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Homecoming

Raise the banner October 13-19, 2025 with a parade, 5k run/walk, tailgating, and football.

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Events

Sep 30 – Jan 17
"Who's There?" (Fall Student Exhibition at CIRA)
Join us for this exhibition at the Student Art Gallery located in the lobby of Central Illinois Regional Airport (CIRA).Free and open to the public during gallery hours. Gallery information and hours are available online: https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/airport-gallery/.For questions or accommodations, please contact the Wonsook Kim School of Art office.*Exhibition Reception: Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 5-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.
Oct 7–17
Studio BFA collaborative exhibition
Join us for this exhibition at the Student Art Gallery located in Julian Hall.Free and open to the public during gallery hours. Gallery location and hours are available online: https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/student-art-gallery/.Exhibition Reception*: Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.For questions or accommodations, please contact the Wonsook Kim School of Art office.
Oct 8
11:30 AM
Queer Talks Lunch 'n' Learn: Stepping Up As An LGBTQIA+ Ally In Times Of Crisis
Join Queer Coalition and CIPD’s David Giovagnoli for a catered lunch followed by an interactive workshop exploring tactics participants can use to grow their LGBTQIA+ allyship in today’s fraught political climate. Register here by October 1st in order to participate in the lunch portion of the event (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.).

News

This month in Illinois State University history: October
From an alum’s World Series victory to how Redbirds celebrated Halloween more than a hundred years ago, historian Tom Emery explores this month in Illinois State University history. October 15 Today is the final day of Latinx Heritage Month, a time to celebrate Latinx history, culture, and contributions. One of the leading Mexican actresses in
Redbirds grow through GROWMARK’s summer IT Innovation Internship program
Transfer student Aaliyah Thomas knew she wanted a change of academic scenery.
Beyond the headlines: Stephanie Rodriguez ’18 connects with communities through bilingual reporting
Stephanie Rodriguez ’18 never imagined her journalism career would take her from reporting on a dramatic murder trial featured on the true crime show 48 Hours to covering alligator mating season in Florida. Only seven years in, she's earned an Emmy nomination, worked in four television markets, and has became a voice for those who often go unheard.
Video: Blooming for 20 years: Horticulture Center welcomes community for annual Autumnal Festival
From volunteers to students, the people behind ISU’s Horticulture Center are preparing to mark its 20th anniversary during the Autumnal Festival.
Our newest Redbirds by the numbers: Fall 2025
Nearly 6,000 new Redbirds are on campus this fall, as Illinois State University continues the trend of attracting strong classes of high-achieving students.