Join WGSS for “Rural Perspectives on Design,” a multimedia exhibition curated and designed by an ISU anthropology and women’s, gender, and sexuality studies graduate student, Sierra Mack-Erb. This exhibit is on display at the Rachel Cooper Art Gallery, located on the second floor of Rachel Cooper Hall, and is free and open to the public. The exhibition is available to view Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.This multimedia research exhibit draws from a Citizen’s Institute on Rural Design national participant study and focuses on rural communities across the country that are working to develop revitalization plans. This interactive display serves to share Mack-Erb’s academic work with community members and spark imagination about rural revitalization.The exhibit, which includes photos, oral histories, and visualizations from Mack-Erb’s master’s thesis, highlights the importance of providing support to disinvested rural communities. It will be on display through April 30 in Rachel Cooper Hall, Room 237, located at 275 S. University Street, Normal.Exhibition Reception: Friday, March 21, 2025, from 4–5:30 p.m. in the gallery. Refreshments provided.For questions or accommodations, please contact the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program at wgstudies@IllinoisState.edu.

Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule and the College of Applied Science and Technology cordially invite you to the Vertical Farm at Illinois State University Ribbon Cutting Ceremony taking place at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025, at the Vertical Farm located adjacent to the Office of Sustainability at 305 N. School St., Normal.Free parking will be available in the Bone Student Center pay lot.If you need a special accommodation to participate, please contact Rachel Caracci at (309) 438-8790 or rrcarac@IllinoisState.edu. Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.The Vertical Farm is a collaborative effort with the College of Applied Science and Technology, the Department of Agriculture, and the Office of Sustainability.

Are you lost if your exam doesn’t come with an Opscan sheet? Do you shudder at the thought of your professors’ essay questions? Come to this workshop to gain skills to help you ace your next essay test. You’ll learn how to read test questions, organize your thoughts, and work efficiently under stress. Call the Visor Center at 309-438-7100 or stop by to sign up!

For additional information contact Dr. Kim Risinger (309) 438-8100