The College of Applied Sciences and Technology (CAST) sends its graduates out to the world prepared to hit the ground running and leave their mark.
Difference makers: CAST alums who found niche at ISU are leaving their mark on the world
Unit: College of Applied Science and Technology
Meet Tamekia Bailey, new director of CAST Connections
Tamekia Bailey serves as director for CAST Connections, the College’s new student-level success center.
“The best experiences that this world has to offer”: A Kinesiology and Recreation alum shares his passion for national parks
Choosing Recreation and Park Administration (RPA) as a major was easy for Alex Harrison ’20. “I knew I wanted to be in a field that catered to giving people of all ages, walks of life, and backgrounds the best experiences that this world has to offer.”
Advancing research and innovation
The newly established Center for Cybersecurity Research and Education is a glowing addition to the University and School of Information Technology. The initiative was launched in early August 2021 under the direction of Dr. Shaoen Wu, who was named State Farm Endowed Chair of Cybersecurity in 2020. The prestigious chair was established by State Farm Insurance Companies as part of a $3 million investment committed in 2016.
Student success spotlight: internship success with Omar Smith
Check out how an internship helped this Redbird identify his strengths, solidify his career choice, and build a vision for his future.
CAST Science and Technology week presents 2022 Women in Leadership conference
The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) invites you to join us for the 2022 Women in Leadership conference, featuring a series of speakers and activities that focus on professional development. Join us for conversations on networking, goal setting, and decision-making.
CAST Academy of Achievement to induct newest members, April 7
Illinois State University’s College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) will host its Academy of Achievement induction ceremony on Thursday, April 7, in the Old Main Room, Bone Student Center.
Mark Safarik to headline Science and Technology Week
Mark Safarik, M.S., V.S.M., will spend an evening in Normal as the keynote speaker for Illinois State University’s 2022 Science and Technology Week.
Headstrong: ISU researcher Dr. Nikki Hoffman is leading expert on sleep and concussion recovery
Dr. Nikki Hoffman is conducting innovative sleep studies at a new clinic on campus in order to help patients recover faster from concussions.
Intelligent solutions: ISU research team is using machine learning to help OSF HealthCare raise child vaccination rates
Redbird scholars Dr. Shaoen Wu and Evan Hazzard are creating machine learning tools that OSF HealthCare can use in its effort to raise child vaccination rates across Illinois.
