Civil Service September Spotlight: Gracen Lukoskie

Headshot of Gracen Lukoskie

The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud building service worker, Gracen Lukoskie.

Annual Campus Communication for Dismount Zones

Dismount Zone sign featuring Reggie Redbird on campus

Illinois State University is continuing the implementation of dismount zones for bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and other recreation and transportation devices. Dismount zones are reserved for pedestrian use, and riders are required to dismount and walk their devices through these areas. This applies to electric, motorized, and manual devices. Dismount zones were enacted as a campus safety measure.

Saying goodbye to an iconic Austrian pine

Old Main and Cook Hall with the young Austrian Pine on the forground lawn.

This summer we say goodbye to our iconic Austrian Pine that has been part of the Fell Arboretum since the 1900s. We celebrate the comfort and shade it’s provided to our campus community over the many years.

Civil Service April Spotlight: Christa Lawhun

Christa Lawhun

The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Facilities Management Customer Service Representative Christa Lawhun.

Spring Reminder: “Walk your wheels” no April Fools joke for campus dismount zones

Reggie walking with a bicycle

Dismount zones across the Illinois State University campus are marked and reserved for pedestrian use. As warmer weather arrives, recent social media posts on campus channels aimed to remind students, faculty and staff that dismount zones prohibit bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and other recreation and transportation devices. Despite the fun, April Fool’s message, no exemptions for

Civil Service March Spotlight: George Redell

George Redell

The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Safety Environmental Compliance Officer with Environmental Health and Safety, George Redell.

Civil Service January Spotlight: Jeffrey Ridinger

Jeffrey Ridinger

The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Milner Library Head of Access Services, Jeffrey Ridinger.

Civil Service December Spotlight: Arnold Hernandez

Arnold Hernandez

The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Assistant Superintendent of Building Maintenance Arnold Hernandez.