Mike Matejka ’74 came to Illinois State University as a transfer student in the early 70s and now over five decades later he became a Golden Redbird and one of the most notable members of the Bloomington-Normal community. He is known for his work as a community leader and Bloomington City Council member. And this year he will be a keynote speaker at the Half Century Club reunion.
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College of Education announces second annual Teacher of the Year Awards
The College of Education will host the second annual Illinois State University Teacher of the Year awards program on Friday, April 5.
College of Business announces Hall of Fame inductees
Each year the College of Business inducts a select group of highly accomplished graduates into its Alumni Hall of Fame and Service Hall of Fame in recognition of their significant career accomplishments, outstanding service to others, and their long-standing dedication to the college and its mission.
Birds Give Back 2024 surpasses goals for Redbird causes
Illinois State University’s sixth annual Birds Give Back on February 22, 2024, surpassed giving day goals and had impressive showing of support from the entire Redbird community.
Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs: Multicultural Center launches alumni-led business program
Breaking into the business world is difficult, and it’s even more challenging when you’re a student attempting to juggle coursework with college life. A new program organized by Illinois State’s Multicultural Center hopes to empower students with resources to become confident college entrepreneurs.
TV-10 is celebrating its 50th anniversary and launching a campaign to raise $50,000
Illinois State University’s student-run television program, TV-10, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The journey, which began with the first live newscast on March 4, 1974, is now commemorated through a grand reunion on campus scheduled for April 12-13, 2024. Alumni and friends are invited to join the festivities, honoring 50 years of remarkable student achievement and involvement.
ISU hoping to break records again on Birds Give Back, February 2024
In its sixth year, Birds Give Back will be Thursday, February 22, during Redbird Philanthropy Week, February 19-23. Building Birds Together is the theme for 2024 Birds Give Back, as thousands of Redbirds unite to support Redbird causes.
Coffee worth lapping up: Dr. Curt Livesay, M.S. ’07, opens Jasper’s Java in Bloomington
With the dual goal of brightening every customer’s day and helping pets find their forever home, Jasper’s Java is quickly becoming man’s best friend in Bloomington-Normal.
College of Education’s Teacher of the Year nominations open
The College of Education opened nominations for the Illinois State University Teacher of the Year awards program. Nominations are open through December 10th.
Tips for career success: COM alumni give advice during leadership panel
Three accomplished School of Communication alumni returned to campus Homecoming weekend to share their personal stories and career insights during the Share Your Success Leadership Panel.