Facing a critical shortage of low vision and blindness educators, Illinois State University’s Department of Special Education is innovating to help fill the nationwide need.
Publication: Identity
Obsidian named winner of the CLMP Firecracker Award
Obsidian: Literature and Arts in the African Diaspora was named the winner of the 2022 Firecracker Award for Independently Published Literature from the Community of Literary Magazines and Presses.
Drag 101: Dos and don’ts for attending a drag show
Alum and celebrated member of the drag community Sharon ShareAlike shares insights for those new to attending drag performances.
Jim Bennett ’87 joins Redbird Buzz to share his story of service and leadership
Illinois Department of Human Rights Director Jim Bennett shared his story on the Redbird Buzz podcast.
Restorative Leadership Community Series, June 27-29
Those seeking to train in restorative practices can sign up for workshops. Sessions will include an overview of restorative practices and focus on building proactive and responsive listening circles.
Black Listening: A Performance Masterclass, deadline June 3
Obsidian: Literature & Arts in the African Diaspora is partnering with the Poetry Foundation to present a free two-day online workshop on the role of listening and improvisation in performance.
Exploring the many facets of Title IX
Dr. Jenna Goldsmith of Illinois State University is helping students explore the wealth of changes Title IX sparked, and hosting sexual justice author Alexandra Brodsky as a speaker June 8.
Readings to celebrate Pride Month
Assistant Professor Mallory Jallas and Senior Library Specialist Elizabeth Babin draw upon Milner Library’s collections for recommendations on readings to celebrate Pride Month.
Office of the Provost positions filled
Provost Aondover Tarhule appointed Dr. Deneca Winfrey Avant and Dr. Craig Gatto to positions within the Office of the Provost.
Obsidian named finalist for 2022 Firecracker Awards
Obsidian: Literature & Arts in the African Diaspora has been named a finalist for a 2022 Firecracker Award for Independently Published Literature from the Community of Literary Magazines and Presses.