History graduate student Tammy Hanse, wrote and successfully defended her thesis this summer on the history of ISU Archives. Tammy did something that hasn’t been done in the department: record the history of the record keepers.
The Milner Library Special Collections and Rare Books Room at Illinois State University is excited to announce the acquisition of Civil War documents written by Jesse Fell.
While there have been hundreds of registered student organizations in ISU’s history, only one club focused on women and their love for their chosen major, physical education. Researchers using the Women’s Physical Education Majors (PEM) Club collection can see how this club became a campus staple through its many sponsored co-ed activities and events.
Summer school is an old tradition on campus. As the education profession grew, so did the curriculum and the student body at Illinois State Normal University.
The historical photos come courtesy of the Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives at Milner Library. The new photos were taken in spring 2015 by University Photographer Lyndsie Schlink.
The Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives, housed in a large warehouse a few miles from campus, holds a trove of historical artifacts that paint a vivid portrait of the University since its founding.
The library catalog will be offline and unavailable starting at 5 p.m. Friday, June 12. It is expected to be back up on Monday, June 15.
When you’re studying for finals week, a little coffee can go a long way. That’s why Illinois State’s Forever Redbirds teamed up with Reggie Redbird for some special deliveries during finals week this year.
Words & Photography: Photo Exhibition Inspired by Bea Nettles will be on display on the sixth floor of Milner Library. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
An Artist Talk & Reception will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, to celebrate artist Rick Lewis’ (In)Visible Men: Examining Stereotypes Through Art, on display until May 9 on the main floor of Milner Library.
