Each month we showcase student scholarship recipients with the drive to succeed. This month, meet four students committed to chasing their dreams, no matter the challenges they may face.
March Redbirds on the Rise
Unit: College of Education
Wolfinger named College of Education dean
Illinois State University Provost Jan Murphy has announced the appointment of James Wolfinger as dean of the College of Education, effective July 1.
Illinois State graduate programs advance in the U.S. News & World Report rankings
Illinois State demonstrated its level of excellence for its graduate programs in the College of Education, its part-time MBA program in the College of Business, and its master’s degree programs in Mennonite College of Nursing.
LGBTQ+ literacy advocates, authors of Reading the Rainbow, to speak March 6
Caitlin Ryan and Jill Hermann-Wilmarth, co-authors of the book Reading the Rainbow, will speak at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, in the Brown Ballroom of the Bone Student Center.
Student to student: Career ambassador shares importance of quality communication skills to a career
Good communications skills are essential to one’s career success. Career Ambassador Brooklyn Vogel provides tips for students on how to develop this very important transferable skill.
Scholarships inspire future teachers
Sara Koziol is a junior history-social sciences education major whose dream job is to teach high school students in her hometown of Joliet. She was inspired to join the education system by her mother who has been an elementary school teacher for 19 years.
Illinois National Board First Time Candidate Fee Subsidy opened February 12
Illinois National Board First Time Candidate Fee Subsidy opened February 12.
Loyalty Circle Reception inspires $200,000 gift
For Leonard Roth, philanthropy is not just a way to stay connected to Illinois State. It’s become his personal mission.
Meaningful adapted physical education experience for ISU students
Jon’s Heroes in Training is a program for physical education teacher education (PETE) students to gain experience in meeting the needs of individuals with autism.
Students, alumni connect with employers at Spring Career Fair and Education Career Fair
As spring approaches, many students begin thinking about employment after graduation, and many alumni may be considering a career change. To help Redbirds with their careers, the Career Center is hosting its Spring Career Fair and Education Career Fair.
