Redbird Kanisha Lites ’07, a Junior Olympic (2003, 2004) baton twirler who recently learned she was the first African American feature baton twirler in the history of the Big Red Marching Machine.
Michelle (Brown) Smith ’90 recently won an international design contest sponsored by Ralph Lauren for the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic relief.
Three alums make up team
From the minute he stepped to the microphone at WGLT, a National Public Radio affiliate licensed to ISU, Davis began honing skills that eventually catapulted him to fame at major market urban radio stations across the country from Philadelphia to Florida.
As modern-day foot soldiers march in the biggest city of a nation they believe has not always delivered the same promises to certain groups of people, they often gather at the site created by an Illinois State doctoral alum.
From the comfort of your own home, workplace, or favorite relaxation spot, get to know Dr. Larry Dietz, the 19th president of Illinois State University on June 18.
Alumna Julie Annette Jones ’90 is the first African American and female to lead ISU’s governing board.
It’s funny when writing as a passion turns into a career. Especially when you’re a comedian.
Cook like a Redbird chef from home thanks to Chef Phil Cade and members of the Alumni Engagement team! Share your recipes for others to try too.
Nominate an outstanding Redbird with the new and improved online nomination form. Deadline to nominate is May 31.
