Monster studies often intersect with literature, psychology, anthropology, history, and cultural studies. It explores how monsters reflect societal fears, moral issues, and psychological conflicts, making it a multidimensional field that’s intellectually stimulating.
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Brittney Vietti receives Extraordinary Experiential Learning Coordinator award
Brittney Vietti, director of Enrollment Management and Undergraduate Studies for the Department of Politics and Government has been recognized as the 2023-2024 recipient of the Extraordinary Experiential Learning Coordinator award.
ReggieCon Live presents Apocalyptic Reimaginings: A Generative Flash Fiction Experiment
On Saturday, April 27, from 5-6 p.m., the English Department will sponsor the session titled Apocalyptic Reimaginings: A Generative Flash Fiction Experiment in the Circus Room at Bone Student Center.
CSD studies abroad
After a hiatus in travel due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) students and faculty are back to traveling the globe. Study abroad provides students with the opportunity to experience other cultures, form stronger relationships with the faculty and fellow students, and connect with individuals around the world. The CSD department offers two trips every year: one during Spring break and one during Winter break.
Join WGLT for an open house May 1
The Illinois State University campus and Bloomington-Normal community are invited to an open house celebrating our new location on May 1 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Nominations for honorary degrees open, due September 15
Illinois State University is requesting nominations for candidates for the Honorary Degree. Honorary degrees may be awarded by Illinois State University in recognition of persons who have achieved a record of major distinction at the state or national level in education, public service, literature, business, fine arts, or other professions.
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies marks 50th anniversary with historic exhibit
The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program is celebrating its 50th anniversary this spring with a retrospective exhibit from Illinois State University’s archives.
Jack Abraham awarded Grabill-Homan Scholarship
Political science major Jack Abraham is the recipient of the Grabill-Homan Scholarship, which is awarded by the peace and conflict resolution studies program.
Riaz presents at Tufts University
Distinguished Professor Ali Riaz participated in a panel discussion on elections in South Asia at Tufts University in Boston.
Dr. Ali Riaz interviewed by IPCS on Bangladesh and its neighbors
Distinguished Professor Ali Riaz has been interviewed by the Parallax webcast titled “Behind the Ballot,” of the Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies (IPCS) of India, on the recent general elections in Bangladesh and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the country and its government.