Faith Fosco’s long-fought journey inspired her to become a special education teacher and a champion for her future students.
Scholarship helped Faith Fosco graduate despite childhood challenges
Year: 2020
Scholarship makes career change possible for education student Josiah Davidson
“I used to live a double life as both firefighter and student,” said Josiah Davidson, a middle-level science and social studies major. That often meant working a 24-hour shift, then driving 100 miles from his hometown of Sullivan to campus for class. Davidson was inspired to change careers after leading firefighter trainings alongside an experienced captain.
Scholarship enables criminal justice student Jessica Irwin to succeed
Jessica Irwin is also balancing a lot: a full-time job as a patient care liaison at Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, mom to 15-year-old Matthew and 13-year-old Ava, and Illinois State student who commutes to classes. She doesn’t let the busyness of her life get her down; instead, it’s a motivating force for reaching her career goals.
Scholarship gives international business student Kamya Monga life-changing experience
There’s a saying in Panama—tranquila—which means, “no worries.” Senior marketing and international business major Kamya Monga got to live out the meaning of tranquila after she received the Matt Busey Endowed Scholarship, which made studying abroad in Panama possible.
For Illinois State University student team, it is another day to innovate
In the words of famed actor and comedian Bill Murray, “It’s Groundhog Day…again.”
ICC explores global mining opportunities with alum
Is the mining industry ripe for change? That’s the question a team of Illinois State University students sought to answer this semester. Through ISU’s Innovation Consulting Community (ICC), they partnered with Redbird alum Mike Kasaba ’88 to explore how ready mining operations around the globe are for making the switch to using electric-powered machines in
Research and Honors, May 12, 2020
Honors and presentations of Illinois State faculty and staff.
In the News, May 12, 2020
Illinois State faculty and staff in the news with links to articles.
In their words: Antoin’ Rutledge reflects on graduating during the coronavirus pandemic
As a final year MBA student here at Illinois State, this last semester has been one full of surprises and changes.
Career assistance available for graduating Redbirds and alumni
Career Services provides support to assist Redbirds in their job search and careers.
