In memory of Illinois State University alumni, faculty, and staff who have passed away.
In memory: Fall 2024
Publication: Illinois State Magazine
Slice of college: How pizza shaped the Redbird experience
Pizza has shaped the Illinois State experience for generations of Redbirds.
Homelessness to hope: Social work alum forms nonprofit to lift people out of poverty
Inspired by her own experience, a School of Social Work alum formed a nonprofit to help lift people out of poverty.
The indie rock stars of CTK: Professors build community by sharing wisdom gained on the road
Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin were early adopters of technology as bandmates. Now they’re leading faculty members in the School of Creative Technologies.
Team behind the team: Redbirds play starring roles behind the scenes for the Chicago Bulls
They’re not scoring points or dishing out assists, but Illinois State alumni play important parts in the success of the Windy City’s NBA franchise.
Athletics briefs: Collins earns Hall of Fame induction
Illinois State men’s basketball great Doug Collins ’73 was enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in August.
Redbird trivia: Fall 2024
Try your luck at our fall 2024 edition of Redbird trivia.
Where are they now?: Jeff Kellen ’11
Former Illinois State University men’s golfer Jeff Kellen ’11 competed in the PGA Championship last May.
University News briefs: Yazedjian named VP of Academic Affairs, provost
Dr. Ani Yazedjian was named vice president of Academic Affairs and provost after serving in the position in an acting role since February 2023.
Redbird Legacy: A family tree with Redbirds on every branch
Owen Ritter ’24 is a budding branch on a family tree with deep Redbird roots.
