Illinois State freshman Jalen Love learned early on the value of going to college and pursuing a degree. His parents, Larry and Betty Love, were both first-generation college students who found a home at the University.
Unit: Alumni Engagement
How we met: Mary and Phil Loveall
An ordinary day on campus turned out to be anything but for Phil Loveall ’63, M.S. ’65.
Pause for applause: Spring 2020
We applaud these Illinois State alumni featured in the April 2020 issue.
Lifelong learning: Alumni appreciate free access to webinars
The Alumni Association provides lifelong learning and career development opportunities for Redbirds long after graduation.
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.
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.
Two years after graduating, Health Sciences alumna protects her community from coronavirus
Less than two years after graduating, an Illinois State Health Sciences alumna has found herself on the frontlines of the response to coronavirus (COVID-19).