Illinois State University’s College of Business (COB) hosted its Early Career Achievement Awards ceremony during Homecoming 2023. Early Career Achievement Awards (ECAA) recognize younger graduates who have demonstrated innovative and responsible professional leadership, the potential for future distinction, and a commitment to serving others. One honoree is selected from each degree program.
Topic: Alumni
New at Homecoming 2023: Redbird Village
New to Homecoming, Redbird Village will offer free tailgate food, music, inflatables, giveaways, and more for all.
Alumni book club fall 2023 giveaway
Get in a good read and discussion with fellow Redbirds before the end of 2023.
Creative Technologies professor creates gaming database for educators
By establishing an online database called “Using.Games,” Dr. Sercan Şengün is aiming to make video games more accessible for educators who are teaching about and researching the humanities, social sciences, and the arts.
Honoring Dr. Jim Skibo, envisioning the new Skibo Scholars Scholarship
The Redbird community has come together to celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of Dr. James Skibo—a respected educator, scholar, and visionary whose influence runs deep.
Women’s health advocate Dr. Taiwo Durowade ’09 joins Redbird Buzz
Dr. Taiwo Durowade ’09 is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist who is taking her vast knowledge of women’s health and sharing it on social media to better educate her patients and followers.
Publications Unit alumni showcase: Gabrielle Brown ’20
Gabrielle Brown ’20, founder of the editorial company Gab With Purpose, discusses her career development from a publishing studies student to freelance editor and business owner.
Exclusive brunch planned for Redbird legacy families
Illinois State wants to recognize all legacy families (any student that has/had a parent, grandparent or sibling attend Illinois State) for their continued generational support with a special brunch over Family Weekend 2023.
Mennonite College of Nursing alumni highlight: Scott Schaefer
Scott Schaefer ’17 is a remarkable Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN) alum and an inspiration to aspiring nurses.
Physical education Redbird creates laughter through TikTok
Laughing and fitness are good for the body. So, why not figure out a way how to use them together? That’s exactly what Tom Filline ’09 has done thanks to his education, his creativity, and a little thing called TikTok.