Presentations and publications by Illinois State University faculty and staff members.
Research and Honors, May 2024
Unit: Media Relations
Rachel Caracci selected as Director of Presidential and Trustee Events
President Aondover Tarhule is pleased to announce that Rachel Caracci has accepted the position of director of presidential and trustee events, effective May 8, 2024.
Dr. Ani Yazedjian named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost
President Aondover Tarhule is pleased to announce that Dr. Ani Yazedjian has accepted the role of vice president for academic affairs and provost for a five-year contract, effective May 1, 2024.
Dr. Natalie Shaheen wins $1.5 million NSF CAREER grant
Dr. Natalie L. Shaheen, assistant professor in the Department of Special Education (SED) is the recipient of a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER grant of just over $1.5 million.
Benefit Choice Fair and upcoming enrollment period
The annual CMS Benefit Choice Open Enrollment Period will run May 1-31, with elections effective July 1. A Benefit Choice Fair will be held Tuesday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Prairie Room, Bone Student Center.
Spring 2024 Commencement, May 10-11
Illinois State University’s spring commencement will be held in five ceremonies with two on Friday, May 10, and three on Saturday, May 11, in CEFCU Arena.
Illinois State University cultural recognition ceremonies to celebrate graduating students
Registered student organizations (RSOs) at Illinois State University affiliated with the Multicultural Center will host 2024 cultural graduation recognition events. Lavender Graduation kicks off the celebrations on April 20, followed by Nuestros Logros, MAPS, and Umoja: Black Graduation Celebration.
Targeted search announced for vice president for academic affairs and provost position
President Aondover Tarhule has announced a targeted search for the role of vice president for academic affairs and provost. Dr. Ani Yazedjian is the nominee and will host a Campus Open Forum on Thursday, April 25, at 11 a.m., in the Old Main Room, Bone Student Center.
Secretary of State mobile office, April 23, 2024
The Secretary of State’s Office will provide services at ISU from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, in the Spotlight Room of the Bone Student Center.
ISU Planetarium hosts free programs April 5-6 to explore the upcoming solar eclipse
The Illinois State University Planetarium will host free programs for visitors to learn about the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse. Free programs will be offered Friday, April 5, 2024, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, April 6, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., under the dome of the Planetarium.
