Redbird Roundup: March 2019 in tweets, pics, and vids

In March the men’s and women’s basketball teams competed in postseason play, our #RoaminRedbirds enjoyed spring break, and the Bone Student Center started to open new spaces to the campus community. Take a look back at these moments and more in this month’s Redbird Roundup.

Redbird Roundup: February 2019 in tweets, pics, and vids

February 2019 was another great month to be a Redbird! We celebrated those who fell in love at Illinois State during Valentine’s Day, honored the beginnings of the University on Founders Day, and broke records during the inaugural Redbird Philanthropy Week and Birds Give Back.

Educate Connect Elevate: Illinois State strategic plan launched

The exterior of Felmley Hall at Illinois State University with flowers and tress from the Quad in view

Educate • Connect • Elevate: Illinois State—The Strategic Plan for Illinois’ First Public University 2018-2023 expands upon the previous version of the strategic plan, Educating Illinois, and provides the framework for the University’s vision, values, and objectives for the next five years.

Quick tips to get the most out of your commencement photos

Smile! With commencement a few days away, it is time to capture your last memories as an undergraduate with some photos. As the University photographer, I’m often asked for tips on how to get the best shots. It might seem overwhelming, but if you focus on a few key elements, you’ll create memorable photos that

Rock your 2018 Redbird socks

photo of someone's feet wearing socks featuring the Redbirds Rising logo.

This year’s exclusive socks feature the logo for Redbirds Rising: The Campaign for Illinois State, with fiery wing tips in the background and black trim.