The night became known as the beer riot, and it’s still one of Illinois State’s most embarrassing episodes. It’s been 30 years, but it feels more like 300 given today’s thriving town-gown relationship.
Oral history of ISU’s beer riot, 30 years later
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Town-gown street signs boost Redbird pride across Normal
A new town-gown project means drivers in Normal will know exactly where they are—Redbird country.
Event churns up memories of New Friends of Old Time Music
Now, thanks to an alum who spent more than two years researching the group and its amazing roster of musical visitors, the New Friends of Old Time Music legacy will be front and center at a special event September 8 in Normal.
New University Galleries space coming to Uptown Normal
An agreement between Illinois State University and the town of Normal will bring a new art gallery to Uptown Normal.
Marketing students play name game for Uptown Station project
The Uptown Station work began with a request from Town of Normal Mayor Chris Koos and Town Manager Mark Peterson. They enlisted the marketing class to study the need to rename the proposed multimodal transportation center.
