Stacy K Dymond

Stacy K. Dymond is a Professor of Special Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She focuses on curriculum and instruction for students with severe intellectual disabilities in inclusive settings, emphasizing service learning, community-based instruction, and transition planning. Dr. Dymond directs grant-funded projects on topics like personnel preparation and leadership development. She is Editor of Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities and coordinates special education licensure programs.

Her research explores how curricular goals can be addressed through hands-on activities such as service learning and job sampling. She has published extensively on inclusive education, work-based learning experiences, and barriers to implementing effective programs. Dr. Dymond’s work bridges theory and practice, advocating for equitable access to education and community opportunities for students with severe disabilities.

Grants & Awards: Recipient of a 2025 Excellence in Instruction Award (group recognition). Her grants have supported initiatives on service learning, general curriculum access, and leadership development.

Roles:

• Editor of Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities
• Coordinator of special education teacher licensure programs
• Member of multiple editorial boards

Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative research networks focusing on inclusive education and transition services, supported by interdisciplinary grants.