Each issue we highlight university units that contribute significantly to civic engagement efforts on campus. It would only be appropriate then for our first issue to spotlight Illinois State University’s new hub for civic engagement: the Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning.
Unit: Student Affairs
Redbirds set to make an impact across the country on Alternative Breaks trips
For the 18th year, Alternative Breaks (AB) will send hundreds of students across the country to partner with local community agencies to aid in their missions. This year, AB is connecting with alumni in the communities they are visiting too.
Students support their passion on Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday 2017 was a great success for Illinois State University and the Division of Student Affairs.
Dining discounts for faculty and staff every Friday in February
In celebration of Founders Day on February 15, Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality (EMDH) will offer faculty and staff discounts at both dining centers every Friday in February.
Diversity enriching student government
Last year the Student Government Association (SGA) saw the greatest influx of diverse students in its history. Leaders are looking to continue that wave of change with reforms to voting procedures and upcoming elections.
Day of service promotes social justice
Over 50 students participated in the Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning’s MLK Jr. Day of Service on Saturday, January 20.
Dallinger honored with Gamsky award
The Neal R. Gamsky Quality of Student Life Award was presented to Barb Dallinger. She will also be honored at the Founders Day Convocation.
One-click perfection and what it does to body image
While editing a photo in two minutes with a free app doesn’t seem like it’s doing much harm, the image of perfection, the message of image perfection may make someone else feel as if they’re not doing enough to manage their image or to look good.
Pairing oral sex with protection
Part of college life perks is the independence to make your own choices. With this newly experienced freedom, it is important to be as prepared as possible in order to ensure you and your partners’ safety and well-being.
True Black History Museum conveys past through artifacts, February 24
The University Program Board at Illinois State University will host the True Black History Museum, a traveling museum that teaches black history through the use of rare and authentic artifacts.