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Bright idea: ISU outreach programs are finding fun ways to deliver STEM lessons to children across Illinois.

Volume 4 • Number 1 • Spring 2021

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Making STEM fun: Noyce scholars host online science workshops for children during the pandemic

Illinois State Noyce Scholars used fun activities to teach middle school-age children STEM lessons last summer as part of an online series organized by the Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology and the University of Illinois Extension Office.

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New strategic plan leads to name change and advisory board

Based on recommendations from their new strategic plan, the Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning is beginning the 2021 calendar year with a new name—the Center for Civic Engagement.

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Campus hero: Dr. Shamaine Bertrand

Dr. Shamaine Bertrand, an assistant professor of Elementary Education, is the campus hero for the spring issue of Redbird Impact magazine.

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Wellness plan: Researching how to keep kids healthy

An ISU research team has been helping Bloomington School District 87 develop a wellness plan to get students moving more, eating better, and focusing on their mental health.

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Multicultural Center

Multicultural Center opening bolsters campus community, student belonging

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Redbirds together: ISU helps vaccinate campus community against COVID-19

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Redbird golfers and Folds of Honor recognize veteran and his family

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Sustainable and renewable energy majors work to bring Solar Cup to Illinois State

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Homecoming Spotlight: Kelby Cumpston ’13, sociology and economics

Day in the life: Student Body President Lauren Harris continues to lead

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ISU student works with Redbird alum’s company to keep waterways clean

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Illinois State student Raquel Armas receives National Council of Teachers of English Cultural Diversity Grant

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Shot of hope: MCN students volunteer to administer COVID-19 vaccines

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Illinois State University receives national Voter Friendly Campus designation

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Spring 2021

Volume 4 • Number 1 • Spring 2021

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Fall 2020

Volume 3 • Number 2 • Fall 2020

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Spring 2020

Volume 3 • Number 1 • Spring 2020

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