The University’s landscape changed markedly during the spring semester with the ongoing removal of Atkin-Colby and Hamilton-Whitten residence halls, as well as the attached Feeney Dining Center.
End of an era: South campus residence halls demolished
Unit: Alumni Engagement
A heart for Haiti: Educator helps ‘the least of these’
Jamie Schumacher has made a connection to a place and its people that runs deep like an electric current, which is no small feat in an island nation where electricity can be pretty unreliable.
Two Redbird greats join MVC Hall of Fame
Former Illinois State baseball star Dave Bergman ’78 and cross country and track standout Sue Daggett Miller ’97 are two of six inductees in the Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame 2016 class. Bergman is the first Redbird baseball player and Miller the third women’s track and field honoree chosen. Their inclusion brings ISU’s inductees to 10.
Redbird legacy: Lanier family sends 2nd generation to ISU
Redbird pride runs deep in the Lanier family. A legacy that started with three brothers now extends to the second generation of their five children, all of whom were enrolled this past academic year. Jeff Lanier ’89 was the first to attend Illinois State. The oldest brother, he paid for his own education and chose
Alumni meeting set for June 18
Alumni are invited to the Alumni Association annual meeting at 9:30 a.m. on June 18 in the Alumni Center.
Alumni invited to Cubs, White Sox games this July
Redbirds can root for their favorite Chicago baseball team this summer with these alumni-favorite events.
Washington, D.C., alumni invited to Redbird Reception, June 8
Reconnect with Illinois State University along with D.C. summer interns at this special Redbird Reception.
Baltimore alumni invited to special Redbird Reception, May 25
Illinois State is coming to the Baltimore area to share in Redbird pride with alumni.
Calling all Redbirds in the Big Apple
Join NYC alumni, President Larry Dietz, and many familiar faces from the College of Fine Arts during this Redbird event on June 6
Chicago young alumni beer tasting, summer gathering, July 7
Join Redbirds for this private event that includes unlimited beer tasting, tour, appetizers, and more.
