The “In the News” column offers highlights of stories about Illinois State University experts and initiatives appearing in the media.
Former provost and vice president for academic affairs, Aondover Tarhule, has been appointed the new interim leader of Illinois State University.
Aaron Woodruff, Illinois State’s police chief, spoke to the Pantagraph about the university’s preparations for the possibility of a mass shooting.
The Chicago Defender reported on the equity lens of the new College of Engineering.
Matt Caplan, assistant professor of physics, received the Cottrell Scholar Award to further research on nuclear astrophysics, and education on nuclear weapons policy.
The studies of May Jadallah, professor of teaching and learning, studies on video games and the impact on students taking standardized testing, appeared in the news across the U.S.
Abhishek Varma, associate professor of finance, insurance and law, explained factors contributing to varying car insurance rates to Wallet Hub.
Maggie Marlin-Hess discusses the production “Men on Boats.”
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