The Illinois State University Alumni Association believes in lifelong learning and career development even after graduation. Take advantage of these free webinars and live streams as they fit into everyday life to continue to learn and grow together as Redbirds. Be sure to register in advance to gain access to the webinar.We all know the toll that stress, burnout, and the everyday pressures of adulthood can take on our happiness and success. At the same time, the market is flooded with quick fixes, but true well-being blossoms from a strong inner core. Are you ready to level up your well-being and thrive in today’s demanding world? Join us for an insightful webinar, led by the renowned psychologist and author of Flex Your Feelings, Dr. Emily Anhalt. In this data-backed session, Dr. Anhalt will guide you through the crucial concept of emotional fitness, revealing the seven essential traits that empower you to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and grace. Forget fleeting solutions – Dr. Anhalt will offer practical, actionable strategies to cultivate lasting emotional strength.

All university affiliates and their loved ones are invited to join Queer Coalition for a Bowling Bash at Illinois State’s Bowling and Billiards Center on Thursday, July 31, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Pizza, drinks, and bowling shoe rentals will be provided. RSVP is required by the end of the day on July 24.Queer Coalition is Illinois State’s sponsored LGBTQIA+ faculty, staff, and graduate student affinity group. Those who wish to join are invited to fill out a membership form at the Queer Coalition website. Please email LGBTQ@IllinoisState.edu with any questions or feedback.

Grab those sunglasses and dancing shoes, bring the Redbird family and friends, and get ready to share in some good times at our annual cookout. All alumni, new graduates, current Illinois State students, former attendees, and Illinois State organizations are invited. The group will provide some favorite cookout foods and drinks until exhausted and keep the music going until dusk.Please note, that this is an alcohol-free area, and no alcohol is permitted at the event. Questions? Contact Sandra R. Kelly ’77, cookout chair.