The parents of an Illinois State senior whose death last month sparked a nationwide “pay it forward” campaign were presented with his diploma.
Video: Michael Collins legacy honored with diploma, license plate
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Students unveil real products created for technology-business class
Illinois State MBA student Aniruddha Godbole wanted to solve a simple problem: How could he watch movies and scroll through Facebook on his smartphone without having to hold it in his hands and crane his neck?
Video: Advisor’s impact goes far beyond academics
When Kristin Reynolds transferred to Illinois State, the first person she really connected with on campus wasn’t another student, or even a professor. It was her academic advisor, Ryan Gray.
ISU helps diversity all-star cross identity borders, again and again
Even though Aric Faulkner is one of Illinois State’s diversity all-stars, what he’s discovered over and over again is that there’s always more to learn—about others, and about himself.
Photos: Best Illinois State shots from April 2014
Here is a look at the best photos of the Illinois State campus community on social media in April 2014.
9 things every new Illinois State grad should know
Before you leave campus, the Alumni Association wants to leave you with some quick tips on how to fully take advantage of your newfound status as a Redbird alum.
President Dietz: ‘Alumni are our best ambassadors’
One truth that Illinois State University President Larry Dietz has learned during his years in higher education is that it’s never a dull endeavor.
Extra innings: Softball legend gives back with Redbirds
Bill Dickson means a lot to the Redbird softball team. He’s their volunteer assistant coach. Corner infielding expert. Scorekeeper on the bench. Rules interpreter. Candy supplier. Pregame dance partner.
ISU graduation next step on Nigerian student’s unique journey
Subomi Aregbesola was born in Nigeria but moved to the U.S. in 2001 at age 10 after his family won the coveted visa lottery. He’ll graduate from Illinois State in May.
Alum acts as taxpayer watchdog in final days of US war in Afghanistan
A Department of Politics and Government alum is getting a close-up view of momentous changes in Afghanistan as the United States military plans to leave the country by the end of 2014 after 13 years of war.
