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Bringing the ‘Magic of Musicals’ to the stage

Gamma Phi Circus choreographers take the show to new heights

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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.

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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,

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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.

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Research Symposium celebrates ISU’s student scholars

The Illinois State University Research Symposium showcased the scholarship of more than 350 graduate and undergraduate students April 12 in the Bone Student Center.

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ISU forms committee to explore responsible use of artificial intelligence

Illinois State University has formed the Committee on the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence to create a strategic plan concerning the ethical usage of AI and to collaboratively address its increasing prevalence and adoption.

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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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Melinda Fischer has been integral to the development of college softball

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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.

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Deeper meaning: Ciphers reveal more than hidden messages

Dr. Katherine Ellison unlocks literary history by deciphering the messages hidden in encrypted writing.

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Director of Disaster

Eric Hodges fosters campus preparedness as director of Emergency Management.

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Bring it Back to Normal

Nearly 40 Illinois State University students volunteered their time on Friday, April 12, during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal service event. Here a volunteer assists tagging trees in the Fell Arboretum.
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Bring it Back to Normal

Nearly 40 Illinois State University students volunteered their time on Friday, April 12, during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal service event. Here volunteers at Home Sweet Home Ministries prep a garden and help set up the food co-op.
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Bring it Back to Normal

Nearly 40 Illinois State University students volunteered their time on Friday, April 12, during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal service event. Here volunteers assist tagging trees in the Fell Arboretum.
A student plants a tree

Bring it Back to Normal

Nearly 40 Illinois State University students volunteered their time on Friday, April 12, during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal service event. Here volunteers at Home Sweet Home Ministries prep a garden and help set up the food co-op.
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Bring it Back to Normal

Nearly 40 Illinois State University students volunteered their time on Friday, April 12, during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal service event. Here volunteers assist tagging trees in the Fell Arboretum.
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Five questions with Dr. McLoddy Kadyamusuma, chair of Communication Sciences and Disorders

As chair of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Illinois State University, McLoddy Kadyamusuma prides himself on empowering students to help people communicate.
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Alum teams with college basketball legend Dick Vitale and his ‘young heroes’ to take on pediatric cancer with new book

Basketball icon Dick Vitale’s new book, “Until My Last Breath: Fighting Cancer With My Young Heroes,” is co-written by Scott Gleeson ’11.
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MasterChef winner Christine Ha celebrates differences during Asian and Disability Awareness Cultural Dinner

Christine Ha, a blind chef whose parents immigrated from Vietnam, embraces her personal identities like the ingredients for a deliciously unique recipe.
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This month in Illinois State University history: April

From the connection between one of Illinois State’s greatest pitchers and one of baseball’s best hitters to the roots of Arbor Day, historian Tom Emery explores this month in ISU history.
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President Tarhule talks challenges, opportunities, and hats

In this episode of Redbird Buzz, President Aondover Tarhule shares what the first few weeks of his presidency have looked like and how he hopes to create a legacy at the University.