The disruption of the spring semester by the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has also impacted one of Illinois State University’s most cherished traditions: Spring commencement.
Commencement update
Unit: Dean of Students
CANCELLED: Charity Drag Show, March 28
In light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, the annual Charity Drag Show has been cancelled.
POSTPONED: Maurice Clarett talk on personal responsibility, March 19
POSTPONED: The March 19 keynote by former professional football player Maurice Clarett has been postponed until further notice.
Naming opportunities available for new multicultural center
The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs is now actively seeking donors who may be interested in naming spaces within the new multicultural center.
Lunch n’ Unlearn, March 26
Lunch n’ Unlearns are discussions surrounding relevant diversity and social justice topics.
UPDATE: Relay for Life of Illinois State University, March 20
UPDATE: In light of recent campuswide decisions related to COVID-19, our Relay For Life scheduled to take place in person on March 20 is in the midst of being reimagined for the safety of all involved and to adhere to campus cautionary measures.
Maura Toro-Morn named David A. Strand Diversity Achievement Award recipient
Dr. Maura Toro-Morn has been named the recipient of the 2020 David A. Strand Diversity Achievement Award.
Illinois State University earns Carnegie Foundation’s national community engagement designation
Illinois State University has received the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching’s Elective Classification for Community Engagement.
New Student Involvement Center opens in the Bone
The Dean of Students Office opened their new Student Involvement Center (SIC) in the Bone Student Center this month.
Sorority and fraternity leaders ready to advance the community
Illinois State University made history this month, sending 72 undergraduates to the Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV) conference.
