UPDATE: The @Salon event scheduled for March 21 has been postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. An update will be provided if this event is rescheduled.
Unit: Office of the President
POSTPONED: Maurice Clarett talk on personal responsibility, March 19
POSTPONED: The March 19 keynote by former professional football player Maurice Clarett has been postponed until further notice.
Maura Toro-Morn named David A. Strand Diversity Achievement Award recipient
Dr. Maura Toro-Morn has been named the recipient of the 2020 David A. Strand Diversity Achievement Award.
Adaptapalooza event celebrates recreation without limits, February 26
Members of the Illinois State University community can experience how recreation can be adapted for those with disabilities at the annual Adaptapalooza from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 26, in the Student Fitness Center.
Doris Houston named to new role for diversity and inclusion
President Larry Dietz announced the creation of a new position to move diversity initiatives forward on campus, naming Professor Doris Houston as the interim assistant to the president for diversity and inclusion.
Obsidian: Literature & Arts in the African Diaspora announces re-release of Obsidian Speculating Futures: Black Imagination & the Arts
Obsidian Literature and Arts in the African Diaspora is proud to announce the re-release of Obsidian Speculating Futures: Black Imagination and the Arts now available at Small Press Distribution.
Black Heritage Ball to celebrate African diaspora, February 29
Tickets are available for the ball, which is a celebration of community, culture, and performance.
Founding Celebration, February 19-20; Purnell investiture moved to next year
Illinois State University will celebrate its 163 years during the Founding Celebration, February 19-20. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Andrew Purnell’s investiture will be postponed until next year.
U-Club: President Dietz to give university update
President Larry Dietz will present “Illinois State University Update” at the University Club at 4:30 p.m. Friday, February 21, in the Founders Suite of the Bone Student Center.
Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon, February 19
Illinois State University faculty and staff are invited to the Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, February 19.