A collaboration between two local entities whose shared mission focuses on creating opportunities for young people has produced a program that’s loaded with fun learning experiences. Western Avenue Community Center in Bloomington and Illinois State University have partnered on a program called EARLI–STEMbirds that gives Bloomington-Normal youths the chance to pretend to be college students.
Month: October 2023
Misinformation vs. disinformation: School of Com prof on a digital literacy mission
Misinformation versus disinformation. Digital literacy resides at the intersection of the two and can be crucial to a democratic society, so says Dr. Joseph Zompetti, professor in the School of Communication at Illinois State University.
Computing connections: Mennonite College of Nursing administers technology education program for seniors
The Oasis Connections Technology Education program for seniors provided by Illinois State University’s Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN), aims to close the generational digital divide through its technology literacy curriculum.
Campus hero: Kim Fisher
Redbird Impact named Kim Fisher the fall 2023 Campus Hero for her work as technology expert and a passionate advocate for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), Fisher has worked in public school systems as an inclusion specialist, a learning behavior specialist, and as an assistive technology consultant.
An electrifying adventure: Illinois State students and alumni help drive Rivian’s growth in Normal
Three Illinois State alumni and one current student spoke during a Career Exploration with Rivian panel and networking event attended by more than 150 students in the Bone Student Center’s Brown Ballroom October 2.
Vice President Dan Stephens announces retirement
Dan Stephens, vice president for Illinois State University’s Division of Finance and Planning, has announced his retirement, effective January 1, 2024.
New MFA studio at the mall sparks creativity for grad students
An open house was held October 5 to celebrate the opening of the new Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts (WKCFA) MFA Art Studios in refurbished space at Eastland Mall.
Professor Cieslik gives brown bag presentation
On September 29, Professor Jason Cieslik presented an ongoing research project titled “Usurping Authority—Illinois Sheriffs Declare Law Unconstitutional.”
College of Education receives a grant of over $440,000 to support first-year teacher education students
The College of Education (COE) at Illinois State University received a grant of just over $440,000 from the Illinois State Board of Education to build the Redbird Educator Scholars Program.
Former Redbird wins 2023 Overwatch League Grand Finals Championship
Rupal “Rupal” Zaman a former Redbird Esports Varsity Overwatch player, won the 2023 Overwatch League Grand Finals with his teammates on the professional Overwatch team, Florida Mayhem.