Get to know the new Civil Service Council members with a quick Q&A.
Lawrence Lair, Group 2
University Marketing & Communications
Joined ISU in 2021
What are your favorite places on campus?
Bone Student Center, Quad in front of CPA
What drew you to run for the Civil Service Council?
A coworker made me aware of it and encouraged me to run. He knew I had a passion for civil service and local governance. We also believed that the council could benefit from diverse perspectives.
What do you hope to achieve during your time on the Civil Service Council?
I hope to be an advocate for those employed by ISU, especially those who feel minoritized or underrepresented. I hope to foster belonging and offer perspectives that can shape more equitable relations. I also hope to meet likeminded individuals.
Favorite Redbird event or pastime?
I like volunteering for Welcome Week. It’s really energizing to see new students. The event helps with creating an inviting atmosphere and I get a chance to join in on the fun.
Evelyn Whitfield, Group 3
Ancillary Facilities Operations
Joined ISU in 2005
What are your favorite places on campus?
Wonsook Kim School of Art and the Vitro Glass House
What drew you to run for the Civil Service Council?
I wanted to get to know more people on campus outside my department and to see what sort of committees that I would be interested in serving.
What do you hope to achieve during your time on the Civil Service Council?
Connect with more departments and committees.
Favorite Redbird event or pastime?
Art sales, printing, glass, gallery shows, etc. I do a lot of art in my spare time and donate a lot of work to these events.
Beth Theobald, Group 5
Alumni Engagement
Joined ISU in 2013
What are your favorite places on campus?
Bone Student Center, Hancock Stadium
What drew you to run for the Civil Service Council?
I wanted to be a part of something bigger. It has been a great way to meet others across campus and network with different departments. It also gives me an opportunity to be on several different committees with Faculty, Staff, and Students across campus.
What do you hope to achieve during your time on the Civil Service Council?
I hope to continue to give CS employees a voice in the institution.
Favorite Redbird event or pastime?
I love all the alumni events I have attended. Cubs games, Homecoming and the White Sox game are at the top of my list.
For more information on the Civil Service Council, or to contact council members, visit the CS Council website at cscouncil.illinoisstate.edu.
