How we met: Tina Fabley and Mark Chase

Tina (Fabley) and Mark Chase

Tina (Fabley) ’79 and Mark Chase ’78 took a trip to Oahu, Hawaii, this year to mark their 40th wedding anniversary and to celebrate a romance that began on Illinois State’s campus.

Redbird legacy: Daughter follows in mom’s footsteps

Katharine ’17, left, and Susan Woollen, M.S. ’06, Ph.D. ’15, are one of many Redbird legacy families that share a connection to Illinois State.

With her mother a dual graduate of Illinois State and employed at the University, Katharine Woollen ’17 knew what to expect when she decided to attend ISU. She was so certain of her decision to be a Redbird that Katharine did not apply to any other university.

Doug Collins back with Bulls

Doug Collins

Legendary Redbird basketball player Doug Collins ’73 is actively involved in the NBA again with his new position as senior advisor of basketball operations for the Chicago Bulls. He coached the team for three seasons in the 1980s.

Former football standout nominee for Hall of Fame

Boomer Grigsby '07 playing football for Redbirds

One of the most celebrated players in Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) history while at ISU, Boomer Grigsby ’07 is now among 173 past collegiate players nominated for the 2018 College Football Hall of Fame.