Unit: Student Affairs

Move-In 2024 is almost here!

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As the fall 2024 semester rapidly approaches, nerves may begin to settle in for some students and parents. To help ease your transition to college life, University Housing Services wants to share the top 10 tips to help you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare to move in.

Fall booking for RSOs opens on August 5

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On Monday, August 5, 2024, starting at 8 a.m., the Event Services and Catering Office at Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality will begin accepting room bookings from Registered Student Organizations wanting to host events for fall semester at the Bone Student Center.

Civil Service July Spotlight: Megan Patterson

Reggie standing back to back with Megan Patterson

The Civil Service Council will feature a civil service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Career Services Internship Connections Coordinator Megan Patterson.

Jenna Swingler is the Redbird behind 2024 Fear the Bird shirt

Jenna Swingler proudly wears the Fear the Bird shirt she designed in front of the Bone Student Center.

Jenna Swingler, a senior graphic design major, created this year’s Fear the Bird design. The program promotes Redbird spirit and the Bone Student Center as a vibrant gathering space. Visit Fear the Bird website to know about the incentives offered to those who wear the bird shirt at the Bone Student Center on Fridays. The shirts are available at the Redbird Spirit Shop.

Murray the Magician to perform during Family Weekend 2024

Murray The Magician holding a balloon dog figure during a performance.

Murray The Magician brings his magic act to Illinois State University as part of the 2024 Family Weekend activities. The show takes the stage on Saturday, September 14, at 7 p.m. in Braden Auditorium at the Bone Student Center. 

Become a Curb Bird for Move-In 2024

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Curb Birds play a vital role to the Move-In experience. While a rewarding volunteer experience, being a Curb Bird means being one of the first welcoming faces students and families see when they arrive on campus!