Senior interdisciplinary studies major Avery Birnbaum knows exactly what he wants to do after graduating this May: become a zoologist.
Graduating Redbirds: Interdisciplinary studies major aspires to make a career out of his love for animals
Unit: Interdisciplinary Studies
History makers: Students research 1977 National Women’s Conference delegates
History books often highlight prominent historical figures, yet ordinary individuals can also make an extraordinary impact that shapes the course of history. Dr. Kyle Ciani’s HIS 262: History of Women in the United States class is centered around this premise.
Black History Month speaker: Rethinking Race and Social Construction, February 27
Dr. Ken Warren of the University of Chicago will deliver the lecture “Rethinking Race and Social Construction: A View from the Humanities” as the keynote for Black History Month.
Chef Sean Sherman shares insights on rebirth of Indigenous foods
Before he joins virtual audiences for events centered on “The (R)evolution of Indigenous Food Systems of North America,” Chef Sean Sherman, founder of the company The Sioux Chef, took part in a Q and A from Illinois State faculty members.
Chef Sean Sherman leading events on decolonizing food systems
Founder of the company The Sioux Chef, Sean Sherman will share his journey of reviving and reimagining Indigenous cuisine. Events include a Normal Food Summit and a cook along with Chef Sherman.
Help and hope available for students undecided on a major/career
Discover how Career Services assists students with identifying and exploring career paths.
Blackness expressions and children’s literature talks, reading, January 23
Sociologist Chelsea M.E. Johnson, Ph.D., will speak about her studies into the meanings and politics of Blackness and the influence on children’s literature during two talks on January 23.
Five receive 2019 Alumni Awards
The Alumni Association will recognize five individuals and their outstanding achievements and contributions.
Faculty panel on the importance of interdisciplinary studies, February 16
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to hear a panel of campus faculty from different fields discuss interdisciplinary studies at 3 p.m. on Friday, February 16, in Stevenson Hall, room 401.
