Illinois State closed as of noon on Monday, January 22, 2024

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Illinois State University will be closing as of noon on Monday, January 22, 2024, due to extreme weather conditions. All classes (in-person, hybrid, and online) that began at noon or after are cancelled, including evening classes. Residence halls, dining centers and the University Police Department will remain open.  All other University buildings will be closed.

Research award winners for 2023-2024 announced

President Tarhule speaking at the ORGS Research Awards Event

Illinois State University announced the winners of the Outstanding University Researcher and the Outstanding University Creative Activity awards. Also honored are the winners of the Research Initiative Awards and the Creative Activity Initiative Awards. Recipients for these awards are selected from competitive pools of candidates.

Meet the December 2023 GradBird Scholar: Caroline Giuffre

Caroline Giuffre professional photo

The Graduate School has selected Caroline Guiffre as its December 2023 GradBird Scholar recipient. GradBird Scholar is an initiative to recognize graduate students for their scholarly endeavors at Illinois State University.

Illinois State University closed Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Due to forecasted wind chills, Illinois State University and the University Laboratory Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, reopening on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. All classes (in-person, hybrid, and online) are canceled Tuesday, January 16, 2024, and will not be delivered remotely. Residence halls and residential dining centers will remain open. All other campus buildings will be closed.

Bitterly cold conditions to start the spring 2024 semester 

aerial shot of campus covered in snow

As we return for the start of the spring 2024 semester, much of the Midwest is facing a bitter cold streak. Please take a moment to read the information below intended to help you protect yourself, where you live, and our shared facilities during this upcoming week.