What started as a casual conversation between colleagues from different campus entities became an opportunity for Illinois State University (ISU) faculty and staff to learn more about the rich cultural heritage and lived experiences of future ISU students from Chicago.
Unit: University College Academic Advising
University College names 2022 Impact Award winners
New freshmen and transfer students nominated the following Illinois State University faculty, staff, and students for a 2022 Impact Award. Please join us in congratulating the following individuals for their significant contributions to our students and to first-year retention.
Retirement celebration for Julie Paska, April 20
llinois State University will celebrate the 34-year career of Julie Paska ’85, Athletics senior academic advisor, from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, at the Aaron Leetch Stadium Club, with remarks being delivered at 4 p.m.
Clint Smith selected as recipient of 2022 Herb Sanders Award for Outstanding Academic Advisement
Clint Smith has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 Herb Sanders Award for Outstanding Academic Advisement.
Retirement reception for Angie Cowles on January 28
Angie Cowles is retiring from Illinois State University at the end of January after 30 years of service, 29 of those with University College.
‘You can do this’: University College offers students a fresh start
When Amaya Sessom found herself in an academic struggle during her freshman year, the easiest path would have been to ignore the seriousness of the situation and quit. But, instead of quitting, she asked for help.
Graduating Redbird reflects on career journey
Taylor Denby ’21 shares how making the most of every opportunity led to her career success.
University College names 2021 Impact Award winners
Since 2013, new freshmen and new transfer students have nominated Illinois State faculty, staff, and students for an Impact Award.
Help and hope available for students undecided on a major/career
Discover how Career Services assists students with identifying and exploring career paths.
First Generation Celebration: Hidden Figures–Power of LEGACY, November 2-6
The 2020 First Generation Celebration will be a campus-wide tribute to the often-unsung contributions and achievements of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who were the first in their families to enter higher education.