Illinois State students back on campus this fall will have a new, sustainable way to charge their devices, thanks to the Student Sustainability Committee.
Bone’s new solar picnic table boosts campus sustainability
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Arboretum buzz grows with curator’s new tree walks
Patrick Murphy is curator of the Fell Arboretum, which includes 490 acres, thousands of trees, and more than 154 species across campus. His walks are providing a new view of campus.
Illinois State helps teachers get smarter about electricity grid
The Center for Renewable Energy at Illinois State University received a $450,000 grant to train K-12 teachers through the Smart Grid for Schools program.
Illinois State sets fundraising record with $19.5 million total
A pair of seven-figure individual gift commitments plus another increase in alumni donors added up to Illinois State’s largest fundraising year ever, totaling $19.5 million.
Video: Alumni return to Illinois State for New Teacher Conference
Illinois State’s first New Teacher Conference was a day for reunion, reflection, and growth for beginning educators who have completed their first or second year in the field.
Alum takes Facebook business story international
Illinois State grad Joe Benarroch partners with PR managers around the world to share stories with the press of how Facebook helps advertisers connect with all of the people who matter.
Video: Preview guides help new Redbirds feel at home
Connor Bowman knows how hard it can be to make the transition from high schooler to college student. Now he’s helping the next generation of Redbirds as a Preview Guide.
Get moving with group fitness classes
Group fitness classes are a great way to add variety and motivation into your workout. Our #BirdofMouth student bloggers recaps her favorites.
Diversity events on campus
At Illinois State, we are proud of our diverse student body. Every day, Redbirds grow by meeting and learning about new people, places, and cultures!
Photos: Associate dean paints what’s beneath the stereotype
Associate Dean of Students Rick Lewis plans to complete 20 portraits of 20 young African-American men for an exhibition next year, an ambitious return to painting for the School of Art alumnus.
