Lawrence Whittet ’78 and his ex-wife, Melissa “Missy” (Gehrt) ’77, met at a Toga party as undergraduates. Dating led to marriage in 1980, which extended an ISU legacy on both sides of their family tree.
Topic: Alumni
Stay connected to ISU
Check out the Facebook pages of ISU affinity groups and Redbirds by geographical locations for news and events. Networks are listed at Alumni.IllinoisState.edu/Networks.
7 tips for a great Involvement to Industry Conference experience
As part of Student Affairs Week, the Division of Student Affairs is excited to host its inaugural Involvement to Industry Conference for students and alumni on Saturday, September 28.
The Division of Student Affairs announces plans for Homecoming 2019: Come One. Come All.
Make new memories this year at The Division of Student Affairs alumni and friends homecoming tailgate on Saturday, October 26.
Student Affairs hosts alumni event in Chicago’s financial district
The Division of Student Affairs’ alumni and friends enjoyed time reminiscing, catching up, and yielding new friendships with others who share their passion for Illinois State at this year’s Legacy of Leadership event at The Library in downtown Chicago.
Back to School in Style
Go back to school in style by shopping this story, highlighting the latest Illinois State fashions.
Redbird’s eye-opening Alternative Break experience makes impact on journey after graduation
Illinois State University Redbird Christine Gesell ’19 shares her Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning experience during the last semester of her senior year.
Politics and Government alumnus Daniel Wagner selected for the prestigious Edgar Fellows Program
Politics and Government Alumnus Daniel Wagner selected for the prestigious Edgar Fellows Program
Teaching overseas with Peace Corps
Peace Corps volunteers serve communities worldwide in six different sectors, or kinds of jobs. The largest sector is education, which has given Illinois State graduates Max Plonczynski and Alejandra Villalobos the perfect setting to put their teaching skills to the test.
How to get from the couch to the finish line of the Homecoming 5K
Every year at Illinois State University, we cap off our Homecoming week celebration with the Town and Gown 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk.