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We are Forever Orange! School of Education alumni often use the words “family,” “team,” and “community” when recalling their alma mater. We invite you to stay in touch with more than 23,000 SOE alums—and more than 300,000 SU alums—and join our events, share your experiences, and give back to help the next generation of education and learning leaders.

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Torin Washington, Assistant Dean for Advancement
tjwashin@syr.edu|315.412.8512
Torin Washington
Jessica Puccia, Development Assistant
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Jessica Puccia

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“The School of Education provided me with the learning spaces and critical conversations I needed to become the educator I am today. At SOE, you are family—forever!”

—Keith Newvine ’04, G’08, G’22

Roxi Nurse headshot“As an international student of color, the School of Education provided an environment where I felt valued as an individual and where my perspective was heard and encouraged.”
—Raquel Nurse McNabb ’98, G’99

Alumni News

A $2.5M Challenge to Build Futures for People With Disabilities

How do you inspire people to open their hearts and provide the support to raise the hefty sum of $2.5 million? Just ask retired U.S....
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School of Education Alumni Win ’CUSE50 Alumni Entrepreneur Awards

Among the distinguished honorees of 2024 ’CUSE50 Alumni Entrepreneur Awards are literacy expert Maria Murray G’96, G’09 and disability services entrepreneur John Torrens G’93, two...
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Renee Keane ’08, G’09, P’26: Past, Present, and Future

School of Education Ambassador Renee Keane ’08, G’09, P’26 earned her B.A. in 2008 from the College of Arts and Sciences and her M.S. in...
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“Very Much Needed”: Indigenous Educators Discuss School of Education’s New Indigenous Teacher Preparation Fund

“Zero,” answers middle school teacher Aaron Dorsey G’03, G’17, to the question: “As a student, how many Indigenous teachers have you had?” “Absolutely zero.” Over...
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“Reflect the People Who Visit”: An Arts Education Alumna Helps Make the MOST More Inclusive

Since 2008, the Upstate Medical University Life Sciences exhibit at Syracuse’s Museum of Science and Technology (MOST) has fascinated millions of visitors. Thanks to giant...
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“So Worth It!” University Employees on How the Higher Ed Master’s Advanced Their Careers

One of Syracuse University’s most popular employee benefits is Remitted Tuition, a full tuition waiver for eligible employees and their partners for undergraduate and graduate...
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Julie J. Padilla ’11, G’12: Past, Present, and Future

Julie Padilla 11, G’12 is a passionate educator and a first-generation college graduate. She earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and Social Studies Education...
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From Burton Blatt to Barbie—and Everywhere in Between

If you were told that a School of Education alumnus began his post- graduate career as a summer intern at Warner Bros. in Los Angeles,...
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Five Questions for Chrissy Chamberlain ’05

A former Syracuse Orange rower, Chrissy Chamberlain graduated in 2005 with a B.S. in English and Textual Studies and Inclusive Elementary and Special Education. Also...
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Kamille Montgomery ’24, G’25: Part of a Movement to Recruit More Underrepresented Teachers

Building a diverse teacher workforce is a top priority for Syracuse University’s School of Education—and students such as Kamille Montgomery ’24, G’25. A member of...
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Reflections: Donna Walton G’85

In the Reflections series, the School of Education asks alumni to look back on their distinguished and fascinating lives and careers. As a young person,...
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School of Education Alumni Take on New Leadership Roles

Riley-Tillman Named WSU Provost and Executive Vice President T. Chris Riley-Tillman G’96, G’99 has joined Washington State University as Provost and Executive Vice President. Before...
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