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, September 17, 2025, from 5-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.

Join the Dallas/Ft. Worth Area Alumni Network for a summer gathering at the house of network leader Susan Nelson-Brown ’78. Redbirds are in for a special treat: Dr. Joe Johnston, chair of the ISU Department of Accounting, will join the group to share campus updates.Bring your favorite summer beverage, and snacks will be provided. RSVP to Nelson-Brown at snelson-brown@browntaxes.com by May 29.

Rehearsal/Event Information: ISU SOM Alumni Concert Band 2025Alumni Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/r/sxb5X1bZyb | Due May 1stFor additional information contact Lauren Bobarsky (309) 438-7265

The Peoria Area Alumni Network invites you to sample wine and cheese in the company of Redbirds at the breathtaking Mackinaw Valley Vineyard!Say cheers to a beautiful afternoon overlooking the water and vineyards with fellow alumni. Celebrate the common bond that is Illinois State University, and what better way than with a glass (or three) of wine! Guests will also receive a tour, hear from network leader Joe McGuire ’77, and listen to live music.1 p.m., Tasting and cheese pairing2 p.m., Tour of vineyard3-4 p.m., Redbird social timeCost is $15 per person and includes the tasting/cheese pairing, tour of the vineyard, and light appetizers. Additional drinks and items will be available for purchase. Register by 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 23 online or call Alumni Engagement at (309) 438-2586. The suggested age to attend is 21 and older.Stay updated on Peoria area events and connect with fellow Redbirds through the Peoria Area Alumni Network Facebook group.

This session will provide participants with important and usable knowledge to help support students with disabilities in higher education. The presenters will guide you step-by- step through various ways to improve the curation and creation of digital course content. Participants will create an individual plan to update course content using tips and tricks for choosing documents and media universally designed for all students at Illinois State University. Registration is required by Friday, May 30th, 2025.

Got a course plan you want to develop for online delivery? This internationally recognized workshop includes an overview of the Quality Matters Rubric and provides a framework for participants to design an online course plan. An integral element of the workshop is an exploration of the eight General Standards of the QM Rubric, focusing on learning objectives and overall course alignment. Participants will complete a Course Development Plan. The plan includes all of the essential Specific Review Standards (SRS) with space for how the participant will meet the SRS in their course and what resources they will need. Registration is required by Friday, May 30th, 2025.

This week-long workshop series introduces participants to the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), a form of inquiry based on investigating and improving teaching and/or learning.  Through a mix of interactive discussions, case studies, and guided work sessions, participants will explore key SoTL concepts, including research design, ethical considerations, and methods for gathering and analyzing data on student learning. Throughout the week, the facilitator will provide individualized feedback to help participants refine their SoTL questions and align them with effective methodologies. By the final session, participants will have developed a plan for a SoTL project tailored to their disciplinary and institutional context. All participants will be provided a copy of SoTL in Action for use in and beyond the workshop.Applications are required by Friday, May 30th, 2025.

Historic Ewing Manor will be open for public tours from 4 to 6 p.m. Mondays, May through September. The last tour will start at 5:15 p.m. A tour will start approximately every 15 minutes. No reservations required. The manor is located at 48 Sunset Road, Bloomington, IL. Parking is across the street at St. John’s Lutheran Church.Ewing Manor is closed on May 26, July 7, and September 1, no tours will be offered on these days.Trained docents will be available to assist the visitors through the three floors of the manor. Tours are without charge, but a $5 donation is suggested for the restoration of the manor. Must be able to climb stairs.Built in the late 1920s by Davis and Hazle Buck Ewing, the channel-Norman-style residence was home to many of Ewing’s efforts to support the causes of education, women’s suffrage, and world peace. Donated to the Illinois State University Foundation upon her death, the Ewing Cultural Center is now home to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival and the Genevieve Green Gardens.

Learn strategies and processes for managing difficult classroom situations and facilitating difficult conversations. First, you’ll learn preventative strategies for creating a “safe” classroom environment where students can engage in dialogue that fosters an understanding of diverse perspectives. Then, you’ll learn strategies that will help you intervene in challenging situations and disruptive behaviors in your classrooms. Whether your course covers controversial topics or not, “hot moments” could arise in any classroom. Knowing strategies to deescalate tense situations would help you and your students work through tough issues and create shared understanding. You’ll get a chance to practice the strategies with colleagues in this interactive workshop. Registration is required by Monday, June 2nd, 2025.

Got a course plan you want to develop for online delivery? This internationally recognized workshop includes an overview of the Quality Matters Rubric and provides a framework for participants to design an online course plan. An integral element of the workshop is an exploration of the eight General Standards of the QM Rubric, focusing on learning objectives and overall course alignment. Participants will complete a Course Development Plan. The plan includes all of the essential Specific Review Standards (SRS) with space for how the participant will meet the SRS in their course and what resources they will need. Registration is required by Monday, June 2nd, 2025.

Join fellow Redbirds for an insightful, virtual conversation focused on what’s new at the ISU Center for Civic Engagement. Special guest Katy Strzepek, Director of the Center, will share key updates and changes that have taken place since you graduated, highlighting how the office continues to evolve and serve the Redbird community.You’ll also learn about meaningful ways to stay connected and support civic engagement efforts as an alum. Don’t miss this chance to catch up, stay informed, and see how the #RedbirdImpact continues to grow.Register online prior to the event to receive the link.Can’t make it to one of those scheduled activities? Register any volunteer hours between now and the end of June to help reach the 450-hour goal. Each time an alum or friend submits hours, they will also be entered to win the summer impact prize that will include items to enjoy a relaxing day outside after working hard to make a #RedbirdImpact.

Explore ways to increase interactivity and engagement within your online courses, while also meeting federal regulations for distance education. Regular and substantive interaction (RSI) is a federal requirement for all online courses that distinguishes “distance education” from “correspondence education”—the latter is ineligible to be paid for by federal financial funding (i.e., the University must return all financial aid tuition used for the course). Come and learn what constitutes RSI and how you can build RSI into your courses. (Hint: You are likely already doing some of this.) Registration is required by Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025.

Join the Greater Chicago Alumni Network and the Latinx Alumni Network during #RedbirdImpact Month this June by preserving nature with a little cleaning. Volunteers will head to Miller Meadows Forest Preserve for a clean-up day around the area.Following the two-hour service project, all volunteers are invited to a complimentary lunch at the Tamale Hut, a short drive from the project area.9-11 a.m., service project @ Miller Meadow-South Forest Preserve Area #7, 1st Ave, south of Roosevelt Rd, Cook County, (near Forest Park)11 a.m., complimentary volunteer lunch @ Tamale Hut, 8300 Cermak Rd, RiversideSpace is limited. Gloves and bags will be provided. Register by 4:30 p.m. June 1 online or call Alumni Engagement at (309) 438-2586.How else to make a #RedbirdImpactAlumni and friends can join a Redbird scheduled #RedbirdImpact service project including a special day on campus.  Can’t make it to one of those scheduled activities? Register any volunteer hours between now and the end of June to help reach the 450-hour goal. Each time an alum or friend submits hours, they will also be entered to win the summer impact prize that will include items to enjoy a relaxing day outside after working hard to make a #RedbirdImpact.Those interested in coordinating a service project for their area Redbirds in June can reach out to the Alumni Engagement Office for help with promotions and registrations.

Peer observation can be a valuable tool for gathering feedback on teaching practices. When used in a formative manner, feedback gathered from peer observation can encourage scholarly teaching and has the potential to transform teaching and learning (Barbeau & Happel, 2023). This workshop is intended for faculty and course instructors who are interested in developing their teaching through a peer observation or those who are in mentoring roles. In this session, we will examine the role peer observations play in professional growth, identify effective practices in the classroom observation process, and provide strategies for giving formative feedback. Registration is required by Friday, June 6th, 2025.

LAN 41-Skokie and Niles Township action team meets every second Monday of the month at 9 a.m.Teams linkChair: Julianne Rooney

The Peoria County Action Team meets every second Monday of the month.If you are interested in joining this meeting, contact chairpersons: Jere Murry and Joan Pegues.