Tom Willmitch, the director of Illinois State University’s planetarium, looks at the history of Daylight Saving Time and why the idea of it may be “wonky.”
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War for the soul of America
In his new book, A War for the Soul of America: A History of the Culture Wars, Andrew Hartman explores the battle between conservatives and liberals for the national identity.
Research and Honors
Publications, presentation, performances and more from Illinois State faculty and staff.
Reactions: The long, strange journey to D.C. legalization
Washington, D.C. joined the 23 states with laws that allow recreational or medical marijuana. Professor of Criminal Justice Ralph Weisheit looks at what makes the D.C. law radically different than most.
ISU in the News
Hear Bruce Burningham on NPR’s Radiolab and the gourmet career of Arlene Hosea. Read about a new special collection for Milner Library, a new play opening from Kim Periera and more of Illinois State faculty and staff in the news.
Shekara to speak at art colloquium
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Honors Program Coordinator Archana Shekara will be the speaker for the School of Art Research Colloquium at noon Tuesday, March 3, at University Galleries.
Disability Awareness Cultural Dinner sold out
Actress and activist Marlee Matlin will speak at the Disability Awareness Cultural Dinner at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, in the Brown Ballroom.
Army Field Band, Chorus in concert March 3
The U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus will perform in concert at 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, in Illinois State University’s Center for the Performing Arts Concert Hall. Admission is free, but tickets are required.
School for Wives runs until March 6
The Illinois State University School of Theatre and Dance will present School for Wives, by nineteenth century French playwright Molière, beginning Thursday, Feb. 26 and running through Friday, March 6, in the University’s Westhoff Theatre.
Biologist to explore ‘friendly fire’ of immune system
Andrea Graham from Princeton University will explore the “friendly fire” of our bodies’ immune systems for the annual Rilett Lecture Series.