Student Activities and Involvement – Page 4

RSO of the month: The Association of Latinx American Students fosters an appreciation for diversity

The Association of Latinx American Students (ALAS) at Illinois State University provides programs and activities that foster a better understanding and appreciation for the cultural diversity of the Latinx community. ALAS President Mario Romero works with an executive board of peers to operate the RSO. The board worked with Romero to describe the registered student organization’s (RSO) main functions

RSO of the month: Student Wellness Ambassador Team (SWAT) promotes wellness among students

SWAT members with masks posing at the GSpot

The Student Wellness Ambassador Team (SWAT) at Illinois State University provides wellness resources to students and the community. SWAT hosts events to promote the eight dimensions of health and provides physical resources to Illinois State students through the Wellness Gazebo, the GSpot. President Tatum Flores said the group holds educational workshops on campus that cover

Asian Pacific American Coalition promotes diversity and belonging among students

APAC board members dressed up and smiling

A spotlight on the Asian Pacific American Coalition (APAC), which members describe as a family that provides an inclusive space.

RSO of the month: Illinois State’s ‘Spread the Magic’ inspires smiles across the state

Students dressed as the Little Mermaid, Rapunzel, Elsa, and Spiderman smiling and waving

Spread the Magic, a registered student organization (RSO) at Illinois State, delivers positivity to healthcare centers and events in Bloomington-Normal. Members typically dress in costume as Disney characters or superheroes before heading out to visit with children, individuals with disabilities, or the elderly. President Leela Wolgemuth said the group is now hosting meetings over Zoom

Career Services relocation creates vision for Redbird professional success

Now on the Bone Student Center’s second floor, Career Services’ new location brings career support and vision to the University.

Keeping the faith: Campus ministries offer connection, support

The Campus Ministry Association and Registered Student Organizations focused on faith and spirituality haven’t gone away. Instead they’re finding new ways to support spiritual health and well-being, including weekly services and programs, physically distanced dinners, and one-on-one counseling.

RSO of the month: Sigma Alpha Iota members bond over musical passions

Female-identifying music fraternity Sigma Alpha Iota (SAI) provides a welcoming environment for women who love music at Illinois State University. President Megan McDillon said she knows Greek life can be intimidating but believes that joining SAI is an easy and empowering process. “Our goal is to promote interaction between those who share a commitment and

Illinois State student Naudia Williams named America’s Best College Poet

A selfie of Naudia Williams wearing a yellow shirt

Naudia Williams named America’s Best College Poet after competing with students from across the country.

RSO of the month: College Mentors for Kids builds important relationships

College mentors and elementary school mentees pose with four dogs

Illinois State’s chapter of College Mentors for Kids gives current students the opportunity to connect with local elementary school students. President Allison Isom said the registered student organization’s (RSO’s) main priority is to reach the children who will benefit most from educational and social mentorship. “These kids come from low income areas where their parents

Kits for First-Gen Redbirds help students feel at home at Illinois State

The First Gen Redbirds and MECCPAC joined together to provide supplies for students on campus during these uncertain times.