Class Notes

Illinois State University campus from above

Keep up with what fellow alumni are doing by reading our class notes for the fall 2020 alumni magazine issue.

In memory

Large bell surrounded by flowers and set in stone landscaping, with academic buildings in the background

In memory of Illinois State University alumni, faculty, and staff who have passed away.

Prescribed intervention

Pelletier and Chicago office window.

Mark Pelletier anticipated a rewarding career helping others in health care when he left Mennonite College of Nursing as one of few male graduates in 1981.

Fulfilling a dream

News reporter microphone illustration

When Sandra Torres ’06 was 13 and spoke no English, her family packed up their life in their native Colombia and immigrated to the Chicago area for new opportunities.

Reason to celebrate

President Larry Dietz

Redbirds Rising: The Campaign for Illinois State succeeded in elevating the University, transforming support for its already lofty educational standards into life-changing opportunities.

Redbird Holiday Gift Guide 2020

Redbird Rep student influencer poses in the stands at Hancock Stadium

This year’s gift guide has all the ideas you’ll need to complete your holiday shopping for the Redbird fans in your life.