The Outstanding University Service Award and the Service Initiative Awards were presented at the Founding Celebration on February 15, 2024.
Topic: Founders Day
Civil Service, AP Distinguished Service Awards announced
Illinois State University recognized distinguished service from Civil Service and Administrative Professional staff during the Founding Celebration on February 15, 2024.
This month in Illinois State University history: February
From decades of celebrating Black History Month on Illinois State University’s campus to the University’s birthday 167 years ago, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
The Founding Celebration, February 15, 2024
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
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
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
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.
Illinois State launches jewelry line commemorating the historic Old Main Bell
Illinois State University and official licensed jeweler Kyle Cavan have partnered to release a one-of-a-kind piece commemorating the historic Old Main Bell that still stands on the Quad.
Nine receive 2022 Alumni Awards
The Alumni Association recognizes nine individuals and their outstanding achievements and contributions.
Illinois State archivist shares how founding traditions have changed over time
With Illinois State’s Founding Celebration right around the corner, we spoke with University Archivist April Anderson-Zorn to learn more about how Illinois State’s founding traditions have changed over the past 165 years.