What is the IUE?

The Institute for Urban Education (IUE) is a four-year undergraduate program that leads to a degree in elementary or middle school education with a focus in the teaching of math, science, and literacy.  The program is specifically targeted to   develop teachers for urban schools.  Students receiving IUE scholarships will make a commitment to teach in an urban district following graduation in exchange for financial support. 

Features of the Program include:

  • Courses designed to prepare exemplary elementary teachers
  • On-site practical experience teaching and learning in urban schools
  • Time spent in urban schools starting in the 1st semester
  • Summer cultural experiences working in the community
  • Innovative classes taught in school classrooms
  • Participation in Arts & Sciences and School of Education classes all four years
  • Enhanced interaction with faculty

    What are the advantages:

  • A dynamic cohort experience
  • An enjoyable, satisfying freshmen experience
  • Development of a strong educational foundation while working closely with students and faculty
  • Close support from a network of students, peer educators and professors
  • Valuable relationships with peers who share similar academic interests                                                             
  • Educational and social events with partner organizations in the KC area
  • Opportunities to participate in service
  • learning projects in urban settings
  • Time to develop and practice your teaching skills

     

    For more information about the Institute for Urban Education:

    4Contact Tonya Bobbitt at 816.235.2472 or umkciue@umkc.edu

     

    To support IUE: Call 816.235.2466 or visit:http://www.umkc.edu/advancement/give_to_umkc.asp

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