Illinois State University President Larry Dietz has named Jan Murphy as the permanent vice president for Academic Affairs and provost, effective March 1.
Murphy named as vice president and provost
Publication: Campus News
Immigration, Hamilton, and the future of the Twin Cities highlight Academy of Seniors
Illinois State University’s Academy of Seniors will celebrate the history and future of Bloomington-Normal, explore what immigration means to the American dream, and delve into Alexander Hamilton—the man and the musical.
Milner Library celebrates Open Education Week, March 5-9
Open Education Week is an annual event celebrated by universities, libraries, and K-12 schools around the world. The goal of Open Education Week is to raise awareness of free and openly-licensed classroom materials.
Obsidian literary journal receives $10,000 grant from National Endowment for the Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts announced the journal Obsidian: Literature & Arts in the African Diaspora will receive an Art Works grant of $10,000.
Zamudio-Mainou named executive director for the National Center for Urban Education
Maria Luisa Zamudio-Mainou has accepted the leadership role as the next executive director for Illinois State University’s National Center for Urban Education, effective July 1, 2018.
Research and Honors, February 27, 2018
Honors, performances, publications, and presentations from Illinois State faculty and staff.
In the News, February 27, 2018
Illinois State faculty and staff in the news with links to interviews.
Race, protest, and educational equality focus of Black History Month speaker, February 28
Illinois State University will celebrate Black History Month with speaker Adrienne Dixson presenting “Are we there yet?: Race, protest and the challenge of multicultural education.”
Million Dollar Club inductees announced from Research and Sponsored Programs
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs announced that six new members have joined Illinois State University’s Million Dollar Club.
Fell Trust applications due by March 23
The Fell Trust Committee will be accepting applications for FY2019 awards through Friday, March 23, 2018, from units, departments, and colleges on campus.
