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Bio: Joellen Lewsader is an Associate Professor and Program Director for the ECL MA Program.

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Bio: Hello! I am on my second year as an early childhood special education teacher :)

Bio: My name is Teresea Looman. I have worked in education for over 20 years and this is my 17th year at CMU.

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Bio: Early Childhood Educator

Bio: Hi! My name is Brooke Fullington and I am a CMU Alumni. I currently work in Detroit, Michigan as a Coach for Early Head Start.

Bio: I am an ECSE Inclusion Coach with a passion for creating inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments.

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Bio: Early Childhood Educator in Madison, WI finding the joy in the everyday moments.

Bio: Chrissandra Padilla - Early Childhood Director, Professional Learning Presenter, Public Speaker

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Bio: Professor of child development - I love supporting students on their personal learning journey.

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Bio: Laughing and connecting are my favorite things!