From the darkest depths of death and despair, Dr. Theoneste “Theo” Nzaramyimana, M.S. ’17, discovered life in a garden.
Unit: Agriculture
Recap: CAST’s 2024 Science and Technology Week
The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) recently hosted a successful Science and Technology Week.
The PodCAST: A conversation with Julie Hewitt, agriculture alum
The College of Applied Science and Technology has released the next episode of the college’s new podcast, The PodCAST. This episode features a conversation with Julie Hewitt, an alum of the Department of Agriculture who currently serves as executive director of the Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council.
Horticulture Center grows interdisciplinary collaboration during Earth Month
April is Earth Month, and Illinois State University’s campus is blossoming with opportunities to celebrate nature. The seeds for one such initiative were planted by senior environmental systems science and sustainability (ESSS) major Haley Cepek.
Alumna blazes the way in Illinois Air National Guard
Jennifer Aurora ’96, a two-time Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran, recently retired as the first female command chief master sergeant in the Illinois Air National Guard. Her unwavering commitment, leadership prowess, and pioneering spirit have not only shattered barriers but also inspired others to reach new heights.
CAST Academy of Achievement inducts new members
Meet the newest inductees of the College of Applied Science and Technology’s (CAST) Academy of Achievement.
Dr. Matt Kaplan to present on intergenerational living, learning, and community building, April 12
Dr. Matt Kaplan will present on intergenerational living, learning, and community building at 10:15 a.m. Friday, April 12, in the Milner Library Speaker’s Corner. This event is free and open to the public.
The PodCAST: A conversation with Bill Engel, agriculture alum
The College of Applied Science and Technology has released the next episode of the college’s new podcast, The PodCAST. In each episode, we’re sitting down with an alum of the college, and today we have a chance to talk to Bill Engel, executive vice president and the general manager of BRANDT’s specialty formulations operating company.
Inside look at the recipients of the inaugural Advancing Research and Creative Scholarship program awards
Learn more about the collaborative research projects that received inaugural Advancing Research and Creative Scholarship (ARCS) program awards.
Grant and research news (Spring 2024)
Here is some research and grants news from the spring 2024 Redbird Scholar magazine.