On paper, Krista DeCeault’s freshman year as a Redbird runner was tremendous. She led Illinois State to its first conference championship in years, and she came in first place almost every race she ran in. Privately, it was her darkest hour.
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Ag alum found his future at Illinois State after fleeing Cuba
When Marcos Fernandez ’80 and his family left Cuba in 1963, they did so looking for opportunities that couldn’t be found under the Communist regime of the island nation. The opportunity they most valued was education.
End of an era: Rambo House demolition completed
More than eight decades later, the building that became Rambo House no longer stands. Demolition work was completed during the fall semester.
Illinois State’s most popular videos of 2015
Two videos featuring a special surprise from Reggie Redbird were among Illinois State University’s Top 10 most-viewed videos of 2015.
Illinois State’s Top 10 most-read posts from 2015
STATEside tries to capture unique stories about our students, alumni, and University wherever they exist. Here are our Top 10 most-read posts from 2015.
ISU students add musical touch to presidential events
Illinois State School of Music pianists perform at presidential events in the University Residence.
Best photos, tweets from Illinois State’s winter commencement 2015
See the best photos and tweets shared during Illinois State University’s 2015 winter commencement ceremonies.
Football player to go from FCS playoff game to graduation
Football player Teddy Corwin will be graduating from Illinois State Saturday morning about 12 hours after he plays in the Redbirds’ FCS playoff game against Richmond.
82-year-old ISU student leaves behind legacy of learning
Before her death last August, Rona Loeb attended classes at Illinois State University for 33 years across 68 semesters as part of her lifelong quest to keep learning.
The year in photos: Illinois State in 2015
2015 was a turbulent year at Illinois State, from the highs of Frisco to the lows of April’s plane crash. Here’s a look back at 2015, as seen by our university photographer and her student staff.