For many new students, finding a group of friends can be one of the most overwhelming parts of arriving on campus. Jaden Echols realized this firsthand, and was one of the catalysts who sparked the formation of the Black Excellence registered student organization (RSO).
Unit: Diversity Advocacy
Multicultural Outreach Team’s Student Spotlight: Triston Brown
Triston Brown, a second-year graduate student studying cultural anthropology, wears many hats on Illinois State’s campus.
Doctoral alum’s monument is at the center of the movement for racial equality in NYC
As modern-day foot soldiers march in the biggest city of a nation they believe has not always delivered the same promises to certain groups of people, they often gather at the site created by an Illinois State doctoral alum.
Black Solidarity March and Vigil, August 24
Black Girl Code will hold a Black Solidarity March & Vigil at 6 p.m. Monday, August 24, in front of Cook Hall on the Illinois State University Quad. Masks are required for this peaceful protest.
Psychology student starts Black Student Psychology Association
This semester there will be a new Registered Student Organization (RSO) on campus. Psychology student, Yarisheia Tiggs, is proud to launch the Black Student Psychology Association (BSPA) where she will serve as Founder and President.
Illinois State University to rename floors in Watterson Towers
President Larry Dietz announced Illinois State University will rename floors in the Watterson Towers residence hall.
Celebrate 30 years of ADA by supporting student access
Student Access and Accommodation Services is taking the lead to expand opportunities for universal student learning during the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Healing Justice Circle: Black Students
The Multicultural Center along with Student Counseling Services is hosting the virtual Healing Justice Circle for Black Students at 3 p.m. on July 23 via Zoom.
Recognition ceremonies celebrate graduates with videos
In the face of unprecedented events, the University’s recognition ceremonies forged ahead and found new ways to celebrate 2020 graduates.
Barriers to health care for transgender individuals
An inability to access health care can be dangerous-both physically and mentally. For those who identify as transgender, even the idea of seeking care can be stifled by fear of prejudice.