Packback Books co-founders Kasey Gandham ’13 and Mike Shannon ’12 walked away from “Shark Tank” with a new investor: Mark Cuban.
Recap: How did Illinois State alums do on Shark Tank?
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Student’s Madam President book shows girls what they can be
Illinois State senior Jessie Garber is writing her own children’s book about a female president, so that her young readers can see all that they can become.
Student photos, tweets from Alternative Spring Break trips
Illinois State students did some amazing things during spring break last week, and thanks to a social media contest you can see for yourself all that they did.
Backing the ‘Birds: Couple’s steady support crosses three decades
Chuck and Gwen Yurieci were surprised to learn that they have financially supported Illinois State University for 31 consecutive years, making them among the most loyal of Redbird donors.
Video bloggers offer new look at Study Abroad trips
The video correspondents are part of a broader effort to beef up Study Abroad’s social media footprint, which includes the launch of an Instagram account and Pinterest page.
Gamma Phi Circus alum soars in Cirque du Soleil Vegas show
Have you ever been to one of Cirque du Soleil’s big shows in Las Vegas, where performers land impossibly precise stunts? For ISU alum Christopher Ries, that’s now just another day at the office.
Professor: Divergent movie hits dystopian nerve with teens
English Professor Jan Susina offers some insight into the popularity of dystopian young adult novels, and the excitement that the Chicago-based Divergent is creating.
Video: Redbird Chloe Nelson finds strength after family tragedy
Fans who watch Redbird women’s basketball player Chloe Nelson generally come away impressed by her wits and determination. What’s not immediately apparent is the strength in the face of tragedy that’s become a driving force for her.
ISU startup Packback to appear on Shark Tank TV show
A digital textbook rental company created by three young Illinois State alums while they were students will be featured on an upcoming episode of TV’s Shark Tank.
Alum ready for another season as White Sox radio host
Chris Rongey ’99, M.S. ’01, isn’t easily ruffled. For the last eight seasons as the radio host of the Chicago White Sox pregame and postgame shows, he has answered the calls of impetuous fans whose hopes, complaints, and delusional trade demands originate from a fan base that has witnessed its 2005 World Series team fade to also-rans.
