Honors, performances, and presentations of Illinois State faculty and staff.
Research and Honors, January 14, 2020
Unit: University
Andrew Purnell investiture at Founding Celebration moved to next year
Illinois State University alumnus Andrew Purnell ’57 will receive an honorary doctorate of humane letters during the Founding Celebration activities, February 19-20.
50 years of ISU Pride
Following pivotal moments in LGBTQ+ history provides insights into the evolution of Pride, and its impact on generations of the Redbird family.
Nominations for Grabill-Homan Community Peace Prize open
The Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies Program at Illinois State University is accepting nominations and self-nominations for the Grabill-Homan Community Peace Prize.
Solving an ancient mystery: Shelby Putt part of Nature paper
Illinois State University’s Assistant Professor of Anthropology Shelby Putt worked as part of a team helping to solve a 100,000-year-old mystery.
Planetarium presents free shows on New Year’s Eve
The Illinois State University Planetarium will offer Two Small Pieces of Glass: The Amazing Telescope throughout the evening on New Year’s Eve, December 31.
Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Dinner sold out
The Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Dinner is sold out. A waiting list is available by calling (309) 438-8790.
Board of Trustees approves restaurant project, transit contract
The Board of Trustees of Illinois State University approved the construction of a Star Ginger restaurant in the Bone Student Center and a contract for Connect Transit bus service.
Illinois State winter commencement ceremonies, December 14
Winter commencement will be held in two ceremonies December 14, with the University awarding approximately 1,100 baccalaureate degrees and more than 205 graduate degrees.
Hundreds celebrate at Children’s Holiday Party
Children enjoyed a performance by Gamma Phi Circus, inflatable jumping stations, craft booths, and meeting with Reggie and Santa.
