Lynda Irvin comments on her decision to commit a $500,000 planned gift to the Irvin Family Scholarship Fund in the College of Education’s Department of Educational Administration and Foundation.
Visionary gift uplifts the democratic ideal
Year: 2020
Essential employees continue to serve Illinois State community during pandemic
While Illinois State University faculty and most staff members continue to work from home, essential employees from areas throughout the University such as Grounds; University Police; University Farm; University Housing Services; and Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality continue to work on campus.
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month with Milner Library
Check out resources for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month curated by Cataloging and Metadata Librarian Angela Yon.
University High School Announces New Administration
University High School is pleased to announce two new administration changes for the upcoming academic year.
Taking flight: Assisting people and animals in need helped incoming freshman earn McLean County Full Tuition Scholarship
Despite incoming Illinois State freshman Ryan Hickenbottom’s longtime volunteer efforts in McLean County, it still came as a surprise to him that he was selected as one of seven incoming recipients of the McLean County Full Tuition Scholarship. The scholarship provides free tuition to students who have a history of leadership, service, and commitment to our community.
Remembering Steve Adams
The Division of Student Affairs, along with the entire Illinois State University community, is mourning the loss of Steve Adams, who will be remembered as an impactful leader, trusted mentor, caring friend, and exceptional Redbird.
Virtual coffee with Redbird volleyball coach Leah Johnson
Join coach Leah Johnson with your morning coffee as she covers the championship culture. Limited spaces available.
Taking Flight: Senior year disrupted by a brain tumor, but that didn’t stop this activist
Gavin Cunningham almost choked on his M&M milkshake when he checked his email over a break from a madrigal dress rehearsal and saw a congratulatory message from Illinois State University. Tuition would no longer be a worry. He was being awarded the McLean County Full Tuition Scholarship, which provides free tuition for up to four years.
Creative Technologies Program seeks to create next generation of video game developers
Illinois State University is seeking to create more professionals in one of the fastest-growing and profitable entertainment industries by launching a video game design sequence in fall 2020.
Alum’s volunteering experience leads to better mental health
When Arlene Waclawek’s ’10 mental health was at an all-time low, she embraced one of Illinois State’s core values and turned to civic engagement to find her purpose again.
