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Mackenzie Kolodziejski, WIU Agriculture Education graduate.
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Just Hired: Mackenzie Kolodziejski

July 18, 2025

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MACOMB, IL - - Meet Mackenzie Kolodziejski, a Western Illinois University Agriculture Education graduate, who has been hired by the Louisa-Muscatine Community School District.

Kolodziejski found the opening on IowaWorks and a rigorous application; she was offered the position.

"I filled out a very lengthy application for both an agriculture teacher and substitute teacher. The HR department reached out to have me come fill out substitute paperwork while the superintendent and principal were still working things out on the agriculture department side of things," Kolodziejski said. "That appointment turned into an interview and a week later, they offered me a job!"

During her time as a student, Kolodziejski learned the essentials to succeed in her professional career as an educator.

"I learned so much at my time at WIU," Kolodziejski said. "I learned how to write and structure lesson plans, how to differentiate instruction for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and so much more."

As a proud alumna, Kolodziejski plans to remain involved with WIU and continue the process of obtaining the endorsements on her license.

To share your hiring story with WIU, visit go.wiu.edu/4eVgEuw.

To learn more about the WIU Agriculture Education program, visit wiu.edu/cbt/agriculture/ag_education.php.

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