FUNDING FOR 750 CANDIDATES The National Board Resource Center is excited to announce that Illinois will now be able to fund 750 candidates for the 2012-2013 cycle. This funding is intended only for candidate applications and will generate a positive impact for the expansion of NBCTs in Illinois. Thanks to the dedication and commitment of
Category: Alumni
Alumni Videos – Sarah Loomis ’05
Caterpillar Inc. has offered Sarah Loomis ’05 leadership opportunities and international experiences she only dreamed of as a student, and it all began at a career fair at Illinois State University. Learn more about her exciting journey and the advice she has to share.
February issue of Illinois State available online
If you have not yet received your February issue of the alumni magazine, it will be arriving soon. It is already available online at IllinoisState.edu/Magazine. Avid sports fans remember when the U.S. basketball team lost by one point to the Russians in the 1972 Olympics. The moment was excruciating for team member Doug Collins ’73,
Share your good news
New job? New marriage? New baby? Share your news with your fellow Redbirds by submitting a class notes update. Information submitted will be considered for publication in the quarterly alumni magazine, Illinois State. Submit your information today! Alumni.IllinoisState.edu/Alumni/UpdateInfo
Carnival event planned for Sibling Weekend
Members of the Student Alumni Council will be sponsoring a special carnival beginning at noon prior to Gamma Phi’s 1 p.m. Saturday matinee show on April 21. This Sibling Weekend event is open to everyone with a ticket to the matinee show. The carnival will include games, inflatables, and prizes for all ages. For more
Academy of Seniors spring sessions announced
A variety of topics have been planned for this spring’s calendar of Academy of Seniors and Mornings with the Professors sessions. Registration is open for alumni of all ages. All sessions are held at the Alumni Center at 1101 North Main Street in Normal. Registration and additional details on session descriptions, cost, dates, and times are available
Feedback sought on university’s strategic plan
Take a few minutes to share your thoughts and ideas regarding Educating Illinois. An ISU task force is collecting constituent opinions via an online survey, which can be found at Survey.IllinoisState.edu/FinanceAndPlanning/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=m2KJ977. This is an important opportunity to lend your insights to the overall process of drafting the next version of the University’s strategic plan. The survey will
Wondering about a professor or mentor?
One of the most memorable aspects of the Illinois State University experience is the opportunity to connect with faculty and staff who become mentors and friends. Alumni from all generations can remember someone from campus who invested in their future and made a difference in their life. Reconnecting with that person is a thrill for
Campus community pauses to celebrate legacy
Each February at Illinois State is marked by a campus celebration of the University’s history. Founders Day is a time to reflect on the humble beginnings of Illinois State Normal University in 1857, as well as the institution’s growth over time. This year’s events, held on February 16, were no exception. From the bell ringing
Share memories of Feeney/Southside dining center
As the University prepares for the upcoming closure of Feeney (Southside) Dining Center, the Campus Dining staff is collecting memories and stories from those who dined or worked in the facility in its 50-plus year history. Please take a moment to share your memories and stories by completing the online form at Survey.IllinoisState.edu/StudentAffairs/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=76KM9p3.
