Since publishing a panel Q&A with 10 of Reggie’s former “helpers,” we heard from more. Here are a few of their stories.
Stories from the suit: More mascot memories celebrate ‘100 years of Redbirds’
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What’s it like to be Reggie Redbird?: Reggie’s former “helpers” take us under their wing
Being Illinois State University’s No. 1 fan is a lot of work. Luckily, Reggie Redbird has some help.
ISU launches fifth annual Birds Give Back: Five years of impact
The fifth annual Birds Give Back, Illinois State University’s day of giving, will be Thursday, February 23, during Redbird Philanthropy Week with a goal to receive 3,000 gifts in support of Redbird initiatives.
Full day of football family fun set for April 13
A long offseason of lifting weights, training and four-plus weeks of spring practice will come to an end when fans have an opportunity to see the new-look Redbirds at the annual Spring Showcase at Hancock Stadium.
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?
Video: Reggie surprises future Redbirds
This fall future Redbirds are finding out if they’ve been admitted to Illinois State University for next year. For four lucky students, Reggie Redbird came to deliver the good news personally.
Celebrate Homecoming at Reggie’s Tailgate, October 24
Reggie Redbird invites you to have fun after the parade and before the big game at his Homecoming Tailgate Saturday, October 24, starting at 11:30 a.m.
Reggie Redbird history on display at Milner Library
To celebrate ISU’s Homecoming this month, the ISU Archives has installed a new exhibit on the first floor of Milner Library that showcases some great historic mascot ephemera and memorabilia. Visitors to the exhibit will also get to see the retired feathers of their favorite mascot on full display.
ISU football pep rally set for September 11
Illinois State University will have a pep rally Friday, September 11, in preparation for the first home football game of the season the following day.
Back[story] of the Bird
From the Fighting Pedagogs to the Cardinals to the Redbirds—join Archivist April Anderson and Reggie at Milner Library Plaza on October 23 for a lesson in the history of Illinois State’s mascot.
