Collaboration is one of Illinois State’s core values. Never before has it been more apparent or vital than with the planning required to continue the University’s learning and teaching in the midst of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
It would have been poetic for Tristen Sharp to go from not knowing if she’d ever be able to put one foot in front of the other again to walking across the stage at Redbird Arena.
For months, the nation has been bombarded with details of how the coronavirus (COVID-19) has brought heartache to families as loved ones perished.
Pause to applaud these accomplished Illinois State alumni.
Chad Guenther’s life is best described as a series of contradictions: The 6’2″ natural athlete was unable to compete, and had a great sense of humor despite living with a terminal illness.
The school year may look a little different for current students, alumni, and their Redbird families, but there are still many ways to stay connected to Illinois State from near or far with any mobile device, computer, or tablet.
A $1.4 million gift from the estate of James Ronald Beales ’54, M.S. ’59, will support the programs, services, and initiatives of Illinois State University’s Alumni Engagement department. In recognition of Ron and Mary Beales’ generosity, the Alumni Engagement offices in the Alumni Center have been renamed the Ron and Mary Kathleen Beales Alumni Engagement Suite.
The College of Education (COE) has multiple professional development opportunities for teachers and current education students this fall. Presentations will be hosted by COE faculty, alumni, and teacher colleagues. Each session is free, virtual, and has professional development credit available. Redbird Educator Series The Mary and Jean Borg Center for Reading and Literacy is hosting
Join our dynamic alumni panel as they speak about their experiences becoming civically engaged, doing the work, and thriving in these spaces.
Redbird alumni are invited to participate in virtual career fairs and professional development events through Career Services.
