The Illinois State University Alumni Association believes in lifelong learning and career development even after graduation. The ISU Alumni Association Book Club provides members an opportunity to read, discuss, and interact through lifelong learning topics. As a part of the latest reading selection, Glory Be, members and nonmembers of the book club can hear from the author, Danielle Arceneaux. Be sure to register in advance to gain access to the talk.The first in a vivid and charming crime series set in the Louisiana bayou, introducing the hilariously uncensored amateur sleuth Glory Broussard. Perfect for fans of Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club. *A Washington Post Best Mystery Novel of the Year* It’s a hot and sticky Sunday in Lafayette, Louisiana, and Glory has settled into her usual after-church routine, meeting gamblers at the local coffee shop, where she works as a small-time bookie. Sitting at her corner table, Glory hears that her best friend—a nun beloved by the community—has been found dead in her apartment. When police declare the mysterious death a suicide, Glory is convinced that there must be more to the story and, with her reluctant daughter, with troubles of her own, in tow, launches a shadow investigation in a town of oil tycoons, church gossips, and a rumored voodoo priestess. As a Black woman of a certain age who grew up in a segregated Louisiana, Glory is used to being minimized and overlooked. But she’s determined to make her presence known as the case leads her deep into a web of intrigue she never realized Lafayette could harbor. Danielle Arcenaux’s riveting debut brings for an unforgettable character that will charm and delight crime fans everywhere and leave them hungry for her next adventure.

Peach Pit with special guest Leah Marlene are coming to Braden Auditorium on Tuesday, September 24, at 7 p.m. in celebration of Illinois State University’s Homecoming.Tickets are $30 and $20 and will go on sale to Illinois State students, faculty, staff, and the public on Wednesday, June 5, at 10 a.m. at ticketmaster.com or at the Braden Box Office, located in the Bone Student Center, 200 North University Street in Normal.

Solo works by Olga Amelkina-Vera, Thomas Flippin, and Nikita Koshkin. Chamber works by Poul Ruders, Kenneth Fuchs, and Jurg Kindle. Guest performers include, Jillian Kouzel (oboe), Rachel Hockenberry (horn), and Igor Kalnin (violin).For additional information contact Dr. Favis (309) 438-7123

You’ve studied for the exams, you know your materials, you even tutored your roommates but you got to the exam hall and you just blanked out. You could not remember anything!! Test Anxiety is common to many students. While everyone feels some degree of anxiety during tests or exams, it becomes an issue when anxiety makes you feel anxious, ill, or develop brain freeze during an exam or test. This interactive workshop will explore the issue of anxiety from the students’ perspectives, what it is, and how to overcome it. Call 309-438-7100 or stop by the Visor Center to sign up!

Presented by CAST Connections and Student Counseling Services, this presentation is designed to give you the tools to reduce anxiety while communicating, while also presenting communications strategies to help improve conversations with classmates, professors, and more!

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.