Dennis B. Holmes ’76 vowed to make sure other Black men growing up in Chicago wouldn’t go through life pondering the same question he did.
Topic: Alumni
Black history, culture, and literature: How one alum is using her voice as an educator to teach about Blackness
Britni Mitchell ’08 is using her voice as both an educator and a Black woman to create a Black English literature class at her high school for juniors and seniors.
CAST Alumni profile: Jeff Stein ’98, School of Kinesiology and Recreation
School of Kinesiology and Recreation alum Jeff Stein ’98 has enjoyed a variety of work experiences in his field post-graduation.
CAST Alumni profiles: School of Kinesiology and Recreation alumna’s impactful and fulfilling work
CAST’s School of Kinesiology and Recreation alumna Heather Richardson ’08, ’10 knew her passions before her college experience began.
Nominate for Homecoming: Redbirds in Flight prince and princess
The Alumni Association is looking for the Homecoming: Redbirds in Flight prince and princess.
Virtual parade details for Homecoming: Redbirds in Flight
Illinois State departments, registered student organizations, and community organizations are invited to be a part of the event by submitting a photo or video to include in the virtual parade.
Sustainability and the Soul events explore wellness
“Sustainability and the Soul” will feature vegan cookbook author Afya Ibomu and yoga with alumna Radiance Campbell.
Civic engagement reimagined: How one alum is using her educational experiences to help students and the community
Juanita M. Morris, M.S. ’98, Ph.D. ’07 is using a $2.3 million grant to start a Civic Leadership Institute for Decatur Public Schools.
Inside MCN professor Harrison Krebs’s experience caring for ICU COVID patients during Winter Break
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Harrison (BSN ’11) might have spent Winter Break visiting family members or traveling. Instead, he signed a five-week contract to work in the ICU.
Alum Claudia Chavez is a senior political appointee of President Biden’s administration
Department of Politics and Government alum Claudia Chavez ’05 has been appointed as a White House liaison of the U.S. Department of Education. Her involvement in Student Government Association allowed her to explore and develop her interests.