Like a lot of students, Hannah McCorry ’19, M.S. ’22, started college not knowing what she wanted to major in or what she would pursue for a career. One class and the professor who taught it changed all that.
Unit: Bands
Homecoming in the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts
Illinois State University Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts is pleased to announce a selection of events to be presented during Homecoming Week 2022.
Alumni band events set for November 4–5, 2022
Illinois State University Marching Band alumni are invited back to campus for Alumni Band Day at Hancock Stadium, November 4–5, 2022.
Our Newest Redbirds: Special ed major is new member of the Big Red Marching Machine
Incoming freshman Austin Aron’s decision to make Illinois State University his school of choice came pretty easily.
A music student’s experience: Wind Symphony Tour 2022
The Illinois State University Wind Symphony 2022 Tour included performances at several schools in Illinois and an invited appearance at the College Band Directors National Association North Central Regional Conference at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Day in the life: Big Red Marching Machine drum captain has love for music and math
No two days in Rudy Morr’s life as an Illinois State student look exactly alike. From new class activities to spur-of-the-moment lunch plans, each day is different. One thing that stays constant? Two hours of marching band practice every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Homecoming 2021 recap: Your best photos, tweets, posts
If there’s one annual event our Redbirds get pumped for, it’s Homecoming. Illinois State University celebrated its 100 Years of Homecoming with its staple events, from Reggie Day at the Zoo, Homecoming Kickoff, Redbird Rumble, Hoopfest, Hybrid Town and Gown 5K run and walk to the football game against North Dakota State and the ribbon cutting to the Multicultural Center, our Birds came together to show what Redbird Pride is about.
Alumni Band Day, Saturday, November 6
Illinois State University Bands is pleased to announce that Alumni Band Day will take place on Saturday, November 6, 2021.
Homecoming celebration events, April 5-11
Homecoming: Redbirds in Flight, April 5-11, will celebrate with virtual or socially distanced events.
Creative Con virtually connects students from all majors to creative careers
Students explore career options and ideas with alumni and employers with creative skills.