Le Roy High School teacher Brad Marcy ’09, M.S. ’17, engages students through the Good Cemeterian project.
Being of service: A teacher and Army veteran inspires his students to honor those who died for their country
Unit: History
Wrongfully convicted Alan Beaman and his attorney to speak October 22
Alan Beaman will discuss his wrongful murder conviction and how it affected his life in a program titled “Wrongful Conviction: A Conversation with Alan Beaman and his Attorney,” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, in Braden Auditorium.
Anthropology and art history major uncovers career passion during archeological dig
Sarah Schroeder was one of seven Illinois State University students who traveled to Italy in mid-May to participate in the Valle Gianni Field School.
History professor calls for Juneteenth celebrations to amplify the 13th Amendment
In a 2022 essay published in Common Dreams, titled “Why Juneteenth Celebrations Should Acknowledge the 13th Amendment,” Dr. Touré Reed makes the case for why Juneteenth, a federal holiday since 2021, should focus more on the 13th Amendment—and why it matters.
Employer registration now open for 2024 fall career fairs
Register now for the 2024 fall career fairs, as spaces fill up quickly.
Thank you, Dr. Monica Noraian
After 26 years in the history-social sciences education program, the Department of History is saying farewell to Dr. Monica Noraian.
CASNews to resume summer schedule
With the conclusion of the Spring 2024 semester, CASNews will resume its summer schedule of being published every two weeks.
Half Century Club keynote speaker Mike Matejka shares life of impact
Mike Matejka ’74 came to Illinois State University as a transfer student in the early 70s and now over five decades later he became a Golden Redbird and one of the most notable members of the Bloomington-Normal community. He is known for his work as a community leader and Bloomington City Council member. And this year he will be a keynote speaker at the Half Century Club reunion.
Research Challenge Grant winners announced
Eight research projects involving 16 faculty members are the winners of the inaugural Dean’s Research Challenge Grants. Proposals submitted this year were required to focus on one of two themes: “Equity” or “Environment.” Recipients will deliver presentations about their research projects at a College of Arts and Sciences Research Symposium on Friday, October 11.
The history of history education at Illinois State University
For many years, all courses related to teaching were centered in the College of Education. However, for the Department of History, this began to change in the mid-1960s with a federal grant.
