A message from President Dietz on pass/no pass option

Fell Hall

President Larry Dietz announced the temporary modification of portions of University Policy 2.1.12, the Pass/No Pass-Credit/No Credit policy, to be accompanied by a change in the date for WX and Pass/No Pass decisions.

Toughest test: Faculty overcome challenges of teaching online

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Anybody familiar with Illinois State knows the University’s motto is “gladly we learn and teach.” The commitment to do both with any level of gladness has been severely tested the past few weeks as all classes transitioned to an online format.

Riaz examines the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) on south Asia and global order

Schroeder Hall

Distinguished Professor Ali Riaz urges for a robust stimulus plan to address the potential fallout of coronavirus (Covid-19) on Bangladeshi economy. Taking part in a webinar of the South Asia Center of the Washington, D.C.-based Atlantic Council, Riaz said that Bangladesh government’s actions thus far are halfhearted and piece-meal at its best and negligent at its worst.

T.Y. Wang comments on measures on the coronavirus pandemic

Professor T.Y. Wang

Professor and Chair of the Department of Politics and Government T.Y. Wang published “How Taiwan Has Dealt with the Coronavirus Pandemic: Lessons for the United States?” in Taiwan Insight. The number of novel coronavirus disease cases is skyrocketing across the globe. The U.S. has become the new epicenter. Several thousands of miles away, Taiwan has

Illinois Shakespeare Festival postpones 2020 season

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In response to decisions from the Illinois Governor’s office, Illinois State University leadership, and our creative partners throughout the world, the Illinois Shakespeare Festival (ISF) will postpone its 2020 season until summer 2021.