Lisa Rago, class of 2002, special education teacher
"I’m currently a special education teacher for grades three through five at Coonley Elementary School in Chicago. My classroom consists of students who are labeled EMH (Educationally Mentally Handicapped) and TMH (Trainably Mentally Handicapped). I really enjoy my position at Coonley. Most of all I enjoy the fact that I have a great group of students in my class and an outstanding team of teachers to work with.

"My coursework and outside experiences throughout my two years at Bradley really helped me become a well-rounded person in the field of education. I learned a lot of different ideas throughout my student teaching experiences, and I use many of those ideas in my own classroom. Also, many of the projects I have completed throughout my coursework have been put to great use in my classroom. I can honestly say that my studies at Bradley University really paid off and became a building block for my future."

Lynn Anderson-Loy, class of 2002, elementary school teacher
"I was a nontraditional student with a dream of becoming a teacher after spending 27 years in the dental profession. Bradley University welcomed me with open arms and with the convenience of evening classes, I was able to work full-time, take care of my family, and still go to school. Every step of the way, I had the support of wonderful professors who challenged and guided me through my undergraduate studies. I will never forget the pride I had in myself and my profession on my graduation day. Today, I am a 4th grade teacher at Franklin-Edison Primary School in Peoria. My studies at Bradley prepared me well to meet the challenges of teaching. When asked, I am proud to say I am a Bradley graduate!"