Written by Shelley Singler, Daily Vidette Staff Writer Wednesday, 13 October 2010 Students in Aysen Bakir’s integrated marketing communications class are participating in a competition with 24 other schools to create awareness and a campaign for the Chevy Campus promotions program. The students are creating a campaign and awareness for Camaro, Equinox, Malibu and the
Category: Colleges
Illinois State makes gains in national rankings
The University moved up in its overall ranking among “America’s Best Colleges” and improved in several criteria used to determine the annual U.S. News & World Report rankings. The magazine released its annual report in August. Illinois State moved to 156 in the “Best National Universities” category, up from 162 in last year’s ranking. The
College of Fine Arts inaugural Hall of Fame announced
As part of the College of Fine Arts 40th anniversary celebration during Homecoming, members of the college’s inaugural Hall of Fame were introduced. Learn about by visiting the Fine Arts web site.
University Galleries presents 2010 Alumni Spectacular
University Galleries is hosting the 2010 Alumni Spectacular, which is an open-entry exhibition of work by arts and arts technology alumni who attended Illinois State since the 1940s. Although there are many works by artists who received bachelor’s or master’s degrees at Illinois State, neither a degree in studio art nor a diploma was a
Social work celebrates anniversary
The University’s School of Social Work is celebrating its 30th anniversary as an accredited social work program. The school advances the mission of the social work profession through education for excellence in generalist (BSW) and specialized (MSW) practice, with a particular commitment to outreach to the poor, the disenfranchised, and the vulnerable. The School of
American Bar Association approves ISU’s Legal Studies Program
The American Bar Association (ABA) has granted approval to the University’s Legal Studies Program. The ABA endorsement enhances the profile of the Legal Studies Program at the regional and national level, and makes graduates more competitive in an increasingly tough job market. “This would not have been possible without the dedication and tireless effort of
Alumni Spotlight Video – Mark Thorndyke
Merrill Lynch’s Mark Thorndyke ’85 (FIN) was named one of America’s top 1,000 financial advisors by Barron’s magazine for the past two years. Learn the story behind his success. It takes just 3 minutes to be inspired, enlightened and entertained. Click here to see the array of career paths taken by College of Business graduates
Integrated Marketing Communications Career Night
Six industry professionals will offer their perspectives during a panel discussion on Monday, October 4th from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in COB 357. Panel members are: Anna Frazier – Sr. Media Consultant, Tribune Media Group Jim Flynn – President & CEO, Hult Fritz Matuszak Brad Ledford – Assistant AD – Marketing & Promotions, Illinois State Athletics Allison
College of Business Alumni Network Tailgate
College of Business alumni, partners, faculty and staff, join us between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 16 for our 2010 tailgate before the Homecoming game. It is a relaxed way to: Remain engaged with College of Business and Illinois State University Meet other Redbird professionals who share similar interests This free event
Special Education Assistive Technology (SEAT) Center Annual Report 2009
VISION The vision of the SEAT Center is to be: A national and international center of excellence where partnerships advance the knowledge and practice of assistive technology, enhancing teaching, learning, and living. MISSION The mission of the SEAT Center is further clarified in its mission statement that includes four facets: To be a: • Center