Honors The American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) will honor the Illinois State University Department of Physics with the “The 5+ Club” award. The award, honoring those institutions that have graduated five or more physics teachers in a year, aims to recognize those who are combating the physics teacher shortage. Willard
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Pregame basketball reception at Loyola, January 31
Illinois State men’s basketball travels to the Windy City on January 31 to take on Missouri Valley Conference foe Loyola.
2015 Spring Speaker Series announced
The Speaker Series of Illinois State University will dedicate spring 2015 to talks that explore the politics behind the Hurricane Katrina disaster, lessons to take from World War I, the issues of being transgender, growing up in political exile and building a sustainable business culture.
Big Red Volleyball spreads awareness for National Heart Month, February 21
It’s not your average volleyball. It’s Big Red Volleyball! Be part of this active philanthropy February 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Fitness Center Sport Courts. Get active, spread awareness for National Heart Month, and raise funds for the American Heart Association.
Loyal Redbirds serve as Homecoming royalty
This year’s Homecoming was meaningful for Harriet (Gove) and Phares O’Daffer, who were alumni king and queen. The Bloomington couple met at ISU.
Arlene Hosea retirement reception
A retirement reception to honor Arlene Hosea will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, in the Old Main Room of the Bone Student Center.
Directors chosen for Alumni Association
There is new leadership within the Alumni Association following the annual meeting in June.
Milner Library offers services to graduates
Graduates are now able to connect with Milner Library research databases at no cost through the Alumni Association.
Distinguished Alumni Award: Carl Kasten
Carl Kasten’s involvement at ISU has included leadership roles with the Alumni Association Board of Directors and serving as a founder and member of ISU’s Attorneys Advisory Council.
Alumni Achievement Award: Jack Hartung
Chipotle was a privately held company with fewer than 200 restaurants when ISU alumnus Jack Hartung became chief financial officer in 2002.
