Join both the Central Illinois and Chicago Young Alumni Networks in the Redbird Hospitality Tent from 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. October 6. Connect with fellow Redbirds through one of these networks created with you in mind. It is a great way to stay engaged with Illinois State University, network with other young alumni, and help “Spread
Milner Library is celebrating Homecoming with an exhibit titled Re-Living the Celebration: A look back at the themes of ISU’s Homecoming. The exhibit began September 15 and will run until Wednesday, October 31. For 91 years Illinois State has celebrated Homecoming with a variety of themes covering popular music, movies, and dance crazes. Showcasing photographs,
Due to renovations at Hancock Stadium, parking and tailgating lots over Homecoming will be different from last year. Alumni Relations is providing a map for designated parking and tailgating areas. See the Homecoming map online. The map is also a guide to area road closures and free bus service that will take Homecoming fans around
Alumni and friends are invited to the Redbird Hospitality Tent (the largest tent in the Redbird Tent Zone) for complimentary Avanti’s Gondolas and snacks from 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. October 6. A cash bar will be available. Alumni who register at the tent will receive a limited edition, commemorative 2012 Homecoming pin. No registration required. The Redbirds
Two movies featuring the work of Illinois State alumni will be shown at the Normal Theater during Homecoming week. The Illinois State Homecoming Film Festival will take place Tuesday, October 2, and Wednesday. October 3. The films will start at 7 p.m. on both days. October 2: Talladega Nights (2006)—The world of NASCAR racing is
This 2001 update of Michael Frayn’s farce provides a backstage look at the production of a silly English sex comedy called “Nothing On.” In each of the play’s three acts we see the staging of Act One of “Nothing On” – first during a flub-filled dress rehearsal, then six months later as the cast’s romantic
As part of a subcontract from Infinitec made possible through a grant from the Illinois State Board of Education, Brian Wojcik and Karen Douglas produced the Illinois Assistive Technology Guidance Manual. The manual’s development was informed through a series of focus groups across Illinois, a review of assistive technology documents from all 50 states, and a
Welcome to the second year of the Accomplished Teacher Monthly (ATM). The purpose of this monthly newsletter is to promote the 5th Core Proposition of the National Board ‐ “Teachers are members of Learning Communities.” The audience is you, our NBCTs and candidates. Each month I hope to continue to share activities and lessons that
Can’t join us on campus for Homecoming this year? Participate virtually! Let us know how you “Get Your Groove On” during Homecoming week by submitting your Redbird-spirited photos to win prizes. Two winners will be selected to receive an Illinois State tumbler, key chain and T-shirt. One grand prize winner will be selected to receive a
Calling all Presidential Scholars! Did you know the Presidential Scholars Program is 25 years old? The Honors Program is kicking off its year of celebration at Homecoming this fall. On Saturday, October 6, there will be a special continental breakfast just for Presidential Scholars and their guests at the Honors office at 7:30 a.m. You
