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Stevenson Center welcomes new Fellows to a semester like no other
Another academic year has started, and with it the Stevenson Center introduces a new group of Fellows. Although a new group of Fellows with a wealth and variety of experiences arrives every year from across the country, this group is having a semester like no other.
James Robinson sets NFL record in debut
Former Illinois State football player James Robinson (2016-19) made waves this weekend, breaking the NFL record for most yards by an undrafted rookie running back in a Week 1 game on Sunday, helping the Jacksonville Jaguars come from behind to defeat the Indianapolis Colts, 27-20.
Coronavirus Weekly Update, September 10: Disregard of public health guidance, registration and withdraw dates, on-campus isolation and quarantine
Information about consequences of not following public health guidance, the Town of Normal ordinance extension, testing, test results, the student absence process, clarification regarding on-campus quarantine and isolation requirements, and housing and meal plan contract cancellation.
2020 State of the University Address
Illinois State University’s President Larry Dietz presents the 2020 State of the University Address, with introduction by Academic Senate Chair Susan Kalter.
Former University President Gene A. Budig passes away
Gene A. Budig, the 12th president of Illinois State University, died September 8.
Registered student organizations making the best of their situations
Caroline Hirschauer isn’t used to it yet. She figures she probably never will. It gets hot. Words aren’t as clear. Nailing the right note can only go as far as the piece of cloth allows.
Growth plans: Colleges craft professional development opportunities
Colleges across Illinois State University are creating professional development opportunities for faculty and staff with a lens toward diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Labor Day Coronavirus message: Testing and Milner Library
The University is announcing changes to testing for the weekend, and a change in operations at Milner Library.
Black Excellence RSO fosters positive community for students
For many new students, finding a group of friends can be one of the most overwhelming parts of arriving on campus. Jaden Echols realized this firsthand, and was one of the catalysts who sparked the formation of the Black Excellence registered student organization (RSO).