Illinois State’s response to the national mental health crisis.
Publication: Identity
Finding a purpose: RSO mentors young men and sets them on a strong path
Reality hit hard one night for Illinois State student Antonio Lenow Jr. He was in a dorm playing one of his favorite video games—NBA 2K—with a few friends. As he looked around the room, he took notice at how the size of the gatherings had diminished.
Fell Trust applications deadline extended to May 31
The Fell Trust Committee will be accepting applications for FY2021 awards through May 31 from units, departments, and colleges on campus.
Resiliency a life lesson for future social workers
School of Social Work’s Jerey McKinney shares her journey to emphasize the mental fortitude students will need for their chosen profession.
New framework to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion into faculty professional development
The Framework for Inclusive Teaching Excellence is the result of a nearly year-long effort from campus-wide collaborators to create professional development tailored to Illinois State faculty.
Barriers to health care for transgender individuals
An inability to access health care can be dangerous-both physically and mentally. For those who identify as transgender, even the idea of seeking care can be stifled by fear of prejudice.
Recognition ceremonies evolve for 2020
In the face of unprecedented events, graduate recognition ceremonies are finding new ways to celebrate.
2020 University Research Symposium to showcase students’ work online
The online symposium is an opportunity to showcase university-wide research, scholarship, and creative activity. The online display will remain open for two weeks starting April 27.
University College names 2020 Impact Award winners
New freshmen and new transfer students nominated the following Illinois State faculty, staff, and students for a 2020 Impact Award.
2020 Clarence W. Sorensen Distinguished Dissertation Award winner
The winner of the 2020 Clarence W. Sorensen Distinguished Dissertation Award is Dr. Chereka Dickerson, Ph.D. ’18.