Already the holder of Illinois State track and field records, Brittany Smith ’12 became the world leader in shot put earlier this year.
Redbird Brittany Smith becomes world leader in shot put
Publication: Illinois State Magazine
Football season unites alumni cheering across the country
Don’t know of watch parties in your area? Contact Alumni Relations to see what is available now so you’re ready for the upcoming season.
Alum on a mission to change the future of fast food
In the nation’s battle against obesity, fast food carries the title of public enemy No. 1. A former McDonald’s executive, Mike Donahue ’80 is challenging that reality with LYFE Kitchen.
Where are they now: Virginia Owen
While an undergraduate studying mathematics and economics at Illinois State, Virginia Owen ’62 never envisioned she would return as faculty and make the University her home for more than three decades.
Redbird legacy: ‘Our home is definitely an ISU house’
Jackie (Lacke) Froelich transferred to campus in 1986, never envisioning how many Redbirds would eventually fill her family’s tree.
Redbird community mourns loss of baseball’s Dave Bergman
Former baseball All-American and 1980 Percy Family Illinois State Athletics Hall of Fame honoree Dave Bergman ’78 died in February at the age of 61.
Alumni magazine’s Then and Now Quiz results
Illinois State readers were asked in the November 2014 issue to answer the same set of questions about their time on campus. The response was overwhelming, allowing for a snapshot of specific eras.
#BacktheBirds at Homecoming 2015, October 19–25
With the theme of #BacktheBirds chosen, efforts are underway for this year’s Homecoming celebration. Plan now to visit campus October 19–25.
Alumna to represent Illinois at Mrs. United States competition
Toby (Ford) Atkinson ’05 is a wife, mom and working professional. As Mrs. Illinois, she is also the proud representative of other women who juggle multiple roles.
Thanks to you: Focused on ISU’s people and programs
Illinois State alumnus Gene Jontry pays attention to details. His meticulous form at the free throw line sealed a 94 percent free throw average, a Redbird record that still stands.
