You have probably heard of Rachel Cooper or walked past the building that bears her name. But just who was Rachel Cooper? Ross Griffiths, director of Preservation and University Archives, did a little digging to find out.
Topic: Illinois State Normal University
Archives staff uncovers history of the Quad’s Old Main Bell
Archives Assistant Jenna Self uses Archives resources to definitively answer a researcher’s question: Did the bell on the Quad ever hang in Old Main?
50 years later, fight over ISNU name change resonates
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Illinois State’s name change, from ISNU to ISU, a formative moment to reflect upon as campus celebrates Founders Day this month.
Bob Bone: Pivotal president shifted ISU purpose and plan
The decisions Bob Bone made during his decade as president positioned Illinois State to become the University it is today.
The first 150 years: Alumni Association celebrates legacy of service
The full, 150-year history of the Illinois State Alumni Association.