The Publications Unit’s teaching chapbook press and workshop, PRESS 254, is excited to announce the publication of two new books in its Sutherland Series: lectio divina for reborn things by Sarah Lyons (hybrid genre) and All the Wrong Things by Jade Urban (fiction). Both authors will read from their works on Tuesday, December 4, at 7
Topic: Alumni
Volunteer work directs career path for Illinois State alum
In his first semester as a graduate student studying Spanish at Illinois State University, Mike Romagnoli was required to do six hours of volunteer translation work at an area agency. He chose to work with the Community Health Care Clinic (CHCC), and he’s been with the organization ever since.
TV-10’s Zettl wins scholarship, alumni win awards at Midwest Emmys
The TV-10 news team traveled to Chicago for the NATAS (National Academy of Television Arts and Science) Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards on November 10. Crew member Hannah Zettl was awarded a NATAS scholarship and many TV-10 alumni won awards.
Graduated and still need a job? Help is available
There’s good news for students who are about to graduate but who haven’t found a job. Try out these career tips for soon-to-be Redbird alumni and job seekers.
Redbirds raising funds for the future
Members of the Illinois State University Hoof N’ Horn Club have spent the past several weeks working to plan, organize and implement an online benefit auction to raise funds to help the club host a slate of events throughout the school year.
Three #EdBird administrators recognized by Illinois Principals Association
On October 23, three College of Education alumni were recognized by the Illinois Principals Association (IPA) for their excellence in educational leadership.
October & November Redbirds on the rise
Each month we recognize a few of the many amazing students and alumni who have been impacted by our donors’ generosity. Meet five students and one alum who have benefited from your support.
Students network with alums at the inaugural #CASTConnections in Chicago
College of Applied Science and Technology held the inaugural edition of CAST Connections, a networking event aimed at connecting students with alums.
Bob and Susan Walling utilize IRA charitable rollover to fund philanthropy
Philanthropy has always been important to Robert (Bob) ’67, M.S. ’70, and Susan Lee Walling, both professionally and personally.
Immigrant tale: Sportswriter turned columnist becomes voice of underdog
The tears came abruptly. We had been discussing the University of Illinois men’s basketball team—whose run to the 2005 national title game she covered for the Chicago Tribune—when the woman across the table from me apologized. Then, she began to cry.