Safe(ish) is a 90-minute interactive program that helps individuals understand the personal narratives and experiences of gender expansive and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Safe(ish) session offered February 18
Topic: Diversity
Association of Latinx American Students offers welcoming community
When Ximena Sanchez-Ramirez arrived at Illinois State, she felt homesick until coming across the Association of Latinx American Students (ALAS). Just one year later, she is thriving as the secretary of the registered student organization.
Connecting the DOTS brings national expertise to help navigate online teaching
Designed to promote an equitable education, the Connecting the DOTS series will provide guidance in areas where instructors, parents, and students may be struggling.
Pause for Applause
Please join us in applauding these Illinois State University alumni.
First-generation professionals recognized
In honor of the 2020 First Generation Celebration, organizers recognized 20 first-generation professionals at Illinois State with a LEGACY Award.
Business ACUMEN: Diversity, professionalism, and success
Diversity, professionalism, and success are the core values of Business ACUMEN, a new registered student organization (RSO) in the College of Business.
MCOT’s RSO Spotlight Story: Black Girl Code
We’ve brought attention to so many issues Black women face in our community and society, such as colorism, misogyny, and sexism.
Day in the life: Senior balances academics, work during the pandemic
In early November, University Marketing and Communications Photographer Michelle Hassel followed senior Chris Aaron through a typical day in their life as a Redbird.
Kanisha Lites: First African American feature baton twirler
Redbird Kanisha Lites ’07, a Junior Olympic (2003, 2004) baton twirler who recently learned she was the first African American feature baton twirler in the history of the Big Red Marching Machine.
Drawing on hope
Michelle (Brown) Smith ’90 recently won an international design contest sponsored by Ralph Lauren for the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic relief.
