EIU Department of Counseling and Higher Education

EIU Department of Counseling and Higher Education EIU Counseling & Higher Education houses 4 Masters programs: M.S. in Counseling with Concentrations in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling.

College Student Affairs (CSA) and our Higher Education and Community College (HECC) online program.

Shoutout to our College Student Affairs students, Eva Sefa, Henrietta Ghansah, and Dauntae Edwards, recipients of the Le...
05/01/2026

Shoutout to our College Student Affairs students, Eva Sefa, Henrietta Ghansah, and Dauntae Edwards, recipients of the Lella Cox Schaaf College Student Affairs Fund! 🎉

Recognized for academic strength, service, and dedication, this is a meaningful accomplishment.

Congrats! 💙

A big congratulations to Grayce Hightshoe-Quick (Clinical Counseling), recipient of the Graduate Student Advisory Counci...
05/01/2026

A big congratulations to Grayce Hightshoe-Quick (Clinical Counseling), recipient of the Graduate Student Advisory Council (GSAC) Scholarship! This award supports students as they continue their academic and professional journey at EIU.

We’re excited to see what’s ahead!

We’re excited to recognize Liz Walters, a School Counseling student, as this year’s Frances Meyer Hampton Graduate Schol...
04/30/2026

We’re excited to recognize Liz Walters, a School Counseling student, as this year’s Frances Meyer Hampton Graduate Scholarship recipient! 🎉

Supporting graduate study for over two years, this award honors students who stand out in both character and academic achievement.

Congratulations on this well-earned recognition!

We’re proud to recognize Anntoinnette Laryea as this year’s recipient of the Gloria Leitschuh Clinical Counseling Award!...
04/30/2026

We’re proud to recognize Anntoinnette Laryea as this year’s recipient of the Gloria Leitschuh Clinical Counseling Award!

Established in 2023 by Dr. Gloria Leitschuh, who dedicated 26 years to teaching and mentoring future counselors, this award supports students in their internships, tuition, and professional development.

Congratulations, Annie! 💙

Congratulations to all the award recipients at the annual Graduate Awards Ceremony! Your remarkable accomplishments refl...
04/23/2026

Congratulations to all the award recipients at the annual Graduate Awards Ceremony! Your remarkable accomplishments reflect your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We are so proud of you and excited to see the impact you will continue to make. 🌟👏

Go CHE! 💙🐾

It's EIU Giving Day!
04/22/2026

It's EIU Giving Day!

Spring is here, and that means it’s awards season! 🌸🏆Congratulations to Melyssa Hernandez, Marah Mathews, Liz Walters, J...
04/10/2026

Spring is here, and that means it’s awards season! 🌸🏆

Congratulations to Melyssa Hernandez, Marah Mathews, Liz Walters, Jonny Coffin, Caroline Beckman, Agnes Afi Yigah, Henrietta Ghansah, and Eva Stefa, Spring 2026 Mary Cralley Vaupel and Errett Warner/Stanley G Rives Award recipients! We are proud to celebrate your achievement and the dedication, excellence, and impact you bring to our CHE community!

Advance your career in Higher Education — fully online.Eastern Illinois University’s newly revised HECC Program is desig...
04/09/2026

Advance your career in Higher Education — fully online.

Eastern Illinois University’s newly revised HECC Program is designed for working professionals who want to grow in higher education and student affairs leadership while balancing full-time employment.

Newly revised program:

* 36 credit hours
* 100% online, asynchronous format
* Built around ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies
* Completion in just over two years

Coursework includes leadership, student development, crisis management, advising, legal and ethical issues, globalization, governance and finance, and a capstone experience.

Application fee: $30

Start dates:

Summer 2026: May 25
Fall 2026: August 24

Ready to take the next step in your professional journey?
Learn more and apply at eiu.edu/hecc

Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

🧠 EIU Health and Counseling Services is hiring a Clinical CounselorJoin the team at Eastern Illinois University’s Health...
02/06/2026

🧠 EIU Health and Counseling Services is hiring a Clinical Counselor
Join the team at Eastern Illinois University’s Health & Counseling Services in Charleston, IL!
This 10-month, full-time role offers meaningful work supporting student well-being through counseling, crisis intervention, outreach, and supervision.
💼 Requirements:
Master’s in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Social Work
LPC/LSW required (license-eligible applicants considered)
Strong clinical & communication skills
📅 Start Date: As soon as possible
💰 Competitive salary + great benefits including medical, retirement, tuition waivers & generous time off!
✨ Be part of a compassionate, student-centered team in a vibrant university community.
🔗 Apply now: https://www.eiu.edu/jobs/

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