The Illinois State University Recreation and Park Administration’s inaugural graduating Class of 1974 is excited to celebrate the program’s 50th anniversary with an alumni reunion on the campus September 24-26, inviting all program alumni from 1973-1976.Tuesday, September 247 p.m., informal dinner with location to be determined. Final details will be sent in confirmation email. Responsible for own cost.Wednesday, September 2511 a.m., lunch with Parks and Recreation Society student officers at McCormick Hall12:30-2 p.m., annual RPA student and alumni meet and greet on the Quad: A time to network with current students and share career advice2:30 p.m., ISU campus tour6 p.m., 50th anniversary meal at our private residence: Cost to attend is $35 and includes appetizers, catered meal and dessert.Thursday, September 269-11 a.m., nostalgic driving tour: Visit places of fond memories including Lake Evergreen, Miller Park, Funks Grove, and more11:30 a.m., lunch with KNR faculty at McCormick Hall: Receive an update on the program and hear from Dr. Dale Cruse, creator of the RPA department, via Zoom Cost is $15.1-5 p.m., social time at private residence: Relax and enjoy board games, foosball, hot tub and sharing of memories to be included in school communications.6 p.m., informal dinner with location to be determined and return to private residence for games and social time. Responsible for own cost.All events are free to attend unless noted above. Register online by September 10 or call Alumni Engagement at (309) 438-2586. Address of private residence will be sent in confirmation email.Make a reservation at our host hotel, The Chateau in Bloomington. Send ISU and family photos, work experience synopsis, and networking tips to ISU.RPA.Reunion@gmail.com along with any questions or ideas to include in reunion week.

The GSpot is our portable wellness gazebo that is utilized by Health Promotion and Wellness and the Student Wellness Ambassador Team.The gazebo travels to various locations on campus each week (see the schedule below or go to the Campus Events Calendar) to provide information and resources on a large variety of health and wellness topics, condoms, and fun giveaways for Illinois State University students, faculty, and staff. For more information about the G Spot, or if your group or organization would like to have information at the G Spot, contact Health Promotion and Wellness at (309) 438-WELL (9355).Condoms and other health and wellness resources are also available at the Health Promotion and Wellness office, located in 187 McCormick Hall.Rain Locations:9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, and 10/23 ~ McCormick Underpass10/30 ~ Watterson Dining Hall

Visiting Artist Ruby Que will give an artist talk on Wednesday, September 25 from noon–1 p.m. at University Galleries. The talk is free and open to the public.Ruby Que will be on campus as a Visiting Artist from September 2 – October 16, 2024.

Join University Galleries education staff for a self-directed hour of drawing inspired by current exhibitions: Selects: Libby Rothfeld; Rafael Soldi: A moon, a peephole, an explosion, or a flashing memory; and Norman W. Long: Calumet in Dub.

The Student Wellness Ambassador Team (SWAT) is an RSO composed of students from different backgrounds who share a passion for health, wellness, advocacy, and civic engagement. SWAT members are trained by Health Promotion and Wellness staff to act as credible resources for fellow students in regards to a variety of issues related to overall well-being. SWAT provides members with an inclusive and supportive social circle, skill-building and resume building experiences, and an abundance of leadership opportunities.In addition to attending weekly meetings to engage with a variety of wellness issues, SWAT members can volunteer to help facilitate educational and interactive presentations (workshops) on a number of health topics. They can also volunteer to help staff ISU’s wellness gazebo, known as the “GSpot,” in which they provide students with free wellness materials, such as condoms and lubricants. Other volunteer opportunities and social activities for SWAT members to participate in occur each semester.SWAT members meet on Wednesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. in McCormick Hall, room 262. You are still welcome to join if you need to arrive late or leave early for other priorities. You can also get involved with SWAT by participating in SWAT volunteer and social opportunities. 

Multiple-choice, essay, true/false, or short answer? This interactive workshop is designed to discuss strategies for creating your own study tools to prepare before your test, during a test, and how to respond after a test.