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Topic: Athletics
Homecoming 2024 recap: Reliving the moments with your best photos and posts
Redbirds near and far flocked to campus to Relive the Moments for Illinois State University’s Homecoming.
Steve Pankow ’11 scores dream job with the Bulls, talks about it on Redbird Buzz
Steve Pankow ’11 is the Chicago Bulls’ head equipment manager and team travel coordinator. In this episode of Redbird Buzz, Pankow discusses his career path—from working with the Illinois State University football team as a student, to interning with two NFL teams, to working full-time for Redbird Athletics, to scoring his dream job with the Bulls.
Artful athlete: Volleyball player, aspiring tattoo artist makes her mark
Samantha “Sammi” Bunch is a junior volleyball player at Illinois State University. A setter and defensive specialist, this native of Romeoville still loves the game she’s been playing since she was a child. She’s also an artist with an eye on a specialized career.
Illinois State and DESTIHL Brewery partner for officially licensed beers
Illinois State University is partnering with DESTIHL Brewery to launch two new officially licensed beers, Redbird Ale and Battle Bird Lager.
Tom Lamonica reflects on 44 years at Illinois State on Redbird Buzz
Longtime Illinois State University sports information director and School of Communication Professor Tom Lamonica, M.S. ’88, joins Redbird Buzz ahead of his induction into the Illinois State Athletics Percy Family Hall of Fame as the 2024 Campbell “Stretch” Miller Award recipient.
Tennis players serve teammates a taste of home
Illinois State’s successful women’s tennis team has an international flavor.
A Day in the Life: Students connect through sport clubs
Between 800-1,000 students participate in 26 club sports at Illinois State University.
Class notes: Fall 2024
Keep up with what fellow alumni are doing in our class notes for the fall 2024 alumni magazine issue.
Team behind the team: Redbirds play starring roles behind the scenes for the Chicago Bulls
They’re not scoring points or dishing out assists, but Illinois State alumni play important parts in the success of the Windy City’s NBA franchise.