Several scholarships are available through the Alumni Association and its affinity groups. Deadlines vary with the majority closing in November.
Submit applications for Alumni Association, legacy, and affinity group scholarships
Unit: Advancement
Brunch and a Blackhawks game make the perfect holiday gift
Check a gift off the list when you can attend a Chicago Blackhawks game and brunch with fellow Redbirds!
Trick-or-Treat at the Manor, October 31
Ewing Cultural Center will once again host the free Trick-or-Treat at the Manor event from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, October 31.
A Tasty Tour honors 1857 Society donors
On Friday, October 5, 2018, new inductees to the prestigious 1857 Society, as well as members moving up in level within the society, enjoyed the Tasty Tour, a traveling dinner with courses held at four locations across campus.
Parade and football details for Homecoming 2018: Redbirds Rising
Homecoming Saturday is filled with Redbird excitement, especially at the parade, tailgating, and football game.
Watterson Towers to celebrate 50th birthday during Homecoming
This fall, Watterson Towers will be celebrating its 50th year as the tallest point between Chicago and St. Louis. The birthday celebration will take place on Friday, October 12, during Homecoming week.
Redbirds Rising: Illinois State Homecoming set for October 8-14
Redbirds Rising: Homecoming at Illinois State University will be a week of celebration and competition, fun and excitement, and all capped off with Redbird football against Southern Illinois at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 13, in Hancock Stadium.
Agriculture students meet their scholarship donor Luke Bryan
The son of a peanut farmer from Georgia, Bryan is celebrating 10 years of performing Farm Tours at farm-based venues throughout the South and Midwest.
Country singer Luke Bryan creates scholarship for Illinois State University
Country singer Luke Bryan honored his roots by establishing the Luke Bryan Farm Tour Scholarship at Illinois State University, which provides support for students majoring in agriculture.
Ewing Manor to celebrate 90th anniversary with free tours, September 27
Free tours will be offered in celebration of the anniversary. Visitors will see original furnishings and artwork, an exhibit that includes photos of the manor’s construction, and items from a 1928 time capsule.
