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Dr. Brandon Sherman was selected by the U.S. Department of State to be an Alumni Ambassador for English Language Programs
Dr. Brandon Sherman will represent English Language Programs at conferences and events around the country over the following year.
Dr. Sherman is one of only 10 English Language Programs alumni selected for the 2024-2025 Alumni Ambassador cohort.
As an English Language Programs Specialist in 2023, he worked with Russian English language teachers to introduce Instructional Coaching and help them adapt it to their culture and context.
Dr. Sherman stated that, “English Language Programs gave me the opportunity to amplify the impact of my research and practice as well as deepen my own understanding through cross-cultural dialogue.”
Congratulations Dr. Sherman!
Read the Press Release here
Girls STEM Institute has been named a recipient of the 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award
Each recipient receives an award certificate, and is also profiled in the September 2024 STEM Disciplines issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine.
The Insight Into Diversity Inspiring Programs in STEM Award is a measure of an institution’s individual colleges’ programs and initiatives that encourage and support the recruitment and retention of women and underrepresented students into all STEM fields. These include, but are not limited to, science and research fields, technology, engineering, and all math fields.
This year, Girls STEM Institute, has been named as a recipient of this years award! Congratulations to everyone at GSI and Dr. Crystal Morton!
Inspiring Programs in STEM Award
Dr. Lasana Kazembe - Emmy Award Winner
The NATAS Central Great Lakes Emmy nominated Dr. Kazembe for his role in the video, "Salute to the Negro Leagues" for the Indianapolis Indians.
We're so proud of Dr. Lasana Kazembe who has been nominated for a NATAS Central Great Lakes Emmy award! His poem, “Time We Knew” was featured in a video for the Indianapolis Indians' Negro Leagues Heritage Week, beautifully illustrating the history of the Negro Baseball League and its cultural significance. The award was handed out in June 2024, in which Dr. Kazembe won the award in the category, "Diversity/Equity/Inclusion". Congratulations!
School of Education professor awarded Emmy for Negro Leagues project
Alumni David Edison of Wayne Township was received the Golden Apple award
This prestigious award celebrates outstanding teachers in central Indiana.
David Edison, Alumni of the School of Education, is an outstanding teacher, and is being recognized for his accomplishments!
David's Golden Apple award is a testeament to his dedication to the art of teaching, but it also shows that you can have fun with your class while exploring science topics!
David's commitment to education didn't stop with a trophy, he also received a school supply shopping spree and a segment on WISH-TV!
Congratulations David!
David Edison Golden Apple Award
Ann Clough is the recipient of the 2024 Excellence Design Challenge
Design Challenge seeks to financially reward MSDLT staff members for an innovative idea that, if implemented, meaningfully impacts the organization through efficiency, effectiveness, and/or measurable improvements.
Ms. Ann Clough, a DBAC alumna, is the recipient of the MSDLT 2024 Excellence Design Challenge with her proposal, "Revolutionizing Resources: Transforming Plastic Waste into 3D Printing Filament".
Thepurpose of this initiative is to introduce students to the concept of automation with a focus onsustainability and recycling while supporting the material needs of the 14 Makerspace programs withinthe MSD of Lawrence Township.
This project proposal will unfold over the next four years!
Congratulations Ms. Clough!
Details about the program here
Raven Henry awarded Elementary New Teacher of the Year
Raven's journey from bus driver to award-winning teacher is truly inspiring and a testament to her dedication and passion for education.
Raven graduated with a degree in elementary education in 2023 and her dedication to the profession of teaching has not stopped since. Her path was a nontraditional one, as she was a bus driver for over a decade when she decided to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher.
Raven has now has been awarded by her district as the Elementary New Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations Raven!
Raven Henry feature on WRTV
School of Education Graduation Stories - Torria Buckley
Torria Buckley received her Masters in Counseling
Torria Buckley started her education journey, but because life got in the way, she wasn't sure if she would be able to finish her degree. After talking to our School of Education staff and faculty, she decided to give it another try. Because of her perseverance, she walked across the graduation platform with a Masters Degree in hand. Her inspiration is why we support our future educators in all aspects of life!
Congratulations Mrs. Buckley!
Torria Buckley Interview