The Division of Student Affairs is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Redbird Proud Young Alumni Award.

The award recognizes young alumni who demonstrate great pride in Illinois State University and extend what they learned through their experience with Student Affairs to others. Recipients of this honor live the values of Student Affairs: integrity, compassion, creativity, diversity, and relationships.

Award criteria

  • Graduate of Illinois State University, who is under 40 years of age.
  • Connection (involved, employed, etc.) with Student Affairs as a student.
  • Continued sharing of the Redbird values, spirit, or education with others.
  • Availability to accept the award in person during Illinois State University’s Alumni Day Luncheon during Homecoming on Friday, September 27.

Nominations guidelines

Nominations for the Redbird Proud Young Alumni Award are accepted through June 30. Please complete the Redbird Proud nomination form.

Please contact Christina Bryant, associate director of Development at (309) 438-8895 with questions or nomination materials.