How we met: Katherine Priore and Dan Hogan

Katherine Priore and Dan Hogan

When Katherine Priore ’07 and Dan Hogan ’08 met through mutual friends—Brenda Houy ’07 and Kevin Shoemaker—they had no idea their friendship would become a lifelong love affair.

How we met: Harlan Bliss and Mozell Williams

Harlan Bliss and Mozell Williams

In 1943, Illinois State welcomed the U.S. Navy V-12 program to campus. University High School graduate Harlan Bliss decided to enlist and as a result, met the love of his life.

How we met: Jim Hoss and Karen Iggins

Hoss family poses at ISU

Jim Hoss ’80 and Karen Iggins ’79 met in 1977. Having mutual friends, they spent much of their time together. One activity they both enjoyed? Foosball.

How we met: Brad Melzer and Lauren Leggett

Brad Melzer and Lauren Leggett

They both love reflecting on their time at ISU, realizing that if they had not each chosen to attend the University, their childhood bond would not have been rekindled.

How we met: Rose Gassner and Joe Grimm

Rose Gassner and Joe Grimm

Rose Gassner and Joe Grimm, both 2011 alums, were freshmen when they met at Milner Library, unaware that their study session was a set-up by mutual friends.