From the night Jackie Robinson played Illinois State to the birth of an ISU Athletics legend, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
This month in Illinois State University history: December
Unit: Gamma Phi Circus
CAST 2024 Hall of Fame inductees announced
The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) is pleased to recognize some of its most successful alumni through the annual CAST Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
10 ways to have fun in Bloomington-Normal during summer 2024
Bloomington-Normal, ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of “Best Small College Towns America,” is heating up with summer events and activities.
What it takes: Avery Byrd reflects on her time with Gamma Phi Circus so far
Avery Byrd, a four-year Gamma Phi member, has roots in the Gamma Phi Circus that go way back to when she was a pre-teen.
Bringing the ‘Magic of Musicals’ to the stage: Gamma Phi Circus choreographers take the show to new heights
In weeks leading up to the Gamma Phi Circus home shows, April 19-20, seniors Emma Rauschenbach and Sylvia Raquel and sophomore Jillian Riley have been busy perfecting the troop’s choreography inspired by favorite musicals.
CAST presents 2024 Science and Technology Week
The College of Applied Science and Technology is proud to present the 2024 Science and Technology Week, celebrating advancements in science and technology and the hardworking, dedicated students and professionals who make those advancements possible. This year’s Science and Technology Week is scheduled to run from April 8-12.
Sophie Remmert: CAST Hero
In the College of Applied Science and Technology, all of our alumni are superheroes, but only some of them actually wear capes. Sophie Remmert ’20, a Gamma Phi Circus alum, is one of the few.
What It Takes: Gamma Phi Circus troupe member shares insight
In the busy student world of textbooks and regular class attendance, Michael Marcheschi, a senior molecular and cellular biology major at Illinois State University has found an unexpected and exhilarating passion—tightrope walking with the Gamma Phi Circus.
What it takes—Gamma Phi Circus student president: ‘Pushing the limits’
Teagan Whitaker, student president of Gamma Phi Circus, states that all through her venture into performance arts, particularly with the Gamma Phi Circus, one thing has enabled her to soar to great career heights– that is, the ability to push the limits.
Kate Wajda ’13 finds home in Illinois Gay Rodeo Association
Kate Wajda ’13 found an inclusive community in the Illinois Gay Rodeo Association.
