The structural complexity of the teacher education unit is pulled together by a common conceptual framework of teacher preparation that is supported by the missions of the university, the colleges and the departments. Our conceptual framework is continually evolving as it is influenced by our study of teacher preparation. We view our program as holistic and dynamic. While supported by the framework that is provided by the INTASC Principles, we would not identify any single course or learning experience exclusively with one of these principles. However, the principles do guide the three themes that are woven throughout our teacher education programs: teacher as learner, teacher as active agent of learning, and teacher as articulate visionary.