Stevenson Center welcomes new Fellows to a semester like no other

head shots of nine students

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

Running back James Robinson carrying the football

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.

2020 State of the University Address

image of Illinois State University President Larry Dietz

Illinois State University’s President Larry Dietz presents the 2020 State of the University Address, with introduction by Academic Senate Chair Susan Kalter.  

Black Excellence RSO fosters positive community for students

Jaden Echols in front of the ISU logo in the Bone Student Center

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).