Student recital

April 14, 16, 21, 23 (Mondays/Wednesdays) 1:30-3:30 p.m.Attend in person at ISU’s Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main St., Normal            ORWatch Online via ZoomFEES:$35 for Senior Professional members (includes all four sessions)$45 for non-members (includes all four sessions)For in-person participation, pricing is per person.For Zoom participation, pricing is one registration per household.Price includes:Four 2-hour sessions (one Academy of Seniors class).$15 single-session option available for in-person attendance (pay at door).Register online at seniorprofessionals.illinoisstate.edu or call (309) 438-2160.Zoom participants will receive a Zoom link a week prior to the start of the class(es) and again on the day of each session.Class DescriptionMore than any other form of contemporary technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought the Baby-Boomers’ sci-fi-fantasies (or nightmares) to reality. Originally coined in 1956, the term artificial intelligence has emerged as a headline grabber, tied to everything from drone warfare to intelligent, “living” art shows. In fact, AI has forced contemporary culture to reexamine ancient questions related to authenticity, authorship, and “being” in both scientifically profound, and very personal ways. This class will examine whether we should love, run away from or simply learn to live with the new “un-reality” that is AI.Tom McCulley, Associate Professor of Humanities, Heartland Community College

Note Taking and Textbook Reading discuss strategies on how to take effective notes based on your class environment and how to stay active while reading your textbook. Explore different methods of organizing your notes and deciding what is important to write down. Call 309-438-7100 or stop by the Visor Center to sign up!

For additional information contact Dr. Angelo Favis (309) 438-7123

Celebrate Earth Day on Thursday, April 22, 2025, from 8-10 a.m. at the Illinois State University Bone Student Center Brown Ballroom.Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. Parking is available in the Bone Student Center Parking lot.The ISU Earth Day Breakfast features Author & Climate Activist, Zahra Biabani. Author of Climate Optimism, Biabani offers an inspiring and hopeful perspective on tackling climate change, highlighting “Earth Wins,” actionable solutions, and the power of collective action to create a sustainable future. This Earth Day, we will focus on providing the hope we need in challenging times, shining a light on the positive changes and innovative efforts happening worldwide to create a brighter, more sustainable future for all.A Zero Waste breakfast including a variety of local foods, Vegan options, and Fair Trade coffee and teas will be provided. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!$10: Students$25: ISU Faculty, Staff, and General Public*Ticket sales end Friday, April 11, 2025This event is sponsored by the ISU Office of Sustainability, and co-sponsored by the College of Business, the Department of Health Sciences, the Department of Geography, Geology, & the Environment, and Leadership, Education, & Development (LEAD)

Join us for this exhibition by our Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts (GD BFA) students at the Student Art Gallery located in Julian Hall at Illinois State University.Free and open to the public during gallery hours. Gallery information and hours are available online: https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/student-art-gallery/For questions or accommodations, please contact the Wonsook Kim School of Art office.*Exhibition Reception: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. in the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.