Celebrating the Lives of Our Global TESOL Community Members

Published on February 9, 2026

🕯️As we prepare for the TESOL 2026 Convention, we invite you to help us celebrate the lives of members of the TESOL community who have recently passed away.

If you would like to submit the name of a colleague to be recognized during the In Memoriam, please complete the form below by 1 March.

Together, we remember the educators, leaders, and friends who shaped our field and our community. 🔗 Submit a name here. 

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