Illinois State University remains a financially sound institution in spite of a weak economy, dwindling state support for higher education and uncertainty over the financial impact of pension reform.
It will be an afternoon filled with the rich culture of India. The Festival of India will be 2:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, on the Illinois State University Quad. The event is free and open to the public.
Researchers at Illinois State University and the University of Denver are working to better understand how children learn spatial measurement concepts in mathematics and science. The study results will be used to further develop national standards for mathematics education.
Gov. Pat Quinn announced Friday that Illinois State University will receive a one-year $50,000 grant to lead the creation of an Energy Learning Exchange. The Exchange, a public-private partnership working toward advances in energy, will have the support of Illinois State’s Center for Mathematics, Science and Technology as well as the University’s Institute for Regulatory
Illinois State University again placed in the top 100 public universities in the nation, advancing two spots to 83rd in the U.S. News & World Report rankings of “Best National Universities” released Wednesday.
Milner Library will help the campus celebrate homecoming with the exhibit “Re-Living the Celebration: A look back at the themes of ISU’s Homecoming.” The exhibit runs Sept. 15 through Oct. 31.
For the 16th consecutive year, Illinois State University’s total fall enrollment is above 20,000. After last year’s 20-year high, enrollment has moderated to meet the university’s comfort zone of between 20,000 and 21,000 students.
Reprinted form Media Relations at Illinois State University. Illinois State University dedicated the new Cardinal Court apartments on August 9. Cardinal Court apartments will house 894 students, primarily sophomores, providing them an opportunity to experience apartment-style living combined with the benefits of university housing. University President Al Bowman was one of several officials to address the
Illinois State was founded in 1857 on the tradition of providing an excellent teacher’s education. The scope of degrees has expanded exponentially, yet the University’s commitment to preparing educators is unchanged. Evidence that ISU remains stellar in the field of education is abundant, with more affirmation received in recent months.
The campus strategic plan, Educating Illinois 2008-2014: Priorities for Illinois’ First Public University, is under revision. The document links actions to the University’s mission, vision, values, and goals. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, and local community members took part in a wide-spread consultation process during a spring semester review. Input was sought on the University’s future
