Civil Service January Spotlight: Jeffrey Ridinger

Jeffrey Ridinger

The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Milner Library Head of Access Services, Jeffrey Ridinger.

Illinois State closed as of noon on Monday, January 22, 2024

aerial shot of campus covered in snow

Illinois State University will be closing as of noon on Monday, January 22, 2024, due to extreme weather conditions. All classes (in-person, hybrid, and online) that began at noon or after are cancelled, including evening classes. Residence halls, dining centers and the University Police Department will remain open.  All other University buildings will be closed.

Dr. T.Y. Wang quoted by CNN

Dr. T.Y. Wang

Dr. T.Y. Wang, University Professor and Chair of Politics and Government, was quoted by CNN on Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election.

Research award winners for 2023-2024 announced

President Tarhule speaking at the ORGS Research Awards Event

Illinois State University announced the winners of the Outstanding University Researcher and the Outstanding University Creative Activity awards. Also honored are the winners of the Research Initiative Awards and the Creative Activity Initiative Awards. Recipients for these awards are selected from competitive pools of candidates.