Lindenwood University’s College of Education and Human Services has received national recognition for excellence in undergraduate teacher preparation. Colleges of Distinction included Lindenwood in its 2026-2027 list for preparing teachers who are both skilled and resilient.

“Lindenwood graduates are ready to know their students,” said Tyson Schritter, chief operating officer at Colleges of Distinction. “The empathy, adaptability, and classroom readiness cultivated in this program will echo through every student they teach.” Colleges of Distinction recognizes institutions that equip future educators with the necessary skills to succeed. Schritter noted the importance of “sending graduates into classrooms with the confidence, competence, and support systems they need to thrive.”

Lindenwood demonstrated excellence in the following areas:

  • Multidisciplinarity: Lindenwood offers students the opportunity to specialize in three or more distinct disciplines including elementary, secondary, and special education.
  • Practical Experience: Beginning in the first year, students engage in real-world teaching experiences across urban and rural settings, diverse socioeconomic environments, and schools of varying sizes.
  • Non-Education Specialization: Students are required to graduate with a minor, emphasis, specialization, or related credential in a subject they intend to teach, ensuring depth of content knowledge alongside pedagogical skill.
  • Dedicated Advising and Counseling: The College of Education and Human Services provides high-quality academic advising, major-specific guidance, and career counseling tailored to Education majors.
  • Industry Connections: Students have meaningful opportunities to build professional networks through job placement, internships, co-op opportunities, advisory councils, and networking activities.

“This recognition speaks to the heart of what we do in the College of Education and Human Services — preparing compassionate, well-trained professionals who are ready to lead from day one,” said Interim Dean Dr. Alex Tripamer. “We’re proud that Colleges of Distinction has recognized the strength of our curriculum, our practical experiences, and the outcomes our graduates achieve.”