Our People

The UChicago Urban Teacher Education Program's staff is composed of former urban school district teachers who are deeply passionate about and committed to providing the next generation of urban educators with the tools they need to succeed.

UTEP Instructors & Staff

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Tinishia Legaux Washington

Interim UTEP Leader and Foundations Year Math Instructor
University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program
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Kay Fujiyoshi

Foundations Year Instructor and Advisor
University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program
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Julie Furigay

New Teacher Induction Coach and Residency Instructor
University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program
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Woody Lajeune

Induction Coach and Instructor
University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program
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Sheri Roedel

Residency Year Coordinator
University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program
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Diane M. Wright

Student Services Administrator, Recruiter and Admissions Coordinator
University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program
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