Incoming freshman shows resilience after two tragedies

Tristen Sharp

On October 14, 2015 while crossing the street in her hometown of Mount Vernon, Illinois, Tristen Sharp was hit by a car. She was immediately taken to Cardinal Glennon Hospital in St. Louis where she remained sedated for the better part of two weeks, breathing only through a ventilator. Eventually Sharp became strong enough to

What can SEVEN do for you?

Reggie High Five

A LOT! SEVEN is a DYNAMIC, AMAZING, and FREE participating wellness program providing support for the Illinois State University community in building a healthier you, focusing on seven dimensions of wellness: emotional, environmental, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational.

2016-2017 winners find opportunity in SEVEN

Happy Person Jumping

As a free program for all Illinois State students, faculty, and staff, the SEVEN program encourages individuals to engage in the seven dimensions of wellness: emotional, environmental, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational.

Welcoming our new Redbirds

Illinois State welcomed our new Redbirds to campus last week. While faculty and staff work diligently to prepare for the arrival of new students to Illinois State, many do not recognize the role a small group of current students play in our major campus event, Welcome Week.