Illinois State University is requesting nominations for candidates for the Honorary Degree. Honorary degrees may be awarded by Illinois State University in recognition of persons who have achieved a record of major distinction at the state or national level in education, public service, literature, business, fine arts, or other professions.
When Reagen Tibbs graduates during Illinois State’s winter commencement ceremony on December 16, he walks away with a master’s degree in Agribusiness and a host of lessons that will illuminate his career and personal life.
If you’re a Redbird about to graduate or an Illinois State alum seeking a full-time position or career change, Career Services can help you succeed.
Joshua Thomas will cross the CEFCU Arena stage to receive his undergraduate diploma from Illinois State University on Saturday, December 17.
Discover how Career Services can assist you after graduation and beyond.
Prior to commencement, four Illinois State seniors reflected on the importance of scholarships, donor support, their own personal success, post-graduation plans, and how they would describe the impact of private support in one word.
During the first weekend of May, more than 4,000 Illinois State University students will receive a baccalaureate or graduate degree and will transition from student to alumni.
Career Services provides a variety of support to assist Redbirds in their job search and careers.
Former Illinois State baseball star Neal Cotts was one of those student-athletes fortunate enough to land in that two percent. After three stellar seasons on the diamond for the Redbirds, Cotts was drafted No. 69 overall by the Oakland Athletics in the second round of the 2001 draft. He went on to pitch in Major League Baseball with the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, Texas Rangers, Milwaukee Brewers and Minnesota Twins.
Robert Maske’s ’59, ’60 life was nothing short of charming. Maske tells the Graduate School about his time at Illinois State Normal University. He graduated with his master’s in Industrial Education in June 1960.
