The School of Communication celebrates a record-setting Birds Give Back

Five people posed pointing at a leaderboard on a screen behind them.

On February 22, 2024, Illinois State University celebrated its sixth successful Birds Give Back. Redbirds across the nation donated funds in show of support—and the School of Communication saw a record-breaking number of gifts and dollars donated from alumni, faculty, friends, and students.

Redbird finds home in Hollywood

Sarada Duvvuri '05

Sarada Duvvuri ’05 is a documentarian at heart as she has always been inspired by real people and the way they move through their perspectives.

College of Business announces Hall of Fame inductees

Students walking out of the State Farm Hall of Business

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.

The PodCAST: A conversation with Michelle Kirk, kinesiology and recreation alum

Michelle Kirk, a recreation and park administration alum from the School of Kinesiology and Recreation, and the Senior Director of Integrated Marketing for the Country Music Association.

The College of Applied Science and Technology has released the next episode of the college’s new podcast, The PodCAST. This episode features a conversation with Michelle Kirk. Michelle is a recreation and park administration alum from the School of Kinesiology and Recreation, and currently serves as the Senior Director of Integrated Marketing for the Country Music Association.

Dawn Pote recognized with 2023-24 Gamsky Award

Picture of Gamsky award winner Dawn Pote with Student Affairs VP Levester Johnson.

The Division of Student Affairs has held the annual Neal R. Gamsky Quality of Student Life Award ceremony every year since 1992. This prestigious award goes to a current Student Affairs staff member who has made a significant contribution to the quality of student life, which is readily acknowledged as such by peers and/or students.