new cohort – Institute for Recruitment of Teachers

Associate Director & Manager of Programs Update, June 2025

NCORE, Hope, and the Power of Collective Action at IRT

The recent NCORE conference in New York City was abuzz with keynotes, workshops, and conversations about hope and possibility in our ever-evolving educational landscape. But what truly resonated with me wasn’t just the aspirational talk; it was the tangible, on-the-ground manifestations of these ideals. We engaged in courageous intergenerational and cross-college conversations, actively building coalitions and fostering collective action.

This got me thinking: what does hope and possibility look like in real time for us at IRT?

IRT 2023 Cohort News

Decisions, decisions, decisions…It’s an exciting and busy time as final decisions have been made for our 2023 IRT Cohort. IRT Scholars have negotiated offers with the help of their IRT advisors and have reported their final plans. Many scholars report receiving multiple offers with 52% of scholars reported receiving partial to full funding packages and 22% reported acceptances to four or more graduate programs. Amid a very challenging time in higher education, we are especially proud of this cohort and their accomplishments as they continue their own individual academic and professional journey.

Congratulations to all 2023 IRT Scholars as we celebrate their achievements and welcome them as new IRT alumni!