Friday, April 25, 2025
- All day“Rural Perspectives on Design” ExhibitionJoin 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.
- 8:30 AM9hWGSS Student Research SymposiumThe Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Student Research Symposium is a daylong celebration of student scholarship, creative work, and ideas that are underrepresented in Illinois State University's traditional curriculum. The 28th Annual Symposium takes place Friday, April 25th, 2025 between 8:30am - 5:30pm in the Prairie Rooms of the Bone Student Center. Registration is required; this event is free and open to the public.Hosted by: Women's, Gender, and Sexuality StudiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11233033
- 10:00 AM45mCancelled: International Students: You are invited to the weekly "How Do I?" Writing & Study-Skills WorkshopsWill you be writing a research paper or group project this semester? Every week, we answer your questions and offer tips on developing, researching, writing, and presenting research papers and projects. See this week’s topic below. Come to the in-person workshop on Thursdays in Fell Hall 2012 from 12:15 to 1:15 pm OR On Fridays over Zoom from 10:00 to 10:45 amRegistration forTHURSDAY IN-PERSON & FRIDAY ZOOM(12:30-1:15 pm) (10:00-10:45 am)https://forms.office.com/r/DEu56p9PL3 Friday Zoom Link:https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/81002452518Dates Workshop Topics Feb. 6/7How do I narrow a topic into a thesis or research questions? Feb. 13/14How do I identify reliable sources for my research paper? Feb. 20/21How do I read and analyze research articles? Feb. 27/28How do I create an annotated bibliography (summary, analysis, response)? March 6/7How do I summarize, paraphrase, & quote correctly & avoid plagiarism? SPRING BREAK WEEK March 20/21How do my team and I succeed in completing group projects? March 27/28How do I write a useful and effective outline? April 3/4How do I format an APA-style paper? April 10/11How do I write a strong literature review? April 17/18How do I polish my draft using editing and proofreading strategies? April 24/25How do I plan and prepare for final exams and projects? Hosted by: Office of International EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11009872
- 10:00 AM6hFix It FridayGet your clothes mended! Stop by on one of our scheduled dates with an article of clothing or other textiles in need of a basic fix. We offer quick repairs such as mending a hole or sewing on a button. Our volunteers will repair it on the spot for free! We can help your favorite clothes last longer!Hosted by: Fix It Friday, Office Of SustainabilityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10784027
- 10:00 AM6hThe Share ShopGrab what you need at the Share Shop! The ISU Share Shop is a free resource-sharing store located in the Office of Sustainability at 305 N. School Street. Students can shop for a variety of FREE items such as clothing, shoes, accessories, small household items, textbooks, and more.Hosted by: Office Of SustainabilityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10784244
- 11:00 AM1hDrop-in Calculus I Tutoring (MAT 145)Drop-in to get free assistance on Calculus I (MAT 145) or to discuss study techniques! Contact the Visor Center at 309-438-7100 for more information! When: Tues 7-9pm / Weds 4-6pm / Thurs 4-6pm / Frids 11am-12pm Where: Dr. Julia N. Visor Academic Center (basement of HewMann) Tutor: A current ISU student who has previously completed this courseHosted by: University College/Julia N. Visor Academic CenterAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10939880
- 11:00 AM1hEconomics Drop-in Tutoring (ECO 101/102)Drop-in to get free assistance on your ECO 101 or ECO 102 Economics courses or to discuss study techniques! Contact the Visor Center at 309-438-7100 for more information! When: Mondays 11:30am – 2pm / Wednesdays 11:30am – 2pm / Fridays 11am-3pm Where: Dr. Julia N. Visor Academic Center (basement of HewMan) Tutor: A current ISU student who has previously completed this courseHosted by: University College/Julia N. Visor Academic CenterAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10943973
- 12:00 PM1hConversations CaféCome join in on the fun at the Conversations Café! Each event will take place from noon-1 p.m. in the OIE Lobby on the second floor of Fell Hall. The Conversations Café is a casual 1-hour social hosted monthly by OIE for both international and domestic students that simulates a relaxing coffee shop atmosphere. Come practice your English language skills, build new friendships, and enjoy stress-relieving activities. Check out our new craft table! All students are welcome to join the conversation, play board games, enjoy hands-on crafts and experience the Café. Hosted by: Office of International EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11161008
- 5:00 PM2hIllinois State University Softball vs University of Northern IowaIllinois State University Softball vs University of Northern Iowa
- 5:30 PM3hPaintballing-Urban Warfare BloomingtonOn April 25th at 6pm we will go to Urban Warfare in Bloomington near Rivian to participate in a group paintballing event! Cost is free and we will carpool there. If you are interested, please RSVP to Kaitlyn Koenigstein at kakoen1@ilstu.edu or 618-340-6436 call or text. We will meet at Wittenberg Lutheran Center at 5:30pm at the latest (201 S. Main Street Normal IL, a 5 minute walk from the quad) to arrive at Urban Warfare at 6pm to check in. We will begin playing rounds of paintballing at 6:30, finishing up around 8pm. We reserved 15 spots, so RSVP as soon as possible to guarantee your spot. Please wear comfortable athletic clothing that is thick to minimize the impact the paintballs will have when you get hit (you don't want too many bruises!!) If you have questions or want an accommodation, please contact Kaitlyn Koenigstein (kakoen1@ilstu.edu / 618-340-6436).Hosted by: Wittenberg Lutheran Student OrganizationAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11190627
- 6:00 PM3hIllinois State University Baseball at Southern IllinoisIllinois State University Baseball at Southern Illinois
- 7:30 PM2h 30mSpring 2025 Dance Concert - IntermixThis semester's dance concert will feature choreography from Lana Werner-Powell, Darby Wilde, Gregory Merriman, Jacob Henna, and guest artist Paula Sousa. Get your tickets here: https://illinoisstatefinearts.evenue.net/events/ARTSSOTD5Hosted by: School of Theatre and Dance, Wonsook Kim College of Fine ArtsAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10892345