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President Dr. Larry H. Dietz spring cover image at table

Time to reflect: As he approaches retirement, President Larry Dietz exudes an attitude of gratitude for opportunities to serve at Illinois State. His career in higher education spanned 50 years.

Volume 21 • Number 3 • Spring 2021

Raising up Redbirds

Throughout his presidency, Dr. Larry Dietz often described Illinois State as strong and stable.

It’s time to talk

Change begins with a conversation. Let’s get started.

Sandy Shelton, regional manager for Barnes & Noble College.

Retail redux: Alum embraces the shift in shopping

Sandy Shelton would seem to have reason to worry. The 1990 Family and Consumer Sciences graduate has built her career in retail operations, gaining expertise in marketing, profit and loss management, and operations while overseeing millions in merchandise for some of the nation’s most successful retail chains.