Our College addresses the challenges facing today's learners by advancing knowledge and impacting policy through research, teaching, and outreach.

We develop the tools, methods, and habits of mind that innovate; contribute to making education equitable and accessible to all learners; and prepare leaders, researchers, and passionate advocates committed to transforming learners of all ages. 

Education at Illinois is committed to:

• Engaging in research on critical issues in education

• Preparing teachers and leaders who will assume positions as educators, school administrators, researchers, and as policy makers at the state and federal levels

• Serving the State of Illinois and the nation through professional development programs, including alternative certification programs, and through outreach to P-12 schools, state government, community colleges, community agencies and private companies