Psychology Alumnus of the Year to speak October 20

Dr. Eric Wesselmann will give a talk on social exclusion as part of the Department of Psychology’s annual Alumni Day festivities October 20.

The Department of Psychology will present a talk titled “Investigating Diverse Types of Social Exclusion” with Eric Wesselmann ’03, M.A. ’05, Ph.D., at 2 p.m. Friday, October 20, in 551 DeGarmo Hall.

A History of Psychology: The First 50 Years, October 19

William Gnagey teaches a psychology course circa 1967.

The Department of Psychology will present an informal discussion session titled, “A History of Psychology: The First 50 Years,” Thursday, October 19 at the Ewing Cultural Center. Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be available starting at 6:00 p.m. and will be followed by a presentation and discussion facilitated by Professor Mark Swerdlik, Ph.D. at

Career Center releases 2017 annual report

Learn how the Career Center helps students succeed with opportunities to collaborate with the department, career initiatives for diverse student populations, and more!

Giving with Honors

We Redbirds fly together! Support Redbirds Rising: The Campaign for Illinois State, and join the effort to help our university rise to new heights of excellence. 

Gary Cole talks about the importance of innovation at ISU

Actor Gary Cole

Actor and ISU alum Gary Cole tells us about the importance of innovation in the classroom and beyond. Here are some stories from Redbirds who are currently benefiting from innovations Illinois State has made in the past and are looking to continue in the future. College of Education: Delaney Brummel “The College of Education is

Redbirds show appreciation at Thank-A-Donor Days

Reggie Redbird #StateYourAppreciation

Grateful Redbirds wrote letters to those who have supported their ISU journey at the second annual Thank-A-Donor Days. Students were assisted by volunteer staff at the Bowling and Billiards Center in the writing and editing process. Upon completing their letter, they had a chance to get their photo taken so that it can be sent

Sean Hayes does his part to support Redbirds

Emmy award winning actor Sean Hayes

Sean Hayes has had a remarkable career in Hollywood as an actor, producer, and comedian. He is most famous for playing Jack McFarland on NBC’s Will & Grace, a role that led to him winning an Emmy award in 2000. In 2013, Hayes was granted an honorary doctorate degree by Illinois State University in recognition of his creative and cultural achievements.