For most students, attending college is at least partly an effort to prepare themselves for a successful career. With that in mind, it makes sense it makes sense to consider how well the school will help your student accomplish that goal.
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How to tell if a college will get your student where they want to go
Regardless of your particular list of priorities when deciding on the best college for your student, most agree on one goal—the outcome matters. Here are a few important pieces of information as your college-bound child contemplates the path ahead.
SoC connect graduate students to professional opportunities with yearly luncheon
In 2011, a School of Communication (SoC) graduate student made a recommendation to a faculty member for an event that would allow her cohort to create connections in Chicago. Eight years later, that annual event is a staple for SoC students and their post-graduate success. Every year, SoC Director of Field Experiences and Internships Thomas
Video: What is Transfer Day?
In this video, Corey Burgess, University College Orientation and Transition Services Coordinator at Illinois State, answers questions about what to expect from the Transfer Day Program and why it’s valuable.
Video: How can transfer students get involved at Illinois State?
In this video Dean of Students John Davenport answers questions about finding like-minded students, pursuing your passions, and becoming a part of the Redbird community.
Video: What to know about financial aid for transfer students
In this video, Cory Washington, a financial aid counselor at Illinois State, answers questions about what to expect when pursuing financial aid as a Redbird.
From the source: Why students choose Alternative Breaks
There are many reasons students choose to participate in Alternative Break. Hear from some current students on why they dove in and what they’ve gotten out of the experience.
What is Alternative Break? (And what can your college student get out of it?)
College students are taking advantage of school breaks to leave their mark on the world, develop skills, and make great friends thanks to Alternative Break.
Greek community dances for a good cause at March Madness
Each spring, the March Madness dance event brings fraternities and sororities at Illinois State together to raise money for a good cause.
How are college roommates paired?
College roommates are a big part of the college experience. But how does a university determine who your student will live with?