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Thursday, October 2, 2025
- 12:00 AM11:59 PM"Land Lines" by Melissa Oresky & Shona MacDonaldLand Lines, a two-person exhibition of work by Shona MacDonald and Melissa Oresky, will run from August 28- October 2, 2025 at the Moreau Gallery, College of St. Mary’s, Notre Dame, Indiana.Events on August 28: artist talks at 3:30 p.m. and reception at 4:30 p.m.
- All dayGlass ExhibitionJoin us for this exhibition at the Student Art Gallery located in Julian Hall.Free and open to the public during gallery hours. Gallery location and hours are available online: https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/student-art-gallery/.Exhibition Reception*: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 4-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.For questions or accommodations, please contact the Wonsook Kim School of Art office.
- All dayGlass ExhibitionJoin us for this exhibition at the Student Art Gallery located in Julian Hall.Free and open to the public during gallery hours. Gallery location and hours are available online: https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/student-art-gallery/.Exhibition Reception*: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 4-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.For questions or accommodations, please contact the Wonsook Kim School of Art office.
- All dayGlass ExhibitionJoin us for this exhibition at the Student Art Gallery located in Julian Hall. Free and open to the public during gallery hours. Gallery location and hours are available online: https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/student-art-gallery/. Exhibition Reception*: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 4-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice. For questions or accommodations, please contact the Wonsook Kim School of Art office.Hosted by: Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts, Wonsook Kim School of ArtAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11366824
- All dayAlumni and Friends Travel Program: Flavors of Northern ItalyThe Alumni & Friends Travel Program is your ticket to unforgettable adventures that combine travel’s thrill with fellow Redbirds’ camaraderie.Our first adventure kicks off this fall with the Flavors of Northern Italy, September 26-October 4, 2025. Embark upon a cultural and savory journey to the enchanting region of Northern Italy—an area renowned for spectacular landscapes, world-class wine, and a rich heritage. This meticulously crafted itinerary offers the unique opportunity to live like a local, featuring guided tours, private artisan visits and tastings, and the ability to deeply connect with the beauty of Northern Italy’s culture, cuisine, and gracious hospitality. The trip includes seven-night accommodations, all meals, all lessons, private tours, tastings, and small-group excursions, private motor coach transportation, full guided services, and airport transfers. Guests can also add the option to visit Cinque Terre or Venice with the tour.This program is open to all alumni, family, and friends—because the Redbird spirit knows no borders. To learn more about upcoming trips, detailed itineraries, and how to reserve your place, visit illinoisstate.orbridge.com
- All day"Who's There?" (Fall Student Exhibition at CIRA)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, October 22, 2025, from 5-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.
- All dayPainting Showcase (Fall CIRA Exhibition)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, October 22, 2025, from 5-6 p.m. at the gallery.*Reception date/time may be subject to change without notice.Hosted by: Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts, Wonsook Kim School of ArtAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11366864
- All daySOCKtober - Socks Drive 2025What we need: New and in-packaging socks (newborn through adult sizes). Each child receives about 4-6 pairs of socks. Collection is from October 1-31. How to help:Adopt a Holiday Helper community partner and collect socks specifically for them! Email CCE staff at atete@ilstu.edu to participate and what community partner you would like to adopt. Also, let us know if your department would like a box in your office to collect donations. Pick-up a box if you need one to collect socks in Bring donations to 308 Kingsley St, Normal, IL (email CCE staff to reserve a time so staff can meet to take the donations) or CCE Of course you are not limited to a specific number of donations, we can always take more socks for the community youthThis year’s Holiday Helper partners:Boys and Girls Club100 participating youth (Each child receives about 4-6 pairs of socks)Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS)15 participating youth (Each child receives about 4-6 pairs of socks)YWCA85 participating youth (Each child receives about 4-6 pairs of socks)Lifelong Access75 participating youth (Each child receives about 4-6 pairs of socks) Questions? Email CCE staff at atete@ilstu.edu Hosted by: Center for Civic EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11649134
- 12:30 PM2hThe Perfect HeadshotGet ready to launch your career with two back-to-back programs hosted by Career Services, Enterprise Mobility, and Registered Student Organization S.C.E.N.E (Social Connections Elevating New Experiences). 12:30-1 p.m. Career Readiness with Enterprise Mobility Connect with Enterprise Mobility as they share about their internships, full-time opportunities, and other helpful career readiness tips. 1-2:30 p.m. Headshot photos Get a free headshot photo for your LinkedIn profile. Students are required to reserve a time slot in order to ensure your photo will be taken. If you do not sign-up in advance you will not be guaranteed a photo. Reserve a time for your headshot photo at: https://illinoisstate-csm.symplicity.com/students/?s=event&ss=ws&mode=form&id=6060221d8dceb5e74263fc2a7d5e94b7 While you’re waiting for your reserved scheduled photo, continue the conversation with Enterprise. Even if you were unable to attend their presentation at 12:30 p.m., you are still invited and encouraged to connect! Special accommodations If you need a special accommodation to participate, contact Career Services in advance at (309) 438-2200.Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. Hosted by: Career Services, Social Connections Elevating New ExperiencesAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11702099
- 12:30 PM2hCancelled: The Perfect HeadshotGet ready to launch your career with two back-to-back programs hosted by Career Services, Enterprise Mobility, and Registered Student Organization S.C.E.N.E (Social Connections Elevating New Experiences). 12:30-1 p.m. Career Readiness with Enterprise Mobility Connect with Enterprise Mobility as they share about their internships, full-time opportunities, and other helpful career readiness tips. 1-2:30 p.m. Headshot photos Get a free headshot photo for your LinkedIn profile. Students are required to reserve a time slot in order to ensure your photo will be taken. If you do not sign-up in advance you will not be guaranteed a photo. Reserve a time for your headshot photo at: https://illinoisstate-csm.symplicity.com/students/?s=event&ss=ws&mode=form&id=6060221d8dceb5e74263fc2a7d5e94b7 While you’re waiting for your reserved scheduled photo, continue the conversation with Enterprise. Even if you were unable to attend their presentation at 12:30 p.m., you are still invited and encouraged to connect! Special accommodations If you need a special accommodation to participate, contact Career Services in advance at (309) 438-2200.Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.Hosted by: Career ServicesAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11698381
- 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 and Milner Library's Colby Cilento are 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: - Overview of the Right to Defend requirements and filing procedures - Learn how to plan your defense - Find out about post-defense steps and graduation prepHosted by: Graduate SchoolOnline Location: https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/87471874878Additional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11411049
- 5:00 PM1hMen's Rugby PracticePracticeHosted by: Men's Rugby Club at Illinois State UniversityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11557716
- 5:30 PM2hPaint & SipOn October 2 from 5:30-7:30 pm, SAC is hosting its yearly fall event: Paint and Sip. Join us in Old Main (in the Bone Student Center) for free cookies and mocktails as you create your own canvas painting, led by alumni Joe McGuire. All are welcome!Hosted by: Student Alumni CouncilAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11397199
- 6:00 PM1hPracticeClub Cross Country Practice 6-7pm at the redbird track and field. Open to all skill levelsHosted by: Cross Country Club at Illinois State UniversityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11683833
- 6:00 PM2hIllinois State University Volleyball vs UICIllinois State University Volleyball vs UIC
- 6:30 PM1hACM - Meeting #4, Intro to Power BI & Discord Bot Workshop Part 2We're excited to see you ACMmers again! Join our fourth ACM meeting on October 2, for: - An intro to Microsoft's Power BI, a powerful tool for data analytics and visualization (commonly used in data science roles!) - Discord Bot Workshop Part 2: The Return of Python... - Info on upcoming "special" ACM events!Hosted by: Association for Computing MachineryAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11636309
- 7:00 PM1hClimbing Team PracticeTwice weekly practice for the ISU Climbing Team 7-9pm at TPGHosted by: Rock Climbing ClubAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11569700
- 7:00 PM1hRedbird Board Game ClubJoin us every Thursday from 7–10 PM for a fun and welcoming night of board games! We play a wide variety of games, from classic strategy games to social deduction, party games, card games, and everything in between. It's a great way to meet new people, relax, and enjoy some friendly competition. Bring a game or just bring yourself!Hosted by: Redbird Board Game ClubAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11428093
- 8:00 PM2h 30mISU Bowling PracticeISU Competitive Bowling Club Practice Hosted by: Bowling Club at Illinois State UniversityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/11691768