When listing the struggles facing college students, people tend to think of homesickness or studying stress—many never consider hunger.
Unit: College of Applied Science and Technology
Courageous Conversations: Faculty working to tackle tough discussions in the classroom
A new cross-college initiative called Courageous Conversations enlists faculty facilitators to lead interested instructors through teachable moments in the classroom.
Science and Technology Week to host 4th annual Women in Leadership conference
As part of the Science and Technology Week, CAST devotes a day to celebrate leading women in technology
Photos, videos, winners from ISU’s Three Minute Thesis competition
Video, photographs, and the winners from Illinois State University’s Three Minute Thesis competition.
#CASTFreshmanFeature: Megan Hanlin fell in love with ISU campus
The CAST freshman feature spotlights a first-year undergraduate student with a major in the College of Applied Science and Technology. Meet Megan, our freshman feature of the month.
Adaptapalooza opens eyes, offers students opportunity to play adaptive sports
At the fifth annual Adaptapalooza, Campus Recreation and therapeutic recreation students offered Illinois State students the chance to play adapted sports and learn about the opportunities available in sport and recreation for people with physical disabilities.
Jin Jo presents at Energy, Utility, and Environmental Conference
Jin Jo presented “Promoting Sustainable Energy Infrastructure on an Academic Institution” at the 22nd Annual Energy, Utility and Environment Conference 2019 (EUEC) in San Diego.
CAST Alum Profile: Bill Graff ’81 is no stranger to farming
Bill Graff ’81 is the state executive director for the Farm Service Agency (FSA), appointed by President Donald Trump’s administration in fall 2017.
CAST Donor Spotlight: Mark Walcott, information technology
Mark Walcott created the Walcott Family Scholarship Fund, which will provide financial support for women pursuing STEM careers.
The oldest collegiate circus: Gamma Phi Circus
Gamma Phi Circus has experienced several significant developments during its first nine decades. Membership increased and consequently the number of acts produced also rose to include tight wire, trick bicycles, roller skating, and flying trapeze.