Bringing the ‘Magic of Musicals’ to the stage
Gamma Phi Circus choreographers take the show to new heights
Earth Day Breakfast speaker: ‘It’s on you and on me’
La Toya Ruby Frazier, an artist-activist who uses photography, video, installation art, books, and immersive collaborations with her subjects to tell their stories of injustice, was the keynote speaker at Illinois State University’s 2024 Earth Day Breakfast, held April 18, 2024, at the Brown Ballroom in the Bone Student Center.
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies marks 50th anniversary with historic exhibit
The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program is celebrating its 50th anniversary this spring with a retrospective exhibit from Illinois State University’s archives.
Targeted Search Announced for Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Position
President Aondover Tarhule has announced a targeted search for the role of Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. Dr. Ani Yazedjian is the nominee and will host a Campus Open Forum on Thursday, April 25, at 11 a.m., in Old Main, Bone Student Center.
Spring 2024 Commencement, May 10-11
Illinois State University’s spring commencement will be held in five ceremonies with two on Friday, May 10, and three on Saturday, May 11, in CEFCU Arena. Each of these ceremonies will include the student processional, speeches from University officials, and students receiving their diploma cover as they cross the commencement stage when their name is read. Friday,
Redbird Esports to host inaugural Missouri Valley Conference Esports Championships
On Thursday, April 11, the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) named Illinois State University as the host site for the first MVC Esports finals.
Students embrace civic engagement through Bring it Back to Normal event
Nearly 40 Illinois State University students rolled up their sleeves on Friday, April 12, to give back to their campus and local community during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal (BIBTN) service event.
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Artificial intelligence will … change the world
Illinois State experts weigh in on the importance of learning about the advantages of, and working with artificial intelligence.
Deeper meaning: Ciphers reveal more than hidden messages
Dr. Katherine Ellison unlocks literary history by deciphering the messages hidden in encrypted writing.
Director of Disaster
Eric Hodges fosters campus preparedness as director of Emergency Management.