When Javier Evelyn ’06 was a student at Illinois State University, he at times felt left out when dining with fellow students on campus. Still, this adversity would later motivate him to launch Alerje Inc., a Michigan-based food allergy management innovation team.
Unit: Black Colleagues Association
Nine receive 2022 Alumni Awards
The Alumni Association recognizes nine individuals and their outstanding achievements and contributions.
Nominations sought for 2023 Alumni Awards
Nominate an outstanding Redbird with the new and improved online nomination form. The deadline to nominate is May 31.
Getting in the holiday spirit with BCA
Members of the Black Colleagues Association took a quick pause from the holiday hustle to reflect on what makes the holidays cozy and bright.
Black Colleagues Association officers elected
The newly-elected executive board will begin their duties this January and serve a two-year term.
Black Colleagues Association celebrates historic Homecoming year
BCA broke records with gifts raised for scholarships at this year’s Homecoming festivities.
Redbirds in love: Al and Murrieal Orendorff
BCA is talking to Redbird couples who discovered love on (or near) the Quad, starting with Al and Murrieal (Gordon) Orendorff.
Dedication to equity helps ISU alum land role at Nike
Dr. Robert Shorty has drawn inspiration from all of his experiences to become a leader at one of the world’s largest corporations. He is a director of Nike Inc.’s Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team.
From Alpha to Omega and back to Delta, ISU celebrates 50 Years of Greeks on campus
This year three organizations—Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority—celebrate 50 years of scholarship, service, and academic excellence at Illinois State University.
Come on back for this milestone Homecoming year
BCA Homecoming 2021 Co-Chairs Dennis Banks ‘85 and Sylvester Davis ’99, M.S. ’04, say celebrating Homecoming each year with the Illinois State Black Colleagues Association is a highlight of their year.