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Student Yehiri Gonzalez and her journey to Teach Chicago Tomorrow

Student Yehiri Gonzalez stands wearing a red t-shirt that says "Believer, motivator, innovator, educator," in front of mural.

The College of Education’s collaboration with the Teach Chicago Tomorrow (TCT) pathways program supports Chicago Public School (CPS) graduates looking to become licensed educators in CPS schools. The program provides individual and community resources to support students of all backgrounds in starting their teaching career. Elementary Education student Yehiri Gonzalez speaks on her experience as a CPS graduate, and how the TCT program is supporting her education as a Bilingual educator.

AsiaConnect March event spotlights Korean New Millennium Workout, March 29

A graduate assistant at the Center for Integrated Professional Development, Hye Hyon Kim, will present at AsiaConnect’s upcoming cultural presentation on Friday, March 29, from noon-1 p.m. at DeGarmo Hall, room 551.

Asian Heritage Week April 25-27, 2024

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The diverse culture of Asia will be celebrated with Asian Heritage Week, April 25-27, 2024, at Illinois State University.

AsiaConnect, working with the Normal Public Library and Illinois Art Station, will hold festivities throughout the week. All events are free and open to the public.

Dr. Mike Hendricks co-authors publication in the Journal of Latinos and Education

Dr. Mike Hendricks with map in background

The Journal of Latinos and Education has published Dr. Mike Hendricks’ co-authored article “Cultivating a Collectivist Community on a College Campus for Latinx Students.”

An uplifting legacy: Redbird women share who inspired them and how they’re paying it forward

Graphic featuring different women with the Redbird head in the background

In honor of Women’s History Month, women from across Illinois State’s campus share what or who has inspired them to get where they are today, and how they’re inspiring future generations.

History makers: Students research 1977 National Women’s Conference delegates

Three women attending the National Women's Conference in 1977. They are wearing matching shirts and holding onto a torch.

History books often highlight prominent historical figures, yet ordinary individuals can also make an extraordinary impact that shapes the course of history. Dr. Kyle Ciani’s HIS 262: History of Women in the United States class is centered around this premise.

Save the Date for ReggieCon Live! April 27-30, 2024

ReggieCon LIVE! 2024: Ruins, Reflections, Creations, and Dreams will be held from Saturday, April 27 to Tuesday, April 30, at Bone Student Center, University Galleries, and other locations across the Illinois State University campus.

EDI Leaders Symposium 2024, March 20

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The EDI Leaders Circle Symposium will be held March 20 in the Bone Student Center. Register by March 12.

Milner Library celebrates the women of Illinois State Normal University

A black and white vintage photo of students in a library.

March is Women’s History Month, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program. To commemorate, this is the first in a series of articles honoring the women of Illinois State Normal University.

Queer Talks Lunch ‘n’ Learn to explore asexuality in media

Graphic of asexual pride flag (purple, white, gray, and black stripes). Cartoon faces are superimposed on the flag.

Are you unclear about what Asexuality is? Do you want to find out about ace representation in past and contemporary media? Join Queer Coalition and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies for the final Queer Talks Lunch ‘n’ Learn of the semester on April 4 to enhance your understanding of this often misunderstood sexual orientation and investigate how popular culture contributes to and confounds acephobia.