Razak Dwomoh, assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, received the inaugural Early Career Award from the Purdue University College of Education during its 2025 Education Appreciation and Alumni Awards. “Over the years, the Purdue COE has celebrated several Distinguished
Read moreRazak Dwomoh named ‘Rising Star’ by alma mater Eastern Illinois University
Razak Dwomoh knows why he teaches – and why he prepares future educators to use inquiry-based instructional approaches in their classrooms that foster the civic readiness of students. “Looking at the way the world is now, and how the world is evolving,
Read moreCOE²: College of Education team gathers for pre-finals Celebration of Excellence
The NIU College of Education family came together May 3 in the ballroom of the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center to celebrate another year of teaching, learning, scholarship, service and success. Acting Dean Bill Pitney recognized several faculty and staff members, including
Read morePhoto Gallery: New Faculty Breakfast
New faculty members Hyoju Ahn, Razak Dwomoh, Brandon Perez, Michelle Sands and Cansu Tatar joined Acting Dean Bill Pitney and members of his leadership team Friday, Aug. 25, for the annual New Faculty Breakfast. Click on any image for a larger view:
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