Konesha Rhea shares what it means to be the first Black woman to lead a boy’s football team in the Chicago Public League and in the state of Illinois.
Former Redbird blazing trails
Unit: Black Colleagues Association
Guiding words from fellow colleagues
This year the Black Colleagues Association (BCA) asked several members to share a word that will guide them through the new year. Here are a few responses.
Black Colleagues Association seeks mentors
The Black Colleagues Association (BCA) is expanding opportunities for alumni to be engaged. One way is through building meaningful relationships with current Redbirds.
BCA summer recap: Back to normal and moving forward
Much was celebrated at the BCA weekend in Chicago when Redbirds gathered for a reception and a cookout.
Redbird alumna’s memories are ‘golden’
The lessons Sharon Ponder-Ballard ’86 learned as a political science major helped to mold her into a powerful educator who would go on to win the prestigious 2022 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching.
A recap of #RedbirdImpact Month 2022
Redbirds recorded over 350 hours, hosted multiple service projects, and made gifts to support scholarships during the month of June for #RedbirdImpact Month.
Honoring a legacy: Andrew Purnell Jr. reception
Honor a legacy and celebrate the life of Andrew Purnell Jr. on June 24 in Chicago.
A spring message from BCA President Daniel Pierson
President Daniel Pierson is calling all Redbirds to volunteer, give, and help uphold the BCA mission.
Next level leadership for Black Colleagues Association
Hear how BCA’s president and vice president own experiences led to their goals set for the network.
Redbirds come together to make a #RedbirdImpact this June
This year Redbirds can give their time and treasures to make a #RedbirdImpact to help their communities and Illinois State University.
