Jennifer Aurora ’96, a two-time Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran, recently retired as the first female command chief master sergeant in the Illinois Air National Guard. Her unwavering commitment, leadership prowess, and pioneering spirit have not only shattered barriers but also inspired others to reach new heights.
Tag: Veterans and Military Services
From War to Warrior: Colonel takes on the fight to help fellow veterans heal invisible wounds
Colonel David Rabb will be at Illinois State to share his passion on exploring the injuries that are an inevitable component of military combat duty.
Boot Camp exhibition at Lois Jett Historic Costume Collection gallery
The Lois Jett Historic Costume Collection in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences unveiled the collection’s new exhibition, Boot Camp: A Century of Military Attire, running through January 30, 2020.
#CASTAlumSpotlight: Honor 200 Veteran Ethan Blumhorst shares unforgettable moments at ISU
Ethan Blumhorst ’17, M.S. ’18, was recently selected as an Honor 200 Veteran. This award was initiated through a partnership between the Illinois Bicentennial Committee and the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA). Blumhorst received his award at the Illinois Bicentennial Ball in December and was honored for going above and beyond the call of duty
Veterans Day ceremony November 11
Illinois State University will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony at noon Tuesday, Nov. 11, in the Bone Student Center Prairie Room North.
ISU named Military Friendly School
Illinois State University has once again been included in the Military Friendly Schools listing published by Victory Media.
Video: Veteran finds a home at Illinois State
Matt Thein is one of Illinois State’s biggest cheerleaders. Literally. The physically fit Air Force veteran is one of several hundred former members of the military on the Illinois State campus.