Focus on Urban Education
Our programs focus on the power and possibilities of educational experiences in urban environments and how education professionals can impact change.
Get plenty of practical experience
You'll get out into the field early and often to apply what you learn in the classroom, whether you're a first-time student or a doctoral candidate.
Learn in the heart of Indianapolis
Our central location means you're steps away from anything and everything, from internship locations to dining options.
Our degrees and programs
Facts about us and our programs
Award winning faculty and 17,000+ alumni
Top 3 largest producer of teachers in Indiana
Provides over $80k of scholarships each year
Celebration of students, faculty, staff, & programs
Lance Ritter, current student featured in school newspaper
Current student, Lance Ritter was the subject of an article in the Southport HS student newspaper!
Congratulations to Lance Ritter for being featured in the newspaper!
“I wanted to be a part of something that was bigger than myself,” Ritter said.
The new battle - Southport HS Newspaper
Y.E.S. Award from Phi Delta Kappa, Inc.
Associate Professor, Dr. Khaula Murtadha, has been awarded the Y.E.S. award!
Congratulations to Dr. Khaula Murtadha on this award! The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Incorporated, is a professional organization of women in the field of education.
"Dr. Murtadha, we sincerely appreciate your unwavering dedication to the field of education. Your dedication to our profession continues to remind us that true leadership is measured not only in achievements but in the lives touched, the doors opened, and the hope instilled in those who look to you as a role model." - Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. on Dr. Khaula Murtadha receiving the Y.E.S. award.
The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa
Congratulations to SoE Alumna Lillian Barkes & Listen to Our Future
IU Alumna’s Visionary Program Boosts Student Success in Reading & Math
We proudly celebrate IU alumna Lillian Barkes, founder of Listen to Our Future, for her inspiring work improving reading and math outcomes for young students. Since launching in 2021, her organization has served 2,200+ students, employed 250 tutors, and opened a dedicated facility with a mini library, STEM makerspace, and family resources. Recently honored with the Transformational Alumni Award, Barkes continues to embody the IU SoE spirit of leadership and service—empowering children to dream bigger and believe in their potential.
IU News Story
IPS Employee Spotlight
This month's IPS Spotlight, highlighted an alumni of the School of Education!
IPS chose to spotlight Mr. Jordan Leonard!
Jordan is a licensed physical education teacher with a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University Indianapolis. He recently completed his master’s degree in Urban Education Leadership here at the School of Education and is a licensed building-level administrator.
IPS Spotlight: Jordan Leonard
‘TikTok Teacher’ inspires Spanish Immersion students to become educators
Ms. Camarasa is a current student in our Masters in Urban Education Leadership program.
Congratulations to Ms. Camarasa! Ms. Camarasa goes by Sita and has been teaching in the Spanish Immersion Program in the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township for 20 years. Recently her students started calling her the “TikTok Teacher.”
September Golden Apple Award Winner
2025 Keynote Speaker at the Wisconsin Counseling Association Conference
Dr. Roberto Swazo will be the Keynote Speaker at this prestigious conference!
Congratulations to Dr. Swazo! He is currently completing a new book under contract with Cognella Publishing (California), titled The Ethical Mindset: Strengthening Self-Awareness, Cultural Competence, and Professional Integrity, scheduled for release in Fall 2025.
WCA Conference
New School Year, New Faculty
We love celebrating the new faces around the School of Education!
Welcome new faculty to the School of Education!
Gayle Cosby, Ph.D. - Clinical Assistant Professor
Jarvais Jackson, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor
Rachel McMillian, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor
School of Education Staff Awards 2025
Every year, the School of Education recognizes staff for their accomplishments.
Congratulations to the following staff members on their awards this year!
Outstanding Senior Staff - Ashley Clemons
Outstanding Rising Staff - Cheyenne Grimes
School of Education Staff Affiliate - David Bryant
Staff Directory
Drs. Jim Scheurich and Tina O'Neal Receive the 2025 Trustee Teaching Award
The intent of the award is to recognize the best teachers. Teaching is broadly construed and may be indicated by high student evaluations, colleague evaluations/observations, innovations in teaching, service related to teaching and teaching publications.
Congratulations to Dr. Jim Scheurich and Dr. Tina O'Neal on this award!
Trustees' Teaching Award
Dr. Brittany Garvin Receives the Burton Gorman Teaching Award
The School of Education's award for distinguished teaching is named after Burton Gorman. Susan Klein presented a brief history of his life in her acceptance speech for the 2001 Burton Gorman Teaching Award.
Congratulations to Dr. Brittany Garvin on this award!
Burton Gorman Teaching Award
Dean Tambra Jackson will be a featured member of the AACTE 2025 Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy offers a unique opportunity for deans, department chairs, and other administrators and faculty to enhance their leadership skills, address current challenges, and build a professional peer network.
Congratulations to Dean Tambra Jackson on this honor! We look forward to hearing about your experience at the conference in June.
AACTE 2025 Leadership Academy