Illinois State professor Dr. Kathryn Sampeck’s research focuses on a sweet subject with a not-so-sweet history.
Money growing on trees: Illinois State professor’s research unwraps the complicated history of chocolate
Publication: Features
Gladly helping and healing: how an alum is reconfiguring the future of women’s health care
Dr. Taiwo Durowade ’09 is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist who has shaped her practice into one with a singular focus: preventive health.
What’s it like to be Reggie Redbird?: Reggie’s former “helpers” take us under their wing
Being Illinois State University’s No. 1 fan is a lot of work. Luckily, Reggie Redbird has some help.
Fresh perspective: Ash Ebikhumi gives a voice to current students through his service to Illinois State’s Board of Trustees
One of the newest members of Illinois State’s Board of Trustees is junior political science major Ash Ebikhumi, the latest in a long line of students to serve on the University’s governing body.
Unlocking language: Illinois State’s Deaf education program ensures access to education
Teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing are in high demand, and Illinois State University is the only university in Illinois that still has a teacher of Deaf education program, which offers licensure for pre-kindergarten through age 21.
Child’s play: Dr. Sarah Gerson ’06 investigates the science behind children’s social and emotional learning
Illinois State alum and developmental psychologist uses dolls to investigate children’s learning.
Forging a path: An international business program in Panama is expanding Illinois State’s footprint
When Zaché Alvarado ’22 was in high school in Panama, she dreamed of studying business at an American university.
By the numbers: Data drives national economist’s advocacy
As the first Black woman to serve as the U.S. Department of Labor’s chief economist, alumna Janelle Jones found a national stage in her push for equity.
Going for gold: Ties between Illinois State, Special Olympics remain strong
Illinois State University has been home to Illinois Special Olympics since 1977.
Deep thoughts: Renowned Redbird scholar Dr. Paul Garris studies the brain and helps students expand theirs
An Illinois State faculty member since 1995, Garris has investigated the role of dopamine in the brain for nearly three decades, specifically as it relates to Parkinson’s disease and drugs of abuse.
