Campus News
- Indian and LGBTQIA+ Cultural Dinner: ALOK emphasizes that ‘joy is your birthright’ALOK shared their journey to self-discovery and living authentically with a sellout crowd of around 400 people during Illinois State University’s Indian and LGBTQIA+ Cultural Dinner.
- FirstWord: Spring 2025A message from University Marketing and Communications Executive Director Brian Beam, M.S. ’94, MBA ’10
Media Relations
- Illinois State, UFISU Tenure-Track Faculty Union Reach Tentative AgreementIllinois State University and United Faculty of ISU (UFISU), the Union that represents non-administrative tenured and tenure-track Illinois State faculty, are pleased to announce that the parties have reached a tentative contract agreement.
- A message to the campus community on faculty negotiations, April 3, 2025The Provost thanks the University’s and Union’s negotiating teams for their continued good faith efforts during this week's ongoing faculty negotiations, referring to it as an indication of the deep care each group has for the broader good at Illinois State.
Redbird Life News
- Free test prep resources now available to RedbirdsCareer Services is pleased to announce that through a new Illinois state-wide partnership, Illinois State University students will now receive free access to Kaplan’s industry-leading test prep resources for graduate admissions exams, licensure, and credentialing exams, as well as skills development courses. This new program, called Prepare for Illinois’ Future Powered by Kaplan’s All Access License is administered by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). These educational tools augment any existing resources and help prepare students to take the next step in their career journey after graduation. This program will provide students with free access to over 40 courses, equipping them to take required exams such as the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT, and many more. Highlights of the program include: Test prep courses—The course options available will vary depending on their degree level. Cost—The test prep courses are completely free to Illinois State students. Access—The portal to enroll and begin courses is now available from the Career Services website. Students must sign up using their school email address to get the free resources. Faculty/staff orientation Kaplan will host program orientation sessions beginning the week of March 24. The goal for the sessions include: Gain a deeper understanding of the tools and support available to certain program areas Discuss strategies for effectively utilizing Kaplan resources in your programs Engage with Kaplan experts and academic consultants “We are thrilled to offer this free and necessary resource to our current Redbird students,” said Career Services Director Quanisha Kumi-Darfour.
- Call for Nominees for the Commitment to Career Excellence AwardsCall for Nominees for the Commitment to Career Excellence Awards Nominations due April 7 Career Services is proud to announce the inaugural Commitment to Career Excellence Awards. These prestigious awards aim to celebrate the collective responsibility we uphold in preparing Redbirds for their futures. By recognizing the outstanding contributions of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and employers, this event highlights our shared dedication to career development. Nominations are now being accepted for Illinois State University students, registered student organizations, faculty, staff, alumni, and employers and are due April 7 by 4:30 pm. Access the award descriptions, nomination form, and more information at Commitment to Career Excellence Awards. Award Categories: Career Champion of the Year Career Services Staff Member of the Year Employer of the year Career Services Student Staff Member of the Year Employer of the Year (for-profit and non-profit) Engaged Alumni Award Internship Coordinator of the Year Intern of the Year RSO of the Year If you have questions or require assistance submitting your nomination, please contact Tamanna Tasmin at ttasmin@ilstu.edu. Thank you for your support!
Athletics News
- Redbird Standouts Wrap Up Season At NCAA Washington RegionalIllinois State gymnastics seniors Jaye Mack, Sara Wabi and Alana Laster represented the Redbird program Friday on a national stage, as the Redbird trio competed against some of the best collegiate gymnasts in the country at the 2025 NCAA Washington Regional Championships at Alaska Airlines Arena.
- ISU Heads North to Kishwaukee IntercollegiateAfter a strong performance at a difficult course in Memphis, the Illinois State men's golf team travels north to compete in the one-day Kishwaukee Intercollegiate, hosted by Northern Illinois University.
Publications
- A message to the campus community on faculty negotiations, April 3, 2025The Provost thanks the University’s and Union’s negotiating teams for their continued good faith efforts during this week's ongoing faculty negotiations, referring to it as an indication of the deep care each group has for the broader good at Illinois State.
- Milner Library announces applications for its next Circus and Allied Arts fellowshipMilner Library will award fellowship(s) of $1,500.00 to selected scholars interested in researching any topic that requires the onsite use of the Circus & Allied Arts Collection at Illinois State University.