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Thursday, October 3, 2024
- All dayVisiting Artist Ruby QueVisiting Artist Ruby Que will be on campus from September 2 – October 16, 2024.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.
- 12:00 PM1hSocial Mixer & Free LunchWe'll be playing games and getting to know new people.Hosted by: University Bible FellowshipAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10245934
- 12:30 PM45mInternational Students: Come to Weekly "How Do I?" Writing & Study Skills Workshops (See Topics)International Students, Will you be writing a research paper or group project this semester? Every week, we answer questions and provide tips to develop, research, write, and present research papers and projects. See the list of weekly in-person sessions held in Fell Hall 202 from 12:30 to 1:15 pm every THURSDAY. Use the QR code to register!Dates Thursday Workshop Topics Fell 212, 12:30-1:15Sept. 5How do I narrow a topic into a thesis or research questions?Sept. 12How do I identify reliable sources for my research paper?Sept. 19How do I read and analyze research articles?Sept. 26How do I create an annotated bibliography (summary, analysis, response)?Oct. 3How do I summarize, paraphrase, & quote correctly & avoid plagiarism?Oct. 10How do my team and I succeed in completing group projects?Oct. 17How do I write a useful and effective outline?Oct. 24How do I format an APA-style paper?Oct.31How do I write a strong literature review?Nov. 7How do I polish my draft using editing and proofreading strategies?Nov. 14How do I plan and prepare for final exams and projects?Nov. 21How do I turn my paper or project into a powerful presentation?Hosted by: Office of International EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10337536
- 1:00 PM1h 30mOff-Campus 101 TableJoin us at our table to explore everything you need to know about living off-campus! Whether you’re curious about the basics or have specific questions, Off-Campus Services is here to help. We can’t wait to see you there!Hosted by: Off-Campus ServicesAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10461219
- 2:00 PM3hFall Career FairSeeking a full-time position? Attend the Fall Career Fair and connect with employers seeking students and alumni for their full-time positions. Check out the list of employers attending the Fall Career Fair and select those you most want to meet. Be sure to visit their website to learn more about them and their open positions. Fair preparation tips for studentsConstruct an effective resume. Then, connect with Career Services during drop-in hours for feedback. Connect with your career advisor for help on how to describe yourself and answer other common employer questions. Attend our career events for useful tips from employers to help you be prepared and confident when participating in the career fair. Join Career Services on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn for fair updates and other helpful tips.Headshot photos Career Services is pleased to once again offer free headshot photos during the fair. Your photo will be sent directly to the email address you entered into the photo system. It will be sent from noreply@email.fotoshare.co. the same day. Be sure to check your junk/spam inbox as it may be sent to that location. Please note that Career Services does not maintain any of the photos. Special accommodations If you need special accommodations to participate, contact Career Services. Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. Hosted by: Career ServicesAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10158038
- 3:00 PM1hContent Test/ILTS Workshop Series- ILTS Vocab VaultLearn about how to strategically use and study vocabulary on the test. This series will teach participants how to employ strategies for studying and taking their content test. Each workshop builds upon the next, but students are welcome to join at any date. There is an in-person option or a zoom option at differing times. If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, please contact (Dr. Becky Beucher, COE) at (rlbeuch@ilstu.edu). Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. Workshop Series: 09/19 - Navigating Your Resources 09/26 - Time Management and Study Skills 10/03 - ILTS Vocab Vault 10/10 - Reading the Test Questions 10/17 - Test Taking Anxiety Hosted by: Efaw Center for Educator ExcellenceAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10378088
- 4:00 PM1hContent Test/ILTS Online Workshop Series- ILTS Vocab VaultLearn about how to strategically use and study vocabulary on the test. This series will teach participants how to employ strategies for studying and taking their content test. Each workshop builds upon the next, but students are welcome to join at any date. There is an in-person option or a zoom option at differing times. If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, please contact (Dr. Becky Beucher, COE) at (rlbeuch@ilstu.edu). Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. Workshop Series: 09/19 - Navigating Your Resources 09/26 - Time Management and Study Skills 10/03 - ILTS Vocab Vault 10/10 - Reading the Test Questions 10/17 - Test Taking Anxiety Hosted by: Efaw Center for Educator ExcellenceOnline Location: https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/5236036600Additional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10401873
- 4:30 PM1hGrad School Guide to a Dauntless Defense (Virtual)You've passed the proposal stage, done your research, and compiled it into a draft of your thesis/dissertation. You're now ready to hold your oral defense! You can go into this milestone without fear, as the Graduate School's Erin Hastings is here to guide you through defense planning, procedures, and wrapping up your thesis or dissertation as you prepare to complete this chapter of your academic journey. Key Workshop Takeaways:Right to Defend filing procedures Uploading your work to ISUReD Defense planning and graduation prepHosted by: Graduate SchoolOnline Location: https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/97210175953Additional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10205271
- 5:00 PM2hPractice at PDLPractice at Park Drag Lane from 5-7 PMHosted by: Women's Lacrosse at Illinois State UniversityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10371572
- 5:30 PM1hIllinois State Smash WeeklyCome on out and play some smash each week with ISU's best! Free Weekly tournaments are held on Thursdays in Stevenson Hall room 101 on ISU campus. These tournaments are open to anyone, not just ISU students so invite your friends! Make a Start.gg account and join us each week at start.gg/isu Registration information: Event cap is 2 concurrent games per person. Events will be capped at 64 entrants, ensuring we our out of the venue in time. code of conduct: we try to create a welcoming environment for everyone. be respectful and treat others the way you want to be treated. Vibe Killer Rule: Aka if you do something that “kills the vibe” any head TO gets to make a decision to either kick you out for the day, dq, temp ban or etc. Basically don't rage or there will be consequences. Schedule goes as follows. Venue opens- 5:30pm Come for friendlys! Ultimate Bracket- 7pm Melee Bracket- 7:30pm P+ Bracket – 8:30pm Teardown/Cleanup/Venue close- 11pm We need your help to bring setups for all games to run the brackets efficiently. An Ultimate setup includes Nintendo Switch + TV + Doc + HDMI and AC adapter + copy of Ult w/ DLC characters + Nintendo/Mayflash brand GCC adapter. Unapproved 3rd party adapters can ruin controllers and will not be used for tournament setups. Melee/P+ setups and CRT's are always needed so please bring those if you're able to! Streaming: Melee/P+: https://www.twitch.tv/isu_smash Ultimate: https://www.twitch.tv/blono_smash There is a drop off site at off University that is convenient for dropping off set ups. If you are dropping off a setup and need help unloading, @ Jed12#5897 in the discord and someone can come down and help out. Free parking at the Bone Student Center lot if you leave after 8pm. More information on parking can be found here: https://bonestudentcenter.illinoisstate.edu/about/parking/ Link to join Blo/No smash Discord : https://discord.gg/QngjTWbPT8Hosted by: Redbird Super Smash Bros ClubAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10226992
- 6:00 PM1hMeetingCome join us as a returning member or new member wanting to learn more about our RSO! Join us for a normal buisness meeting, learn about serivce events in the near future, and talk about event coming up on the district level!Hosted by: Circle K InternationalAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10443077
- 6:00 PM2hIllinois State University Soccer vs Valparaiso - PINK OUT / PACK THE PITCH / PINK SHIRT STUDENT GIVEAWAYIllinois State University Soccer vs Valparaiso - PINK OUT / PACK THE PITCH / PINK SHIRT STUDENT GIVEAWAY TV: ESPN+
- 6:30 PM2hSLAC @ SERC's Take Back the NightSLAC has been invited to attend SERC's annual Take Back the Night event. Please join us in our mission to support our fellow students and advocate for their well-being. Here is the event as described by SERC: The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program (WGSS) along with the Students Ending Rape Culture (SERC) registered student organization are hosting the annual Take Back the Night march and vigil at 6:30 p.m. October 3. They will lead the march, which traditionally offers survivors of sexual violence a supportive space to tell their stories and speak out against sexual harassment and violence. This year’s march will emphasize safety on campus for all. Community members are welcome to attend. A poster-making session will be at 6:30 p.m. in room 184 of McCormick Hall. Poster materials and pizza will be provided. March participants will leave at 7:30 p.m. for the march, a vigil on Schroeder Plaza will follow. Hosted by: Students Ending Rape Culture, Student Legislative Action CoalitionAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10508963
- 6:30 PM2hTake Back the Night: March Against ViolenceThe Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program (WGSS) along with the Students Ending Rape Culture (SERC) registered student organization are hosting the annual Take Back the Night march and vigil at 6:30 p.m. October 3. They will lead the march, which traditionally offers survivors of sexual violence a supportive space to tell their stories and speak out against sexual harassment and violence. This year’s march will emphasize safety on campus for all. Community members are welcome to attend. A poster-making session will be at 6:30 p.m. in room 184 of McCormick Hall. Poster materials and pizza will be provided. March participants will leave at 7:30 p.m. for the march, a vigil on Schroeder Plaza will follow. Hosted by: Students Ending Rape Culture, Women's, Gender, and Sexuality StudiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10483975
- 7:00 PM3hBoard Game NightCome check out some of the games we have, and meet some new people! Board Game Nights take place every Thursday from 7pm-10pm on the third floor of Milner Library.Hosted by: Redbird Board Game ClubAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10465820