Tom Willmitch, the director of Illinois State University’s planetarium, looks at the history of Daylight Saving Time and why the idea of it may be “wonky.”
Springing forward: Understanding Daylight Saving Time
Publication: Report
War for the soul of America
In his new book, A War for the Soul of America: A History of the Culture Wars, Andrew Hartman explores the battle between conservatives and liberals for the national identity.
Research and Honors
Publications, presentation, performances and more from Illinois State faculty and staff.
Career Center launches online experiential learning/internship module
The Career Center is pleased to announce the launch of its new online experiential learning/internship module as part of its Hire-A-Redbird job posting system.
Rare book collection donated to Milner
Illinois State University’s Milner Library announced the addition of the Robert Graves Collection to the Special Collections Department.
Pereira play about Middle East to open locally
Hostage, a play by Professor of Theatre Kim Pereira, will open the 2015 season of New Route Theatre.
Maggie Im named Strand diversity award winner
Magnolia “Maggie” Im of the School of Teaching and Learning has been named the recipient of the 2015 David Strand Diversity Achievement Award.
Crothers named Fulbright chair
Professor of Politics and Government Lane Crothers will serve as the Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in American Studies at the University of Helsinki.
Making it work: Maureen Brunsdale
Maureen Brunsdale oversees a treasure. She protects its more than half a million pieces shelved in Special Collections of Milner Library. And, more than anything, she wants to share that treasure with the world.
A/P, Civil Service awards announced
The winners of the Administrative/Professional Council (A/P) and Civil Service Council awards were announced at this year’s Founders Day.
