A team led by Illinois State University’s Dr. Olcay Akman is urging authorities such as the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control to include N95 masks as a requirement for those traveling by airplane.
Unit: Mathematics
Dean delivers Fall 2020 Address, hosts awards ceremony
Due to the continuing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Interim Dean Dr. Diane Zosky has published her address on the college website and has recorded it, as well.
Virtual career fairs connect Redbirds and employers remotely
As Redbirds continue to thrive during the pandemic, Career Services is offering virtual career fairs, and information on how to navigate them effectively.
Center for Collaborative Studies in Mathematical Biology leads webinar series
Illinois State University’s Center for Collaborative Studies in Mathematical Biology is participating in an international webinar series focusing on multiple aspects of coronavirus (COVID-19).
College thanks chairs and directors
The College of Arts and Sciences thanks Dr. Craig Gatto and Dr. Craig C. McLauchlan for their outstanding service.
At home with Redbird Legacy families
Meet some of the Redbird Legacy families who live in Central Illinois and hear why they chose to attend Illinois State University.
Taking flight: Church camp counselor earns McLean County Full Tuition Scholarship
Meado Randolph’s dedication to service and leadership has earned her a McLean County Full Tuition Scholarship. She is one of seven incoming McLean County freshmen to receive the scholarship, which provides four years of free tuition in recognition of their leadership, community service, and commitment to our community.
Coronavirus research emerging through Letters in Biomathematics
A scientific research journal published at Illinois State University is using a rapid review process to give researchers faster access to articles related to coronovirus (COVID-19).
$2.9 million NSF grant to increase STEM teachers’ culturally relevant practices
Illinois State University’s Willy Hunter is leading a multi-state team that received a $2.9 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to assist mathematics and science teachers in high-needs schools.
In their words: Mark Murdoch reflects on graduating during the coronavirus pandemic
This is the third story in a four-part series in which students set to graduate in May reflect on how their final semester at Illinois State University has been impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Mark Murdoch is earning a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science. He has accepted a job at Pinnacle Actuarial Resources in Bloomington.