Icing on the cake: Pursuing passions through education

Abbey Testin

For many students, coming to college is about learning brand new skills, managing a budget, and maintaining a living space all on their own. For senior family and consumer science (FCS) teacher education major Abbey Testin, those skills are what shaped her future career and led to a fulfilling journey making her mark at Illinois State.

Finding a future at the library

photo of Maddi Loiselle

Sometimes, students find more than books and information at the library. In Maddi Loiselle’s case, she found her calling.

50 years of ISU Pride

Illinois State alumni Dana Niswonger '19 leads the Illinois State University group at the Chicago Pride Parade.

Following pivotal moments in LGBTQ+ history provides insights into the evolution of Pride, and its impact on generations of the Redbird family.

Students advocate for audio signals on University and College

Crosswalk at the intersection of University and College

In the fall semester, audio signals were installed at the intersection of University and College on Illinois State University’s campus. These signals assist individuals with visual disabilities in determining when it is safe to cross the street.

LALS Student Spotlight: Victor Brito

Stevenson Hall

The Latin American and Latino/a Studies (LALS) Program took a minute to catch up with Victor Brito and speak with him about his Illinois State experience.