October 2023 – Page 15

Student Government Association celebrates 100th anniversary

Members of the Student Government Association sitting at tables in a meeting

The Student Government Association (SGA) is celebrating its 100th year of serving the student body at Illinois State University.

Celebrate this Halloween in the theatre with two horror themed productions: Frankenstein and The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy

A split image that shows art from the production posters of each show. A hazy creature leaning over author Mary Shelley for Frankenstein and a cartoon silhouette of the Addams Family in front of a mansion at night.

This October, Illinois State University’s School of Theatre and Dance is jumping head-first into the Halloween spirit with two ghoulish productions: Frankenstein and The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy.

Frankenstein is alive at Illinois State University

Illustration of a monster standing in the background reaching towards another person who is unsuspecting

Illinois State University School of Theatre and Dance will produce Alexander Utz’s stage adaptation of Frankenstein October 6-14.

Remembering Distinguished Professor Emeritus Jim Skibo

Gray haired man in sun glasses and a blue diving suit

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology mourns the passing of Dr. Jim Skibo, committed teacher, mentor, and scholar at Illinois State University for 27 years.

William Restis recognized at the Robert G. Bone Scholar Ceremony

William Restis, a philosophy major, was recognized as one of the 2023-2024 Robert G. Bone Scholars at a ceremony on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

Schroeder Hall gallery seventh annual exhibit: What is hip hop culture?

Children raising their fists and colorful signs in unison

Dr. Frank Beck recaps the seventh annual Schroeder Hall gallery exhibit, “What is Hip Hop Culture?”

College of Education announces Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Young Alumni

The College of Education at Illinois State University will induct four alumni into its Hall of Fame on Friday, October 13 during the University’s 2023 Homecoming celebration. One Outstanding Young Alumni will also be recognized during this event. Hall of Fame Kim Carthans, Normal, IL, ‘94, M.S. ‘99 earned a Bachelor of Science in elementary

Faculty, staff dining center discounts in October

Bowl of nachos with meat, corn, beans, lettuce, and salsa with a hand dipping a chip.

Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality (EMDH) will offer faculty and staff discounts at both dining centers every Friday in October.

Administrative/Professional October spotlight: Shannon Darling

Shannon Darling, Academic Advisor, University College and Communication Sciences and Disorders

Every month, the Administrative/Professional (A/P) Council highlights an A/P staff member through a series of questions as another way for the Illinois State University community to connect. This month, readers can get to know Shannon Darling, Academic Advisor, University College and Communication Sciences and Disorders.