Redbirds Keep Thriving

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In the midst of coronavirus (COVID-19), the Division of Student Affairs remains committed to student success.

Keeping track of your well-being

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Illinois State University is committed to the well-being and success of all students. Student Counseling Services, in conjunction with Student Health Services, Health Promotion and Wellness, and Campus Recreation, is excited to offer students WellTrack.

The Body Project

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The Body Project is an evidence-based workshop geared toward female-identified students that aims to promote a healthy, realistic body image. 

The Body Project: More Than Muscles

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The Body Project: More Than Muscles is an evidence-based workshop geared toward male-identified students that aims to promote a healthy, realistic self-concept and body image. 

Is it possible to be a dancer and like your body?

Whether it is contemporary, jazz, ballet, Irish or other, dancers have been expected to all have the same body type. This ideal body of a dancer is skinny and tall with long legs and a flat chest, and if you don’t fit this image, then you are looked down upon.