School of Education
We shape minds, hearts and spirits
At the School of Education, we believe a student’s education requires more than filling their heads with facts; you have to care for the whole person, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. For more than 100 years, we’ve prepared educators to do that as community leaders, advocates and innovators.
Our graduates commit to careers in under-resourced schools through field experiences in local and international sites, demonstrate our dedication to faith formation through our Catholic Education Programs and build our local community through the Billiken Teacher Corps.
At SLU, our students share a commitment to intellectual rigor and the use of knowledge for the betterment of our local, national and international communities.
Academic Areas
Saint Louis University offers educators rigorous programs no matter where they are in their professional development.
Celebrating educating educators since 1925
In 1925, Saint Louis University established a School of Education. Today, we renew our commitment to provide a high-quality education for the whole person as a student, teacher, leader and community member. With our dedication to social justice, community growth and innovation, we enter our second century of service to the profession with energy and optimism.
Learn more about how we are celebrating our 100-year anniversary
Meet The Faculty
The faculty of SLU’s School of Education consists of experienced educators, many of who have served as leaders within the field.
School of Education News
Read the latest news and announcements from Saint Louis University's School of Education.
SLU Experts Contribute to Research on Teacher Pay Reform, Early Teacher Pipeline
A new article published in Kappan titled “Pay Reform and the Early Teacher Pipeline,” examines the growing impact of teacher shortages and outlines policy solutions to improve recruitment and retention in the education workforce. Former Saint Louis University faculty member J. Cameron Anglum led the effort, co-authoring the article with his former SLU graduate student Jennifer Gontram, a Ph.D. candidate in education policy and equity, and Gary Ritter, Ph.D., dean of the SLU School of Education.
School of Education Honors Graduates at 2025 Precommencement Ceremony
On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Saint Louis University (SLU) celebrated the accomplishments of its School of Education graduates during a heartfelt pre-commencement ceremony at St. Francis Xavier College Church. This year also marked a significant milestone as the School of Education commemorated its 100th anniversary, honoring a century of dedication to shaping the future of education.
School of Education Celebrates Women Educators
The Saint Louis University School of Education held an event to honor women who have played a significant role in shaping educational journeys on March 26 at Sophie’s Artist Lounge.