From the beginning of a holiday tradition to Abraham Lincoln’s role in starting the University, Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
This month in Illinois State University history: December
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This month in Illinois State University history: November
From a historic concert at Horton Field House, to a key game in the Redbirds’ longest football rivalry, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
This month in Illinois State University history: October
From an alum’s World Series victory to how Redbirds celebrated Halloween more than a hundred years ago, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history. October 15 Cecilia Suarez ’95 Today is the final day of Latinx Heritage Month, a time to celebrate Latinx history, culture, and contributions. One of the leading
This month in Illinois State University history: September
From the origins of Redbird volleyball to the launch of the University’s Department of Special Education, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
A toast to (breaking) tradition: The complicated history of beer at Illinois State University
Dry for nearly 100 years, Normal’s decision in 1973 to allow alcohol sparked economic growth, community controversy, and, most recently, Redbird-branded beers.
This month in Illinois State University history: August
From the first big-league appearance by an alum to celebrating the University’s 25th anniversary (143 years ago), historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
This month in Illinois State University history: July
From the first day of the University’s 16th president to the impact of a historic heatwave on campus, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
Radical roots and enduring activism: Milestones in LGBTQIA+ history at Illinois State University
This timeline traces the evolving landscape of queer presence, activism, and institutional change at Illinois State University and beyond, from early organizing efforts in the 1960s through the tumultuous 2020s. Drawing on newspaper and newsletter reports, oral history interviews, university archives, and first-person recollections, it highlights both the setbacks and triumphs that have defined this resilient community’s fight for understanding, equity, and justice across more than six decades.
Preserving Pride: Oral histories project documents history of Illinois State’s LGBTQIA+ community
Illinois State University, home to one of the first queer college organizations in the country, has a long history of impactful LGBTQIA+ students and staff on campus.
This month in Illinois State University history: June
From winning an individual national track and field championship to producing nationally acclaimed Civil War-era music, Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history.
