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"Seek out mentors in the profession who push you to be better, not complacent."

Nathan Gibbs-Bowling (WA '13)

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Spotlight: Shane Henderson (NC '25)
Spotlight: Lexcee Oddo (KS '25)

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Luke Kanine (MI '24) Selected as Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year and Finalist for 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year
Luke Kanine (MI '24)
College of Education and Health Professions Names Toni Lockhart (AR '00) Departmental Alumni Award Winner
Toni Lockhart (AR '00)

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“Teaching is a calling. Each day I wake up excited to get to school and help our young students reach their potential through fostering a love of learning. Instilling a love of learning in students ensures a brighter future for them and all mankind.”

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Michelle Johnson (DC '14)
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Jim Manley (AZ '00)
G. Gale Dickau (CT '93)

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