Illinois State’s actuarial science program has a national reputation. But it’s the on-campus support system that impresses junior Mike Paradiso the most.
Video: Being an actuarial science major at Illinois State
Topic: Academics
Consuls from Greece, Poland to address ISU European Studies Symposium
Illinois State University will welcome diplomats from Greece and Poland at its first-ever European Studies Symposium, which will run April 2 to 3, and April 16 to 17.
Talk explores Palestine as a ‘domestic place’
The U.S. once viewed Palestine as a domestic place. That will be the focus of the next Geography/Geology/Geohydrology Explorations and Observations (GGGEO) series at 3 p.m. Friday, April 10 with Molly Robey.
Bryan Jackson Lecture to highlight balancing act of librarians
Megan Oakleaf will talk about apply concepts of how libraries can successfully serve the needs of parent institutions with “Connect the Dots & Reach for the Stars: Aligning the Academic Library with Institutional Aspirations” at 1:30 p.m. April 15 in the Bone Student Center Old Main Room.
U-Club talk on The Milner Library Faculty Publications Database
Social Sciences Librarian Vanette Schwartz will speak at U-Clu on Friday, April 10.
Reactions: Indiana religious freedom law different in its intent
A national backlash erupted after the Indiana legislature recently passed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, or RFRA. Gov. Mike Pence has promised to clarify the act. Assistant Professor of Politics and Government Meghan Leonard explains the act, and what separates it from acts in other states.
Reversing the toxic talk of political discussions
Political discussions in the United States have been hijacked, said Professor of Communication Joseph Zompetti, who discusses solutions for taking the conversation back in his new book.
Harvard-Smithsonian Center scholar to speak March 31
Ryan Allured from the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics will be the next speaker in the 2015 Physics Colloquium Series on March 31.
University of Alabama Press editor to speak at Pub Unit
Vanessa Rusch, managing editor at the University of Alabama Press, will present From Trade House to University Press: Managing Editorial and the Ps of Publishing at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, at the Publications Unit in Williams Hall Annex, room 103.
International Seminar Series: World Megatrends and their Implications
The National Intelligence Council’s Suzanne Fry will speak on Global Trends at Illinois State as part of the International Seminar Series at noon Wednesday, April 1, in the Prairie Room of the Bone Student Center.
