National Recognition

Grambling State University
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
October 2022–October 2027

"Grambling State University (GSU) is deeply honored to receive ILA National Recognition With Distinction. It was a privilege to participate in the rigorous process to affirm our commitment to continuous quality improvement. The compliance with ILA’s evidence-based standards embodies our resolute dedication in preparing literacy educators with essential knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions. GSU is the place where 'everyone is somebody,' and the award of distinction epitomizes the adage."

Sam Houston State University
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
October 2023–October 2028

"We are proud to offer our candidates a high-quality, ILA nationally recognized program that builds and maintains a community of Bearkat literacy leaders who together positively impact and engage with literacy learning at all levels. The validation of receiving ILA National Recognition With Distinction builds upon our reputation and clearly displays to prospective students and other stakeholders that SHSU is exceeding expectations when it comes to preparing today’s teachers for tomorrow’s needs.”

University of North Georgia
Elementary/Intermediate Classroom Program
May 2021–May 2026

"Participating in the ILA National Recognition Program affirmed our dedication to using evidence-based practices and ILA's Standards for the Preparation of Literacy Professionals 2017 to support teacher candidates in our elementary program. The feedback from the ILA review team has helped us identify areas where our program can continue to grow to better serve our teacher candidates and the children they will someday teach."

The University of Texas at San Antonio
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
May 2019–May 2024

"At the University of Texas at San Antonio, receiving the ILA National Recognition With Distinction was helpful in two important ways. First, we have used it in our discussions with potential graduate students. Second, it has served as a reminder to continue to reflect on and improve our program."

Loyola University Maryland
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
August 2020–August 2025

"ILA National Recognition demonstrates that our program is committed to excellence and preparing literacy graduates to address challenges in education while serving as sources of change in their communities. This recognition has highlighted our work in training literacy leaders to work for social justice and educational equity."

McDaniel College
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
July 2022–July 2027

"ILA National Recognition further exemplifies McDaniel College’s tradition of excellence in the preparation of contemporary literacy professionals. Using ILA’s Standards for the Preparation of Literacy Professionals and applying feedback from the review team has resulted in a program with innovative online coursework and an authentic practicum experience."

Notre Dame College
Elementary/Intermediate Teacher Program
July 2022–July 2027

"National Recognition from ILA for our Elementary/Intermediate program will assure teacher candidates they are learning from an institution that values quality and accountability. The National Recognition program itself provides support in staying current on research and best practice. Teachers who come through our program are able to provide a solid foundation for the literacy journeys of our young learners."

Notre Dame College
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
December 2021–December 2026

"Our college looks to the long-standing expertise of ILA as a model for the literacy profession. ILA National Recognition is an honor that we are proud to have because it means that we meet the highest standards of the profession. With it, we can assure our candidates that they are receiving the best education possible and that they can trust us to work for continual improvement in our program."

Salisbury University
Elementary/Intermediate Classroom Program
February 2022–February 2027

"The ILA National Recognition process allowed us to examine our programming, practices, and assessments across all our Elementary Education courses. Receiving National Recognition validates our program quality and excellent teacher preparation in Maryland."

Salisbury University
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
February 2022–February 2027

"Receiving ILA National Recognition validates our program’s rigorous preparation for reading and literacy specialists. As part of the process, we reflected on our program, revising course objectives and learning activities to align with ILA’s professional standards—something that ensures our candidates are prepared to address literacy teaching and learning challenges."

The University of Texas Permian Basin
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
December 2021–December 2026

"ILA National Recognition shows that The University of Texas Permian Basin’s literacy program is top-notch and adheres to a rigorous set of standards. It also shows that our students are prepared and ready to meet the literacy challenges of today’s schools—and to help all students become lifelong readers."

The University of Texas at Tyler
Reading/Literacy Specialist Program
January 2024–January 2029

"ILA National Recognition provided us with a unique opportunity to closely examine and improve many aspects of our Master’s in Reading program at The University of Texas at Tyler. We are honored to be among the handful of programs around the country also holding this select ranking that affirms the excellence of our program and commitment to ILA’s Standards for the Preparation of Literacy Professionals 2017."