The May issue of the University’s alumni magazine, Illinois State, has delivered and is now available online. Check out the story behind Jane Lynch, the star of Glee who graduated with a theatre degree in 1982. Other stories in this issue include a look at the recently opened Student Fitness Center and McCormick Hall; the
Category: Alumni
Business Week 2011 brought together Students, Alumni and Industry Partners
More than 2000 students, faculty, alumni, industry partners and guests participated in Business Week 2011 events. Here are some video highlights… http://www.youtu.be/vujIRfiBldY
Alum chosen Fulbright Scholars
Bill Gugerty, an Illinois State University Honors alumnus with his B.S./MPA and CPA from Aurora worked in his field for two years before moving to a nonprofit organization, serving on its Board of Directors as treasurer. Gugerty will travel to Moldova, where he will perform case study and comparative research of Moldovan microfinance institutions. He
Begin planning summer and Homecoming reunions
The Alumni Relations office has compiled a planning guide to assist alumni who are interested in coordinating a reunion. Whether the intent is to get together with former classmates or club members, this guide will make reunion planning easier. Simply visit www.Alumni.ilstu.edu/reunion for more information or contact alumni@IllinoisState.edu. Hard copies of the reunion planning guide
Alumni Association awards program now seeking nominations
Do you know of an alumnus who deserves to be recognized? Nominate the individual for an award! The Alumni Association awards program recognizes professional and service accomplishments of alumni. Award recipients will be honored on Founders Day in February of 2012. Nominations are due by May 31. Details and an online nomination form are available
Transcript orders available online
Illinois State offers an online transcript ordering service through the National Student Clearinghouse. To order visit www.registrar.ilstu.edu/transcripts. Select the link that says ‘login to Clearinghouse secure site’ and follow the ordering steps. The necessary form that will be provided can be sent directly to the Clearinghouse as an e-mail attachment. You can also print it
Summer time and Shakespeare
The annual Alumni Night at the Illinois Shakespeare Festival has been scheduled for Friday, July 29. The theatre will be reserved for alumni and their guests, who will enjoy a performance of Romeo and Juliet. One of the most well-known of Shakespeare’s works, Romeo and Juliet focuses on the story of two young and reckless
Redbirds make history with fourth-straight MVC title
Saturday’s victory comes as Illinois State’s 11th team title, and the first time a host school has won the championship since Bradley in 1996. Reposted from Illinois State Athletics. The Illinois State women’s golf team proved that three is not the magic number at the Weibring Golf Club Saturday, as the Redbirds over came the
Shakespeare’s legendary love story staged
Romeo and Juliet slated for annual alumni night The annual Alumni Night at the Illinois Shakespeare Festival has been scheduled for Friday, July 29. The theatre will be reserved for alumni and their guests, who will enjoy a performance of Romeo and Juliet. They sacrifice everything for their love—family, friends, and even their lives. If
Campus preparing for summer
Younger students find learning and fun at Illinois State The summer months are an active time at Illinois State, which provides a variety of educational and athletic opportunities for younger students. Registration is continuing for this summer’s activities, with offerings from the preschool level up through high school. College for Youth provides a variety of
