Students who identify as first-generation (first-gen) students recommended their favorite places on Illinois State University’s campus through a self-guided audio tour.
Innovation: CAST Connections’ first-gen students help create audio campus tour
Unit: College of Applied Science and Technology
Visionary scholars in Latin American and Latinx studies: Dr. Marta Ascherio
Spotlight on Scholars in the Latin American and Latina/o/x Studies program at Illinois State University. This series celebrates the diverse and remarkable faculty, staff, and students at Illinois State University, highlighting their unique journeys, research, and teaching contributions.
The PodCAST: A conversation with Sandy Shelton, family and consumer sciences alum
The College of Applied Science and Technology has released the next episode of the college’s new podcast, The PodCAST. This episode features a conversation with Sandy Shelton, an alum of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, who currently serves as Regional Manager for Barnes and Noble College.
CAST Connections to celebrate First Gen Fellows’ members in honor of National First-Generation Day
This year, CAST will celebrate National First-Generation Day by highlighting First Gen Fellows members through a week-long tribute that puts emphasis on the students’ class experiences and outlook on their future.
Touchdown: Redbird Rockets host rocket landing competition
Illinois State University’s Redbird Rockets hosted the Vertical Landing Rocket Competition October 28.
ROTC alum Michelle Letcher ’95: ‘I consider it an honor to have served’
This Veterans Day will be the first time in three decades that retired Brig. Gen. Michelle Letcher ’95, who first answered the call to serve and defend the nation as an undergraduate at Illinois State University, is living the civilian life again.
Driven to make a difference: Alum introduces Rivian EVs to new customers and employees
A 2019 graduate of Illinois State University’s sustainable and renewable energy program, Sara Keene ’19 is a launch service advisor with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian.
Kate Wajda ’13 finds home in Illinois Gay Rodeo Association
Kate Wajda ’13 found an inclusive community in the Illinois Gay Rodeo Association.
Artificial intelligence will … change the world
Illinois State experts weigh in on the importance of learning about the advantages of, and working with artificial intelligence.
Let’s talk turkey: Software developed by alum provides farmers a sixth sense
Turkey farmer Jason Yordy ’07 developed TurkeyTrac, a software program that combines experience with technology, providing real-time data on factors that impact the health, growth, and profitability of the flock.
