Steve ’83 and Lori (Walenga) Nalefski ’84 have established an endowed scholarship for declared geology majors.
Topic: Alumni
Going for gold: Ties between Illinois State, Special Olympics remain strong
Illinois State University has been home to Illinois Special Olympics since 1977.
Redbird trivia: Fall 2022
Try your luck at our fall 2022 edition of Redbird trivia.
Redbird Legacy: Muehling triplets thriving 25 years after graduation
It’s been 25 years since the Muehling triplets graduated from Illinois State University. All three have gone on to successful careers, thanks in part to the years they spent on campus.
Santos ’21 nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year
Former Illinois State soccer star Ashley Santos ’21 has been nominated for the 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year award by the Missouri Valley Conference.
Percy Family Hall of Fame class honored
Members of the 2022 Illinois State Athletics Percy Family Hall of Fame class were officially inducted in October during Homecoming weekend.
Nominations sought for Alumni Awards
Each year the Illinois State University Alumni Association recognizes individuals who personify the University’s tradition as an environment for excellence.
College of Education launches new Teacher of the Year award program
The College of Education is seeking nominations of exceptional preschool through high school classroom teachers for their new Teacher of the Year award program.
Redbird alum Dr. Taiwo Durowade to speak on importance of mentorship, perseverance
Dr. Taiwo Durowade ’09 has become a successful entrepreneur in the medical field not only because of her personal excellence, but also because she knows when to ask for help.
Graduate students presenting at NCA Convention
Graduate students in the School of Communication will be presenting their scholarly work at the National Communication Association’s (NCA) 108th Annual Convention. The convention will be held November 17–20, 2022, in New Orleans, Louisiana.