While such moments are often devastating to musicians and band directors, they cause no panic for Carl Thacker, who runs Illinois State’s instrument repair shop.
Photos: Inside Look at ISU instrument repair shop
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Alums score big in the business of sports
Illinois State’s sports pantheon is larger than Doug Collins, or any other student-athlete. Here’s a look at Illinois State’s all-star roster of alums who’ve found off-the-field success in sports.
Alum’s documentary shines light on Rwandan refugees’ plight
Editor’s note: This story was originally published on the STATEside campus blog in April 2013. In 1994, Hutu extremists within and outside of the Rwandan government and tens of thousands of collaborators slaughtered an estimated 800,000 Tutsis and fellow Hutus during a genocidal campaign that lasted about 100 days. The genocide only ended when a
At crossroads, Speech and Hearing Clinic looks to grow
Its leaders say the clinic, on the second floor of Fairchild Hall/Rachel Cooper, is at a turning point, as they modernize its billing system to treat more patients while also expanding services and beefing up marketing efforts.
Avanti’s shares long history with Illinois State alumni
As Illinois State’s Alumni Association marks 150 years, few memories resonate quite like Avanti’s. The Italian restaurant’s 42-year history is deeply intertwined with Illinois State University.
Bowman retires with a legacy of exceptional leadership
As Al Bowman prepares to depart from the Illinois State presidency, he too has a significant footnote that will forever serve as an indicator of his decade at the University’s helm: There is universal lament for his departure.
Early glass program grad becomes pioneering artist
Early glass program graduate Jack Schmidt is still a pioneering artist today.
Office star Craig Robinson got Hollywood start at ISU
Welcome to the wild comic world of television and Silver Screen actor Craig Phillip Robinson—the ISU music major who discovered his natural gift for comedy.
Illinois State helps fuel the wind energy revolution
At the center of the state’s vibrant wind energy industry is Illinois State, whose students, researchers and alumni are shaping wind developments and related public policy issues around the country.
Disney Connection: Artist alum walks in footsteps of ‘Uncle Walt’
Chris Chapman, a 2003 alumnus, is the global creativity and innovation director for the $40 billion-a-year Walt Disney Company global empire.
