Strong early childhood leadership positively impacts outcomes for children and families. (mccormickcenter.nl.edu)
In 2012, center staff released a policy brief on the new state Early Childhood Education requirements, and in May 2013, the National Governors Association cited UIC's work in a paper on early childhood leadership. (urbanedleadership.org)
Dr. Talan holds a law degree from Northwestern University, a doctorate in adult and continuing education and a master's degree in early childhood leadership and advocacy from National Louis University. (newhorizonsbooks.net)