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Volume 25 • Number 3 • Fall 2024
Slice of college: How pizza shaped the Redbird experience
Pizza has shaped the Illinois State experience for generations of Redbirds.
Team behind the team: Redbirds play starring roles behind the scenes for the Chicago Bulls
They’re not scoring points or dishing out assists, but Illinois State alumni play important parts in the success of the Windy City’s NBA franchise.
Homelessness to hope: Social work alum forms nonprofit to lift people out of poverty
Inspired by her own experience, a School of Social Work alum formed a nonprofit to help lift people out of poverty.
The indie rock stars of CTK: Professors build community by sharing wisdom gained on the road
Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin were early adopters of technology as bandmates. Now they’re leading faculty members in the School of Creative Technologies.
Being of service: A teacher and Army veteran inspires his students to honor those who died for their country
Le Roy High School teacher Brad Marcy ’09, M.S. ’17, engages students through the Good Cemeterian project.
FirstWord: Fall 2024
A message from Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule
University News briefs: Yazedjian named VP of Academic Affairs, provost
Dr. Ani Yazedjian was named vice president of Academic Affairs and provost after serving in the position in an acting role since February 2023.
Where are they now?: Nancy Lind
The professor emeritus of Politics and Government returned to her hometown of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, in 2020.
Tennis players serve teammates a taste of home
Illinois State’s successful women’s tennis team has an international flavor.
Athletics briefs: Collins earns Hall of Fame induction
Illinois State men’s basketball great Doug Collins ’73 was enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in August.
Redbird trivia: Fall 2024
Try your luck at our fall 2024 edition of Redbird trivia.
Where are they now?: Jeff Kellen ’11
Former Illinois State University men’s golfer Jeff Kellen ’11 competed in the PGA Championship last May.
Then and Now: Founders Day
Founders Day traditions endure during the the annual celebration of the University’s founding.
Pause for Applause: Fall 2024
Join us in applauding these accomplished Illinois State University alumni.
A Day in the Life: Students connect through sport clubs
Between 800-1,000 students participate in 26 club sports at Illinois State University.
Redbird alum’s career takes flight
Ashley Delhotal ’20 rerouted career plans on her way to becoming a pilot.
Redbird Legacy: A family tree with Redbirds on every branch
Owen Ritter ’24 is a budding branch on a family tree with deep Redbird roots.
Thanks to you: Scholarship support allows student to pursue community health passion
Danielle Edwards is making an impact on the health of the Bloomington-Normal community.
Class notes: Fall 2024
Keep up with what fellow alumni are doing in our class notes for the fall 2024 alumni magazine issue.
In memory: Fall 2024
In memory of Illinois State University alumni, faculty, and staff who have passed away.
