Nominations for honorary degrees open, due September 15

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Illinois State University is requesting nominations for candidates for the honorary degree. Honorary degrees may be awarded by Illinois State University in recognition of persons who have achieved a record of major distinction at the state or national level in education, public service, literature, business, fine arts, or other professions.

Redbird designer behind the 2023 Fear the Bird shirt

Maggie Kline stands in front of Illinois State University emblem in Bone Student Center wearing Fear the Bird shirt.

The 17-year tradition of Fear the Bird shirts continues to feature student-made designs. The 2023 Fear the Bird Shirt was designed by Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality (EMDH) graphic design intern Maggie Kline.