Illinois State University welcomed 4,285 First Time in College (FTIC) students for the 2024-2025 academic year, its largest incoming class in the University’s history, up 3 percent from last year. The new class of students is also the most diverse in school history. Total enrollment is 21,546, marking a 2.7 percent increase over the previous year.
Unit: Media Relations
Research and Honors, September 2024
Presentations and publications by Illinois State University faculty and staff members.
In the News, September 2024
Highlights of stories about Illinois State University experts and initiatives appearing in the media.
Tarhule to deliver State of the University Address, September 19
President Aondover Tarhule will deliver the annual State of the University Address on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 2 p.m., in the Center for the Performing Arts Concert Hall. A reception will be held immediately following the address.
Hazard Mitigation Plan public meeting, September 16, 2024
The community is invited to provide feedback on the draft of Illinois State’s Hazard Mitigation Plan at a public presentation on September 16, 2024.
Get ready for Homecoming 2024: Relive the Moments
Join us for Illinois State Homecoming 2024: Relive the Moments, a full week of Redbird pride, fun, and memory-making.
Secretary of State mobile office, August 27, 2024
The Secretary of State’s Office will provide services on August 27, 2024, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Spotlight Room of the Bone Student Center.
Join us for Million Meal Pack, September 7, 2024
Join us as we team up with State Farm and U.S. Hunger to host the first Million Meal Pack on Saturday, September 7, from 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m., at CEFCU Arena. Volunteers are still needed to help fill teams in the afternoon.
Prepare for emergencies with the new Essential Documents Bag
The new Essential Documents Bag is an important tool to help the campus community better prepare for emergencies.
Board of Trustees action items, August 2, 2024
The Board of Trustees of Illinois State University approved several resolutions at its regular meeting on August 2, 2024. Full text of the resolutions can be found on the Board of Trustees website.