Illinois State University’s Solar Car Team finished second place in their division at the 2022-2023 Solar District Collegiate Design Competition.
Solar District Cup Team wins second place in division at 2023 Solar District Cup
Unit: Technology
Technology alum named Technology Education Association of Illinois ‘New’ Middle School Teacher of the Year
Robert Scornavacco ’08 ’14, M.S. ’20, who has earned bachelor’s degrees in industrial computer and tech education and a master’s degree in STEM education from Illinois State University, was recently named the Technology Education Association of Illinois “New” Middle School Teacher of the Year.
FIREbird grant recipient advances augmented reality research
Ahead of the University Research Symposium on April 14, junior sustainability and renewable energy major Isaac Galewsky reflects on his experience as a presenter a year ago and the lasting impact it had on him.
Senior hockey player scores unexpected friendship
As Grayson skated around Grossinger Motors Arena in Downtown Bloomington, Kate and Paul noticed him trying to keep up with a member of the hockey team—Redbird senior construction management major Wil Kelly. Grayson and Kelly ended up skating side-by-side until the arena closed for the evening.
Energy expert to speak on achieving net zero energy, climate change March 28
Todd Rusk, a certified energy manager, will provide a breath of fresh air on the topics of renewable energy and net zero energy on Tuesday, March 28 in Moulton Hall, room 208 at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Reuse and recharge: Alum investigates the power of lithium-ion battery recycling
As electric vehicles powered by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries become increasingly common on U.S. roadways, Dr. Jessica Durham Macholz ’10, M.S. ’12, is working to expand recycling opportunities for batteries at the end of their usable journeys.
Grants support cattle, farm, cotton, and concrete research
Check out the latest research and grant news from the spring issue of Redbird Scholar magazine.
Emily Calandrelli to headline the 2023 Science and Technology Week, March 28
Emily Calandrelli of the Netflix series Emily’s Wonder Lab will headline the 2023 Science and Technology Week with a talk at 7 p.m. March 28.
Women in Tech Series: Mary Ditchen
This March, Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions of women in our society which are often overlooked. This year we commemorate women’s experiences with a series on Women in Technology at Illinois State! This week’s Women in Tech is Mary Ditchen.
Technology alumnus creates opportunity from adversity
Doug Simpson, engineering technology ’08, M.S. project management ’11, is a proud technology alumnus and credits much of his success to Illinois State University.
