Milner Library, in collaboration with campus and community partners, will hold a variety of events in conjunction with the Pressing Plants exhibit.
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Tag: history
Did you miss The Backstory of the Bird?
Did you miss University Archivist April Anderson and mascot Reggie Redbird as they talked about the history of Reggie’s family here at Illinois State?
Summer 2016 faculty-led study abroad programs announced
The Office of International Studies and Programs is thrilled to announce the launch of 19 faculty-led program offerings for summer 2016.
Vintage photographs bring scene of the crime to life in Milner Library
Chicago Tribune photo editors Marianne Mather and Robin Daughtridge will discuss their work compiling photographs for the “Gangsters & Grifters” publication during an Illinois State visit.
Your alumni memories from 1984’s beer riot
In the August issue of Illinois State’s alumni magazine, we published an oral history of what’s known as the “beer riot.” We also asked for our alumni readers to submit their own memories from the episode.
The Great War marks 100 years
This summer marks the 100th anniversary of World War I. Professor of History Ross Kennedy takes a look at the tinder of Europe that led to that fatal spark of war, and the newer theories about the coming of World War I. (No, it was not all Germany’s fault.)
Alumnus joins students in outreach to Uganda
Matthew Clifford has a passion for giving back and an interest in global events, which is not surprising given his work as an international studies teacher.
Reintroducing Indian history to campus
While many American universities focus heavily on U.S. and European history, courses on the history of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and other areas are becoming increasingly important. Sudipa Topdar, an assistant professor in Illinois State University’s Department of History, teaches courses on the history of the Indian subcontinent. “Teaching South Asian history is more
