Graduating Redbird Daisy Rodriguez wants to do her part to make the business world more accessible for all people, regardless of their background. Much of that drive came directly from the leadership roles she has held at Illinois State University.
Unit: University College
Retirement celebration for Julie Paska, April 20
llinois State University will celebrate the 34-year career of Julie Paska ’85, Athletics senior academic advisor, from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, at the Aaron Leetch Stadium Club, with remarks being delivered at 4 p.m.
Spring Internship Fair connects recruiters with students from all majors
To support Redbird career success, Career Services is hosting the Spring Internship Fair on Thursday, February 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Brown Ballroom of the Bone Student Center.
Clint Smith selected as recipient of 2022 Herb Sanders Award for Outstanding Academic Advisement
Clint Smith has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 Herb Sanders Award for Outstanding Academic Advisement.
Retirement reception for Angie Cowles on January 28
Angie Cowles is retiring from Illinois State University at the end of January after 30 years of service, 29 of those with University College.
Dr. Shatoya Black named president-elect of Illinois TRIO chapter
Please join University College staff in congratulating Assistant Director Dr. Shatoya Black on being named president-elect of Illinois’ TRIO chapter.
Welcomed without worry: Transfer students embraced at ISU
Something very subtle and successful has happened in the Office of Admissions. Staff have implemented academic policies, created a system of partnerships, and established an outreach plan so effective that enrollment has shifted. Today one in three students attending ISU is a transfer.
‘You can do this’: University College offers students a fresh start
When Amaya Sessom found herself in an academic struggle during her freshman year, the easiest path would have been to ignore the seriousness of the situation and quit. But, instead of quitting, she asked for help.
New podcast elevates voices of first-generation students at Illinois State
The newly launched First Generation Triumph Podcast’s purpose is to elevate the voices of first-generation students at Illinois State University by offering them a space to share their lived experiences.
First Gen Celebration 2021, November 1-5
The celebration honors First Generation Week, a campus-wide tribute to the contributions and achievements of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who were the first in their families to enter higher education.