Former Brown University associate head coach Raleigh DeRose was hired by Interim Director of Athletics Jeri Beggs as the new head coach of the Redbird soccer program.
Athletics briefs: DeRose hired to lead Redbird soccer
Topic: Arts & Entertainment
Where are they now?: Sandi Zielinski ’67, M.F.A. ’81
A passion for theatre keeps Sandi Zielinski ’67, M.F.A. ’81, young at heart, and that passion was born at Illinois State University.
University News briefs: New president confident, optimistic about future
Newly appointed President Aondover Tarhule is focused on positioning Illinois State University to “succeed, thrive, and be resilient” despite nationwide challenges facing higher education.
Alumni Association offers virtual engagement
The Illinois State University Alumni Association strives to provide lifelong learning and career development opportunities with programs that are easily accessed no matter a Redbird’s location.
Impact Series: Theatre teacher education program fosters an appreciation of fine arts in younger generation
The Illinois State University School of Theatre and Dance (SoTD) Theatre Teacher Education program has grown exponentially in the past few years, expanding the number of opportunities for secondary students in the Bloomington-Normal area to be able to work with new and upcoming theatre professionals. SoTD students foster a love for the fine arts in the next generation while also gaining invaluable experience that will prepare them for the next steps in their careers.
Dr. Wang presents Tea Culture and Tasting at Asian Heritage Week
Dr. T.Y. Wang, University Professor and chair of Politics and Government, presented “Tea Tasting and Culture” at Illinois State University’s 2024 Asian Heritage Week on April 27.
Beyond the Stage: If music be the food of love, play on
Festival Dramaturg Kee-Yoon Nahm explores the theme of music in Shakespeare plays
Beyond the Stage Interview: Love from many different angles
Festival Dramaturg Kee-Yoon Nahm spoke with director Robert Quinlan, who is also Associate Professor of Directing in the School of Theatre and Dance, about the upcoming production of Twelfth Night at the Illinois Shakespeare Festival (ISF).
Illinois Shakespeare Festival offers 2024 summer camps and classes
The Festival has eight exciting camps for youth. Brand new offerings include a filmmaking camp as well as a dance camp. Registration is now open.
Illinois Shakespeare Festival’s Bard in a Box presents free outdoor performance of Romeo and Juliet (abridged) by William Shakespeare, April 25
This 40-minute production is part of ISF’s Bard in a Box educational outreach program, a touring troupe that performs Romeo and Juliet for schools and community groups.
