A great weekend of events planned to coincide with NFA tournament. The ISU Forensics Union will be hosting a reunion for alumni April 15-18. The reunion coincides with Illinois State hosting the National Forensic Association tournament. Several events are planned throughout the weekend for Debate and Speech/Individual Events alumni, with the official alumni reception on
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Planned giving at Illinois State
Introducing a New Family Tradition We all have favorite causes that we feel strongly about supporting. Find out how to communicate that passion to loved ones so that they understand, appreciate and continue our traditions of giving? Evolve: What Were You Born to Do? Find out how to reassess yourself, figure out your life plan
NBRC Newsletter March 2011
NBCTS Making a Difference- 2002 NBCT, Frank Tomaszkiewicz After serving active duty in the Navy and upon the completion of his un-dergraduate work on the GI Bill in 1974, Tomaszkiewicz began teaching at William Hadley Junior High School in Glen Ellyn, IL. While there, he designed an Art Technology instructional program that became the first Ca-reer
Special alumni seating available for Gamma Phi Circus
Bring your family and enjoy this great Sibling Weekend tradition. 7 p.m., Friday, April 15 1 and 7 p.m., Saturday, April 16 Redbird Arena Join in an annual Sibling Weekend tradition by taking part in the excitement when Gamma Phi Circus—the oldest collegiate circus in the nation—brings its home shows to the Redbird Arena! Be
TV host, authors, CFO to speak on campus
Spring Speaker Series will include topics of interest across genres. Irene Spencer 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 15; Milner Library Irene Spencer came from five generations of polygamy. As the second of 10 wives, she was the mother of 14 of her husband’s 58 children. Her story is chronicled in the book Shattered Dreams: My Life
Faculty member recognized for excellence in research
Project explores challenges of middle school teaching. The work of Steve Mertens within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction has been recognized by the University. He was chosen as the recipient of the 2010 Outstanding Research Initiative Award, which recognizes faculty who have demonstrated excellence in research early on in their careers. Mertens is engaged
Sohair Wastawy, Illinois State University Dean University Libraries
Former Library of Alexandria Chief Librarian interviewed by national media during recent Egypt crisis. Being a resource for news analysis in relation to Egypt came about because of my recent affiliation with the Library of Alexandria where I served as the Chief Librarian for the past 6 years (2004-2010). During my tenure there, I acted
Rugby celebrates 40th anniversary
Alumni from ISU team invited to participate in the reunion. ISU Rugby will be commemorating its 40th anniversary April 29-30. Along with connecting with fellow Rugby alumni, the reunion is an effort to raise $40,000 for the men’s and women’s Rugby programs at Illinois State. Reunion events include a golf outing at the ISU D.A.
Wondering about a professor or mentor?
Submit your suggestions for “Where Are They Now” 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.
Illinois State arriving in mailboxes
Magazine features a revitalized look. If you have not yet received your February issue of the alumni magazine, it will be arriving soon and with a new look. After a decade with the same format, the entire publication has been revitalized. Alums will especially be interested in the feature about Campus Dining Services, which has
