International Pathways

Meet the December 2025 GradBird Scholar: Emmanuel Agyei

Agyei wearing a blue patterned traditional outfit stands in a bright hallway with benches, posters, and a water fountain.

The Graduate School has selected Emmanuel Agyei as its December 2025 GradBird Scholar.

Career tips for graduating Redbirds

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Whether you’re heading to grad school, diving into the job market, or still exploring your options, Career Services is here to help you launch your next chapter with confidence.

Complete Graduating Student Survey for chance to win Redbird swag

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Before you toss your cap in the air, take a few minutes to complete the Graduating Student Survey for a chance to win!

Pathway impact: Global Redbirds soaring

Pathway Programs provide promising international students who do not fully meet traditional admission requirements an opportunity to join Illinois State.

Office of International Engagement Celebrates Homecoming Week with Cultural Banner Display

During Homecoming Week, the Office of International Engagement invited students, faculty, and staff to take part in a fun and creative project: a collaborative banner celebrating Illinois State University’s international community.

Illinois State University to celebrate International Education Week 2025

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Illinois State University will observe International Education Week (IEW) during the first week of November 2025.

International Engagement by the numbers

International Students standing with Reggie Redbird mascot on quad in front of Schroeder Hall before fall classes began

The Office of International Engagement (OIE) at Illinois State University welcomed 110 new international students this fall, topping the projected total of 80.

ICYMI: Spring and summer highlights from the Office of International Engagement

International student and international engagement office staff get together for a group photo to celebrate spring graduation

The team at the Office of International Engagement (OIE) have been like ducks: Calmly swimming on the surface, feet paddling furiously below.

International Redbirds get career support

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Events and services help Illinois State’s international students and alumni with their careers.

Series supports Redbirds exploring graduate school

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Whether you’re just beginning to explore graduate school or actively preparing to apply, this series is designed to meet you where you are.