Faculty & Staff Resources
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Brown Bag Series

Why Choose the College of Education and Human Services?

"This position [as Center Coordinator for COEHS Teacher Education Program] is, without question, the best job I have ever had in so many ways.  It has been fulfilling and rewarding beyond my wildest hopes; I feel like I am doing something that is worthwhile and significant to the lives of others. . . . It is easy to do the work that is required because I never feel I can do enough for students like ours and for a committed staff like ours.  I am always receiving as much or more than I am giving.  For weeks after graduation, I keep remembering those happy faces, and I reminisce again about their amazing accomplishments. Then, when we hear they are hired in teaching positions, it all comes full circle.  Just think how, together, we have improved the teacher candidate pool in Lake County!  Those SIUC teachers are out there making a difference in classrooms and in the lives of students."

Carol Crane, Center Coordinator
Southern Illinois University Lake County Elementary Education Program

"I chose SIU/WED because the program is geared to the working adult. I was anxious about returning to school but Charles and Jan Forbes made my transition easy and they were key to my success. Their expectations were high an their commitment to my success was even higher. I stayed with SIU because of their caring professional advice and encouragement. I heartily recommend this program to anyone who wants more out of life and a self-esteem boost. This is the best and I am so proud to be a Saluki. I am looking forward to a whole new future. Thank you, thank you, SIU."

"I chose the WED program because of its quick one year path to a Bachelors degree. I plan on using the Troops to Teachers program when I retire from the USAF. The WED degree helps me qualify for this program. The WED program was a great experience. It allowed me to pursue my degree on weekends without interfering with my job. The SIU staff was wonderful. I recommend this course to anyone."

Glenn Meyer
MSgt., USAF
Alumnus

"SIU is the real deal! All the instructors were very professional and highly knowledgeable. They brought the lessons to life with real world experiences and student involvement. I highly recommend SIU's WED degree. It is versatile within today's workforce. The faculty and curriculum are second to none. GO SALUKIS!"

Joseph Trudell
GySgt, US Marine Corps
Alumnus

"I was enrolled in the SIU/WED program while serving as an Aviation Water Survival Instructor. The experiences gained in this program significantly contributed to my professional success and selection to become a Naval Officer. The classes required a small sacrifice of some of my weekends , but the WED format provided the opportunity to maintain a full time college schedule, maintain competitive performance at work, and still provide time with family. I found SIU to be a convenient, efficient, and enjoyable way to complete my BS degree in a very interesting field of study. Enrolling with SIU was one of the single most important things I did in my enlisted career. I am proud to be a Saluki and feel very fortunate to have had the support of Mr. and Mrs. Forbes and the WED program."

Nathaniel Young
ND2, USNavy, NAS Pensacola, FL –
2008 Graduate

"My experience at SIU was wonderful. The professors are first rate, seasoned instructors who go out of their way to help you succeed. The curriculum is established with the adult learner in mind. My schedule is insanely busy but I found the school workload very manageable. Charlie and Jan Forbes are fantastic course administrators/instructors. It's easy to tell they truly care about you and your education goals. My degree from SIU means a lot to me and with the degree I know when my time in the military ends I will have no problem continuing to provide for my family. I highly recommend SIU and the WED program at NAS Pensacola."

Tom Kennedy
Master Sergeant, USAF, NAS Pensacola, FL–
2007 Graduate

"Because of Faculty and Staff--My time at SIU has been extraordinary. The professors truly care about the achievements of their students, recognizing that we are not merely faces in the crowd, but rather academic peers. That kind of respect made me want to succeed and become an everlasting part of the SIU community."

Erin Wilson
25 Most Distinguished Senior
SIU Graduate, Elementary Education, 2008
SIU Graduate Student