The Alumni Association provides lifelong learning and career development opportunities for Redbirds long after graduation.
Lifelong learning: Alumni appreciate free access to webinars
Unit: Advancement
Historic appointment: Alumna first African American and female to lead ISU’s governing board
Alumna Julie Annette Jones ’90 is the first African American and female to lead ISU’s governing board.
Beyond the box score: How two grads powered into professional baseball
How Illinois State University alumni Betsy Jochum ’57 and Paul DeJong ’15 powered into the field of professional baseball.
How to help: New fund provides students needed support
You can join the effort to help Illinois State students facing financial difficulties as a result of the pandemic by contributing to the COVID-19 Redbirds Response Fund.
How to help: New fund provides students needed support
You can join the effort by contributing to the COVID-19 Redbirds Response Fund, which will be used to help students meet immediate financial needs.
Where are they now? Susan and Steven Kern
Former faculty Susan Kern paved the way for ISU’s philanthropic efforts.
Virtual coffee with Redbird volleyball coach Leah Johnson
Join coach Leah Johnson with your morning coffee as she covers the championship culture. Limited spaces available.
Alum’s volunteering experience leads to better mental health
When Arlene Waclawek’s ’10 mental health was at an all-time low, she embraced one of Illinois State’s core values and turned to civic engagement to find her purpose again.
Redbird Roundup Commencement Edition: Celebrating the Class of 2020
The unprecedented coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic didn’t stop the Illinois State community from celebrating the Class of 2020!
Fell Trust applications deadline extended to May 31
The Fell Trust Committee will be accepting applications for FY2021 awards through May 31 from units, departments, and colleges on campus.
