When the Center for Civic Engagement’s Annie Weaver noticed a trend of multiple kids listing “socks” on their Holiday Helper needs list, she decided to do something about it.
Unit: Center for Civic Engagement
Pass it On
A canvas print with the message, “You can do amazing things,” was carefully placed in a bin by Evie Nikokavouras as she carried another load to her car during move-out out last spring. The freshman laughed and said, “It’s time. I need a new quote for next year.” But her artwork wasn’t headed for the
Campus hero: Dave Bentlin
Redbird Impact named Dave Bentlin the fall 2022 Campus Hero for his work in civic engagement and advocating for LGBTQIA+ community.
Electrifying STEM Accessibility
Low vision and blindness education students collaborate with CeMaST to create accessible Smart Grid for All kit. Natalie Shaheen and her SED 357 course working with museum to create “wayfinding” tools for visitors with visual impairments.
Gubernatorial debate takes center stage at Braden Auditorium
The stage at Braden Auditorium drew the eyes of the state for the live, televised gubernatorial debate of Democratic Governor JB Pritzker and Republican challenger Darren Bailey.
Campus-Community Dialogue, October 19: Elections
A campus and community Deliberative Dialogue will focus on the issue guide Elections: How Should We Encourage and Safeguard Voting? Registration is required.
Watch party in Brown Ballroom for Illinois gubernatorial debate, October 6
A watch party for the live television broadcast of a gubernatorial debate between Democratic Governor JB Pritzker and Republican challenger Darren Bailey will be Thursday, October 6.
Helping others along life’s PATH
Everyone chooses to follow their own path, but for many it doesn’t always go as expected. PATH Inc. has been there for thousands of students and community members who needed assistance talking with someone to help get them past an obstacle in their life path.
Candidate debate for 91st House District from WGLT, WCBU
Upcoming debates will feature the races for Illinois’ 91st House District and Illinois’ 17th Congressional District.
A beautiful relationship: Alternative break to Kenya transforming lives
Illinois State students traveled to Kenya with the Alternative Breaks program to hear the stories of the women in Living Positive Kenya.