Thrust into the starting running back position after preseason All-American Mason King suffered a season-ending injury, Illinois State’s Wenkers Wright is ready to run.
Running back, a 4.0 student, brings determination, humility to every play
Unit: University Marketing and Communications
Students build skills, make an impact through summer internships
Internships offer students opportunities to gain on-the-job experiences that build upon what they’ve learned in campus classrooms. We interviewed four students who pursued their professional aspirations through summer 2024 internships.
Behind the numbers: Jeff Mavros breaks down historic incoming class on Redbird Buzz
Jeff Mavros, M.S. ’06, executive director of Admissions and recruitment marketing, joins Redbird Buzz to discuss Illinois State University’s historic incoming class for fall 2024, which is the University’s largest and most diverse in school history.
Caroline Lecoeur ’21 dives into role at Paris Olympics on Redbird Buzz
Caroline Lecoeur ’21 joins Redbird Buzz to share her experience as Deputy Manager for Diving at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Photo gallery: Redbirds flock to the first week of fall semester
Redbirds returned to campus for the first week of the fall semester. Whether it’s finding a new study spot, catching up with friends in between classes, or participating in back-to-school events, our Birds didn’t waste any time diving back into campus life following quieter summer months.
Provost Dr. Ani Yazedjian kicks off academic year with Redbird Buzz
Illinois State University Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Dr. Ani Yazedjian joins Redbird Buzz to share her journey to this role and the upcoming academic year on campus.
Our Newest Redbirds: Business education major draws inspiration from his family, aims to be a teacher and entrepreneur
Growing up, incoming freshman Josh Ortiz didn’t have to look far to find a role model. His mother, Montserrat Cervantes, was right there showing him the way.
A big #RedbirdWelcome: Your best photos, posts during Welcome Week, Move-In
Staff, faculty students, and the community worked together to make Illinois State University our newest Redbirds’ new home away from home during this year’s Welcome Week and Move-In.
Our Newest Redbirds: Early childhood education major strives to be a ‘positive light’ in the classroom
Incoming freshman Summer Fields will study early childhood education at Illinois State University. She carries with her four years of experience helping preschoolers prepare for grade school, and the rest of their lives.
Civil Service August Spotlight: Julie Mana-ay Perez
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 senior social media coordinator, Julie Mana-ay Perez.
