Together, the three Vasel sisters are part of an Illinois State marching band tradition that stretches back more than 80 years. Big Red, or BRMM, has 285 members this fall and thousands of alumni.
Video: Sisters share Big Red Marching Machine legacy
Topic: Alumni
Video: Christian Stoinev returns to Illinois State
The Gamma Phi Circus star was in Normal rehearsing for his next appearance but took time out to visit the Thomas Metcalf School and a broadcasting class in Fell Hall.
Video: Young alumni advice for new freshmen
Think back to your freshman year at Illinois State University. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your freshman self?
Sean Hayes, Jeff Perry headline new Illinois State TV spot
Redbird actors Sean Hayes and Jeff Perry are lending their talents to a new Illinois State TV commercial that highlights students and alumni pursuing their passions around the globe.
Graphic communications students go to Phoenix Challenge
Four graphic communications students from Illinois State recently participated in the Phoenix Challenge in Baltimore in May.
Video: Alumni Award winners share their Illinois State story
Each year Illinois State’s Alumni Association proudly recognizes individuals who personify the University’s tradition as an environment for excellence.
Video: Student teams with professor for 3-D printer business
The $51,000 prize that Rob Martin won last fall helped get his 3-D printing business off the ground. But Martin’s business might not exist at all if had never met his faculty mentor, David Kennell/
Avanti’s shares long history with Illinois State alumni
As Illinois State’s Alumni Association marks 150 years, few memories resonate quite like Avanti’s. The Italian restaurant’s 42-year history is deeply intertwined with Illinois State University.
Early glass program grad becomes pioneering artist
Early glass program graduate Jack Schmidt is still a pioneering artist today.
Illinois State helps fuel the wind energy revolution
At the center of the state’s vibrant wind energy industry is Illinois State, whose students, researchers and alumni are shaping wind developments and related public policy issues around the country.
