The Illinois Shakespeare Festival got off to a roaring start this summer with three main stage shows opening in three days in beautiful weather.
Illinois Shakespeare Festival opens
Month: July 2013
Alum takes the reins as Illinois State athletics director
Larry Lyons took over as Illinois State athletics director July 1, leading the department after 26 years as one of its most effective role players. Now, the longtime Redbird is plotting his own renaissance.
Carmichael shines as former Redbirds wrap up NBA Summer League
Former Illinois State forward Jackie Carmichael averaged 9.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.5 blocks, as he attempted to impress while playing for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Las Vegas Summer League.
Office Hours: FAQ on the state’s new concealed carry law
STATEside asked Illinois State’s Director of Legal Studies Thomas McClure to help explain the ins and outs of the new concealed carry law, and what it means for Illinois residents.
2013 Athletics Hall of Fame class announced
The 2013 Illinois State Athletics Percy Family Hall of Fame class was officially announced in June. Here are the five new inductees.
Department of English debuts alumni newsletter
The Department of English has started electronically publishing a newsletter to keep in touch with alumni, retirees, and other friends of the department.
Smith named Capital One Academic All-American
Senior track and field standout Brittany Smith was named to the Capital One Academic All-America Division I men’s and women’s track and field and cross country teams, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSida). She was a third-team selection.
Sen. Dick Durbin visits MCN Simulation Lab
The Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN) Simulation Lab has hosted many visitors; however, when U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin’s staff called to schedule a visit July 2, it was clearly a special honor for the college and Illinois State University.
Redbird football miniplan ticket packages on sale
Illinois State fans can now purchase miniplan ticket packages for the 2013 Redbird football season for $40, including two games of your choice, and an additional $20 for each additional game added.
Team rooms dedicated in ribbon-cutting ceremony
The ribbon was cut in a ceremony formally naming the William T. Kemper Foundation-Commerce Bank, Trustee Team Room at the State Farm Hall of Business.
