Campus News
- Erica Lauren Maholmes, M.F.A. ’22, steps into the spotlight on Redbird BuzzErica Lauren Maholmes, M.F.A. '22, sheds a light on her work as a lighting designer in theatres across the country and how it led her to Broadway.
- Spring commencement 2025 recap: Best pics and postsIllinois State honored 4,481 new graduates during spring commencement on May 9–10, celebrating their achievements with five ceremonies and a flood of #RedbirdProud moments shared across campus.
Media Relations
- Illinois State University earns national recognition for advancing science and creativity, student access and earningsIllinois State University recently was named one of only 27 institutions nationwide to earn both Research 2 (R2) and Opportunity Colleges and Universities (OCU) designation in the newly released influential models by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, which recognizes campuses that foster student success and research. The University was one of only
- Board of Trustees action items, May 9, 2025The Board of Trustees of Illinois State University approved several resolutions at its regular meeting on May 9, 2025.
Redbird Life News
- Graduating Student SurveyIf you're graduating, let us know what's next as you leave the nest. It only takes a few minutes. Even if you are not sure what you want to do currently, we want to hear from you! Simply complete the short Graduating Student Survey and be entered into a drawing to win some great Redbird items. Why participate · Share your legacy. Let us know where your Illinois State degree is taking you. · Provide your feedback. Give us insight into your academic experiences and Redbird life. · Enter to win cool Redbird swag! Access the survey Simply click on the survey link below based on the college you are graduating. · College of Applied Science and Technology · College of Arts and Sciences · College of Business · College of Education · Interdisciplinary Studies · Mennonite College of Nursing · Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts Graduate students Students earning a master’s degree or higher are to complete the survey using the link below. Survey for master’s level and up If you have any problems accessing the survey for your college or any other questions, contact Career Services at (309) 438-2200. .
- (Vidette) Redbird MMA knocks out April with second annual Rage In The Birdcage tournamentSee Article.
Athletics News
- Redbirds’ MVC Tournament Run Ends on ThursdayThe Illinois State baseball team dropped a pair of Thursday games in the 2025 MVC Championship to no. 2 seed Missouri State and no. 6 seed Belmont.
- Ten Redbirds Selected To Represent Illinois State At NCAA West First Round In TexasThe NCAA has announced its selection of athletes for the 2025 NCAA West first round, which will begin on May 28 in College Station, Texas.
Publications
- Illinois State Normal University professor’s World War I legacy now available onlineThe War to End All Wars ended at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. Days later, 54-year-old Illinois State Normal University (ISNU) Professor Elmer Cavins applied to join the YMCA with the intent of serving the American Expeditionary Forces—the United States' armed forces in Europe—during the chaotic months of demobilization.
- Summer 2025 in the Wonsook Kim College of Fine ArtsVisit one of our art exhibitions or join us for an annual favorite such as the Concerts on the Quad and the Illinois Shakespeare Festival.
