Tentative union contract

Illinois State, UFISU Tenure-Track Faculty Union Reach Tentative Agreement

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Indian and LGBTQIA+ Cultural Dinner: ALOK emphasizes that ‘joy is your birthright’

ALOK shared their journey to self-discovery and living authentically with a sellout crowd of around 400 people during Illinois State University’s Indian and LGBTQIA+ Cultural Dinner.

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The lessons of Bangladesh: Dr. Ali Riaz gives voice to his native country as it fights for democracy

Distinguished Professor Ali Riaz, an expert in South Asian politics, has been tapped to rewrite the constitution of his politically turbulent native country.

First group photo taken in the Galapagos Islands, featuring a group of students.

Roaming Redbird: Spring break study abroad opportunity offers adventure in Ecuador, Galapagos Islands 

University Marketing and Communications intern Isabel Crabtree documented her study abroad trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

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Project XV Museum in El Paso prepares to open its doors after unexpected beginning

An interest in restoring an old building led this West Coast transplant on a surprising path that now finds her in the role of founder and creator of a new museum. The Project XV Museum, at 1 Front Street in El Paso in nearby Woodford County, is still in its infancy, but a relationship with Illinois State University was formed early.

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‘Rare opportunity’: Students ditch the classroom for the courtroom to learn about legal careers

Illinois State students were among more than 200 people to pack a makeshift courtroom as the University hosted the Fourth Judicial District Appellate Court for oral arguments in the Bone Student Center’s Prairie Room.

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Redbirds push for student research funding on Capitol Hill

Illinois State students Tara Geyer and Brenna Long and Office of Student Research Director Gina Hunter visited the Capitol to advocate for undergraduate research through the Students Transforming through Research Advocacy Program.

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Behind the lens: New York Times photographer Todd Heisler ’94 captures history in the making

Todd Heisler ’94 is a New York Times staff photographer whose career has taken him all over the world with a press credential and a front row seat to history.

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Grad student’s VR app to help blind people navigate the world

Illinois State University graduate student Loiy Qasrawi is developing SenseWay, a software application for the Apple Vision Pro, that would help visually impaired people move through unfamiliar spaces.

The spring 2025 Campus Hero is Dr. Noha Shawki, professor in the Department of Politics and Government.

Campus hero: Noha Shawki

Shawki grew up in Cairo, Egypt, and was educated in Europe and at Indiana University where she earned her Ph.D. in political science. She was teaching in Minnesota when she got the offer to come to Illinois State. She’s happily been a member of the Redbird community since August of 2007.

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The Big Red Marching Machine performs in Ireland

BRMM in Ireland

The Big Red Marching Machine spent spring break in Ireland where BRMM performed at St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny and marched in Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The Big Red Marching Machine performs in Ireland

BRMM in Ireland

The Big Red Marching Machine spent spring break in Ireland where BRMM performed at St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny and marched in Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The Big Red Marching Machine performs in Ireland

BRMM in Ireland

The Big Red Marching Machine spent spring break in Ireland where BRMM performed at St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny and marched in Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The Big Red Marching Machine performs in Ireland

BRMM in Ireland

The Big Red Marching Machine spent spring break in Ireland where BRMM performed at St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny and marched in Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The Big Red Marching Machine performs in Ireland

BRMM in Ireland

The Big Red Marching Machine spent spring break in Ireland where BRMM performed at St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny and marched in Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The Big Red Marching Machine performs in Ireland

BRMM in Ireland

The Big Red Marching Machine spent spring break in Ireland where BRMM performed at St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny and marched in Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

New ‘Women in CyberSecurity’ RSO creates a support system for female students in the field

Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is on a mission to provide a sense of belonging for students enrolled in Illinois State University’s cybersecurity program.
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Archivist April Anderson-Zorn shares stories of women in World War I on u003ciu003eRedbird Buzzu003c/iu003e

Illinois State University Archivist April Anderson-Zorn returns to Redbird Buzz following a semester-long sabbatical spent researching the role of women from Illinois State in World War I.
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From Dhaka to Normal, alum credits the people he’s met for making him feel at home

Zubayer Khaled, MBA ’24, was already a very educated man when he arrived on the campus of Illinois State in December 2021 to begin work on his master’s degree in the College of Business.
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True Black History Museum celebrates Black history and achievements

More than 50 students, faculty, and staff toured the True Black History Museum, an interactive exhibit that guides visitors through the history of African American people.
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Picture perfect: Image of Research exhibit shines light on ISU’s diverse student research

University Galleries hosted the Office of Student Research’s exhibit, reception, and awards presentation February 13, displaying submissions from the 19 finalists.