Strives to raise awareness about mental illness and other mental health issues.
Suejung Han
Faculty Advisor
Nadia Smith
Student Contact
Service Organizations
Our service organizations are dedicated to making an impact on people and the community.
Best Buddies
Opportunities for friendships between college students and their peers with disabilities.
Antonio Causarano
Faculty Advisor
Ella Pittman
Student Contact
College Mentors for Kids
College Mentors for kids inspires youth in the Bloomington-Normal community.
Erin Thomas
Faculty Advisor
Paige Griffith
Student Contact
Students Supporting Individuals with Disabilities (SSID)
SSID provides service-based activities to support individuals with disabilities.
Yun-Ching Chung
Faculty Advisor
Jaimee Beyer
Student Contact
SSID
General Enquiries
Special Olympics
Opportunity to engage with individuals with disabilities in a range of activities aimed at promoting inclusivity and supporting individuals with disabilities.
Deborah Garrahy
Faculty Advisor
Keely Grasse
Student Contact