Over 20 alumni, staff, and friends marched with the Illinois State University LGBTQA Alumni Network contingent on Sunday in the 50th annual Pride Parade in Chicago.
Illinois State pride on parade in Chicago
Topic: Diversity
Redbirds honored as Women of Distinction
Seven Redbirds were among the 34 nominees honored during the YWCA of McLean County’s annual Women of Distinction awards banquet. Three of the seven nominees were named 2019 Women of Distinction.
Making It Work—Jen Bethmann
Making it work—Jen Bethmann helps Illinois State with efforts on accessibility and universal design.
Ama Oforiwaa Aduonum wins national theater award for work
Professor of Ethnomusicology Ama Oforiwaa Aduonum won the Outstanding Achievement in a Leading Role award from the American Association of Community Theatre National Festival in Pennsylvania.
A Redbird’s road through adversity leads to fulfillment and success
Corey J. Parker ’02 is one of two administrative directors for Barrow Neurological Institute Academics. Overseeing 100 people and multiple departments while managing relationships with top medical centers in the country can have its twist and turns, but Parker’s road prepared him for that.
Alison Dungca’s legacy of activism honored at Commitment to Diversity Awards
Alison Dungca ’19’s exceptional work has helped Redbirds feel at home.
LGBTQA Alumni Network to walk in Chicago Pride Parade, free reception prior
Redbirds can come together to celebrate equity at Chicago Pride Weekend. Walk in the parade, attend the reception, or cheer from the streets for fellow Redbirds.
Immigration debate not abstract topic for award-winning art student
Ecuadorian immigrant and graduating senior Camila Pasquel has persevered to become an award-winning artist at Illinois State University.
Bond between siblings topic of talk, June 10
Sarah Killoren will give a talk titled “Sibling Relationships and Mexican-origin Youth’s Development” at 2 p.m. Monday, June 10, at Schroeder Hall, room 104. The event will be free and open to the public.
Safe Zone celebrates 20th anniversary
Safe Zone celebrates 20 years of creating safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ persons on campus.
