Illinois State University announced 14 students were selected as Robert G. Bone Scholars for the 2023-2024 school year.
Bone Student Scholars named for 2023-2024
Topic: Academics
Former U.S. Ambassador Geeta Pasi selected for inaugural Donald F. McHenry Visiting Professorship
United States Ambassador (retired) Geeta Pasi has been appointed the inaugural Donald F. McHenry Visiting Professor in Diplomacy and International Affairs at Illinois State University.
TV-10 news director Laura Trendle Polus provides path for students to succeed in the newsroom
Laura Trendle Polus has been the news director at Illinois State’s student TV station for over 20 years.
Graduating Redbirds: Getting a B inspired Enrique Aguirre’s A+ college career
A first-generation college student and Robert G. Bone Scholarship recipient, Enrique Aguirre is the next to be highlighted in the “Graduating Redbirds” series.
Tom Lamonica: An Illinois State University teaching legacy
Sweat drips down the faces of players, the intoxicating aroma of the rubber beneath their feet, squeaking and squealing against the polished wood floor of the Horton Field House basketball court. Excitement fills the air as the Redbirds pull out another win and the bleachers slowly empty into the parking lots—and there’s Tom Lamonica on the sidelines cheering until the very last minute.
A few summer reading suggestions from Milner Scholarly Communications
With the semester winding down, some of our readers might find time over the summer to travel and enjoy the company of people from different cultures. For those who don’t have that opportunity, several projects allow readers to experience other countries and life from a variety of perspectives without the need to leave their home or office.
Pilot program prepares campus for a successful Canvas adoption this fall
More than 2,000 students helped to test Illinois State’s new learning management system, which will completely replace ReggieNet starting in the fall of 2023.
Illinois State group visits Indian and Thai universities
Executive Director Dr. Roopa Rawjee and Director of International Admissions Kayla Carroll from the Office of International Engagement (OIE) were joined by College of Business (COB) Dean Dr. Ajay Samant and Associate Dean Dr. Terry Noel for a visit to universities in India and Thailand. College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Dean Dr. Heather Dillaway joined the group in Thailand.
Dr. Todd McLoda named interim dean of College of Education
Acting Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost Ani Yazedjian has named Todd McLoda as interim dean of the College of Education at Illinois State University. He will begin this two-year appointment on July 1.
New fund to support study abroad for management students
The new Management Study Abroad Program fund is designed to bring the enrichment that comes with study abroad within reach for students.
