Lawrence Whittet ’78 and his ex-wife, Melissa “Missy” (Gehrt) ’77, met at a Toga party as undergraduates. Dating led to marriage in 1980, which extended an ISU legacy on both sides of their family tree.
Check out the highlights from the top moments at Illinois State in this month’s Redbird Roundup.
Illinois State University raised a record of more than $37.3 million in private support during the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2019.
Check out the top pictures, videos, tweets, and more from another great month at Illinois State University.
Two recent graduates also became engaged “lovebirds” thanks to their first encounter as Admission ambassadors.
The Manor at Ewing Cultural Center will open for free public tours from 4-6 p.m. Mondays beginning May 6. Tours run from May to October.
May 2019 was a great time to be a Redbird.
Illinois State University has surpassed the $150 million goal set for Redbirds Rising: The Campaign for Illinois State. Alumni and friends have contributed more than $155.4 million to the campaign, helping the University achieve the goal 13 months ahead of schedule.
Redbirds can come together to celebrate equity at Chicago Pride Weekend. Walk in the parade, attend the reception, or cheer from the streets for fellow Redbirds.
Redbirds can come to campus for #RedbirdImpact Alumni Weekend, join an alumni network service project, or share their own ways they make a #RedbirdImpact this June.
