The Founding Celebration, February 15, 2024

bell on a stage with the Illinois State University seal in the background

Illinois State University will honor its founding on February 15 with a bell ringing ceremony. The event will be followed by an appreciation luncheon for faculty and staff members only that includes an awards ceremony.

Staff awards nominations open

Old Main bell.

Nominations are being sought for the David A. Strand Diversity Achievement Award, Administrative/Professional and Civil Service Distinguished Service Awards, Administrative Professional Emerging Leader Award, Team Excellence Award, and the Environmental Stewardship Award.

Nominations for honorary degrees open, due September 15

Founders bell

Illinois State University is requesting nominations for candidates for the honorary degree. Honorary degrees may be awarded by Illinois State University in recognition of persons who have achieved a record of major distinction at the state or national level in education, public service, literature, business, fine arts, or other professions.

The Founding Celebration, February 16, 2023

bell on a stage with the Illinois State University seal in the background

Illinois State University will honor its founding on February 16 with a bell ringing ceremony. The event will be followed by an appreciation luncheon for faculty and staff members only that includes an awards ceremony.