Jessica Rau is cofounder and field liaison officer for McDonald’s Young Professionals Network. She sits on ISU’s College of Business Marketing Advisory Board.
Outstanding Young Alumni Award: Jessica Rau
Category: Alumni
Senator John W. Maitland Jr. Commitment to Education Award: Willie Brown
Willie Brown began his career at State Farm in 1971 before completing a business administration degree. He worked there until 2009, retiring as senior executive vice president.
E. Burton Mercier Alumni Service Award: Ronald Williams
Formerly with the Department of Defense, Ronald Williams was a member of the U.S delegation to the Third Review Conference of the Biological Weapons Convention during the Gulf War.
E. Burton Mercier Alumni Service Award: Kathleen Hogan
Kathleen Hogan served Mennonite College of Nursing for 30 years. Under her direction, the college became the first single-purpose, upper-division bachelor of science nursing program in the country accredited by the National League for Nursing.
ISU looking for alumni who played club sports
There are 30 sport clubs, all established and run by students through Campus Recreation. Some have been in existence since the 1960s and 1970s.
Capture your Redbird pride when traveling
From tropical beaches to famous landmarks or maybe even a family reunion, Redbirds are gearing up to roam during the upcoming summer months. Don’t forget to take along your ISU red!
Alumni invited to Shakespeare event, July 19
The annual Alumni Night at the Illinois Shakespeare Festival is July 19. Seating will be reserved for alumni and their guests, who will enjoy a performance of “Much Ado About Nothing.”
Alumni Award nominations due May 31
Each year the Illinois State University Alumni Association recognizes individuals who personify the University’s tradition as an environment for excellence. Established in 1971 with just one award, the program has grown to five award categories.
Kal Penn to headline Indian Cultural Dinner
Actor, producer and White House aide Kal Penn will be the speaker for the Indian Cultural Dinner at 5 p.m.,Tuesday, April 22, at Illinois State University’s Brown Ballroom in the Bone Student Center.
Black and Latino Male Summit looks to Meeting of the MINDS
Faculty and staff are invited to take part in Illinois State University’s Black and Latino Male Summit on Sunday, April 27. The all-day conference will run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Bone Student Center.
