Get your clothes mended! Stop by on one of our scheduled dates with an article of clothing or other textiles in need of a basic fix. We offer quick repairs such as mending a hole or sewing on a button. Our volunteers will repair it on the spot for free! We can help your favorite clothes last longer!Hosted by: Fix It Friday, Office Of SustainabilityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10784024

Will you be writing a research paper or group project this semester? Every week, we answer your questions and offer tips on developing, researching, writing, and presenting research papers and projects. See this week’s topic below. Come to the in-person workshop on Thursdays in Fell Hall 2012 from 12:15 to 1:15 pm OR On Fridays over Zoom from 10:00 to 10:45 amRegistration forTHURSDAY IN-PERSON & FRIDAY ZOOM(12:30-1:15 pm)          (10:00-10:45 am)https://forms.office.com/r/DEu56p9PL3 Friday Zoom Link:https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/81002452518Dates Workshop Topics Feb. 6/7How do I narrow a topic into a thesis or research questions? Feb. 13/14How do I identify reliable sources for my research paper? Feb. 20/21How do I read and analyze research articles? Feb. 27/28How do I create an annotated bibliography (summary, analysis, response)? March 6/7How do I summarize, paraphrase, & quote correctly & avoid plagiarism?  SPRING BREAK WEEK March 20/21How do my team and I succeed in completing group projects? March 27/28How do I write a useful and effective outline? April 3/4How do I format an APA-style paper? April 10/11How do I write a strong literature review? April 17/18How do I polish my draft using editing and proofreading strategies? April 24/25How do I plan and prepare for final exams and projects? Hosted by: Office of International EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11009869

Grab what you need at the Share Shop! The ISU Share Shop is a free resource-sharing store located in the Office of Sustainability at 305 N. School Street. Students can shop for a variety of FREE items such as clothing, shoes, accessories, small household items, textbooks, and more.Hosted by: Office Of SustainabilityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10784227

Drop-in to get free assistance on Calculus I (MAT 145) or to discuss study techniques!  Contact the Visor Center at 309-438-7100 for more information! When: Tues 7-9pm / Weds 4-6pm / Thurs 4-6pm / Frids 11am-12pm Where: Dr. Julia N. Visor Academic Center (basement of HewMann) Tutor: A current ISU student who has previously completed this courseHosted by: University College/Julia N. Visor Academic CenterAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10939877

Drop-in to get free assistance on your ECO 101 or ECO 102 Economics courses or to discuss study techniques!  Contact the Visor Center at 309-438-7100 for more information! When: Mondays 11:30am – 2pm / Wednesdays 11:30am – 2pm / Fridays 11am-3pm Where: Dr. Julia N. Visor Academic Center (basement of HewMan) Tutor: A current ISU student who has previously completed this courseHosted by: University College/Julia N. Visor Academic CenterAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10943970

Since 2008, Bring It Back to Normal (BIBTN) has provided opportunities for students to give back to the community that is home to Illinois State University. In keeping with the tradition of "spring cleaning," we will be assisting local community partners with their outdoor clean-up this year. This spring BIBTN is scheduled to take place during the afternoon of Friday, April 4.   Click HERE to complete the waiver of liability. You cannot volunteer without a waiver of liability.    We will volunteer with the following community partners in groups: Merwin Nature Preserve ParkLands Foundation (Task: invasive plants pick-up on the preserve. Location: Lexington) – FULL.  Project Linus (Task: blanket making for children in local hospital. Location: Bone Student Center, Prairie Room). **Priority for those who cannot attend other sites at all due to accessibility, accommodation, or schedule limitations – 10 volunteers needed. 1 Group Leader needed.  Cruisin Outta Poverty (Task: various tasks as needed in store. Location: Bloomington) – 15 volunteers needed. 2 Group Leaders needed.  Town of Normal Parks and Rec. (Task: outdoor cleaning) – 15 volunteers needed. 2 Group Leaders needed.  Ecology Action Center (Task: trash pick-up along Division Str. Creek. Location: Bloomington) – 30 volunteers needed. 3 Group Leaders needed.  ReStore Habitat for Humanity (Task: donations processing and organization. Bloomington) - 10 volunteers needed. 2 Group Leaders needed.  School Street Food Pantry (Task: donations processing and organization tasks. Normal) - FULL. Fell Arboretum (Task: assist in labeling, data entry, graphic design, etc. for Fell Arboretum’s database). An interest in botany and or communications/graphic design preferred to participate in this. **Only for volunteers who cannot attend other sites due to an accommodation. 2-5 volunteers needed. Office of Sustainability (Task: sewing related. MUST HAVE BASIC SEWING SKILLS. Location: Office of Sustainability). **Priority for those who cannot attend other sites at all due to accessibility, accommodation, or schedule limitations - up to 3 volunteers ONLY. 1 Group Leader needed (basic sewing skills needed).  Office of Sustainability (Project – help remove litter contaminating the ISU Farm on Saturday, April 5 from 10am-3pm with lunch offered – 50+ volunteers needed). 6 Group Leaders needed.    RSVP today for a spot to volunteer here in Redbird Life and report to the Prairie Room in the Bone on the day of the event for check-in starting at 11:45 AM. We will do a pre-reflection activity about service before we head out to our volunteer sites in groups. Your service site will be assigned to you. Please let us know if you need any accommodations. Transportation will be provided for off-campus locations.   Click here to apply to be a Group Leader for one of the sites!   If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, please contact the Center for Civic Engagement at 309-438-1100 or civicengagement@ilstu.edu. Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.Hosted by: Center for Civic Engagement, Office Of SustainabilityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10784370