Illinois State alumni, family, and friends are invited to cool off at Illinois’ largest waterpark this summer and enjoy a famous sandwich, straight from Normal.
Unit: Alumni Engagement
Jim Bennett ’87 joins Redbird Buzz to share his story of service and leadership
Illinois Department of Human Rights Director Jim Bennett shared his story on the Redbird Buzz podcast.
ISU Night at the Corn Crib, July 2
Fireworks, all-you-can-eat baseball favorites, bobblehead giveaway, and more for our night at the Corn Crib.
#RedbirdImpact: How one Redbird’s impact is saving lives across the globe
When Redbird Jerry Wirth ’88 was inducted into the College of Business Hall of Fame at Illinois State’s 2004 Homecoming, he had no idea the connection he made that weekend with fellow alum Mike Richard ’75 would turn into a project that would help children around the world.
Newton ’10 pays forward donors’ investment
Neil Styczynski had considered funding a college scholarship someday. But meeting then 17-year-old Dr. Kate (Norcross) Newton ’10 made him think, “If not now, when?” Styczynski and his wife, Joan, decided to establish the Neil and Joan Styczynski Scholarship at Illinois State for transfer students who want to teach and demonstrate a financial need. Newton was the scholarship’s second recipient.
Redbird Legacy: The Caffey brothers establish memorial scholarship
There was never a doubt in the Caffey brothers’ minds. After high school, they would go to college.
Nominate alums for Homecoming royalty
Plans are underway for Homecoming 2022: Celebrating Red happening October 10-16.
Grehan ’20 captures sister Leah Marlene’s journey to American Idol finale
Long before American Idol top-three finalist and Normal native Leah Marlene captivated a nationwide audience, her older brother, Shea Grehan ’20, had a clear picture of Marlene’s incredible potential.
It’s not summer without Chicago baseball
Alumni can enjoy Chicago baseball with a Cubs game on June 3 and President Terri Goss Kinzy throwing the first pitch at the White Sox game on July 29.
Alumni meeting set for June 11
Alumni are invited to the Alumni Association annual meeting to elect board members and vote to amend the Association’s constitution.