Illinois State University Blogs
Below are the most recent blog entries from various departments and divisions across ISU campus. All participating department or division blogs are listed to the right.
Tue May 8th, 2012 by Joyce Parmenter
COB Spring Graduates support the Spirit Tassel Challenge
One university... Unlimited experiences.
You know what made your time at Illinois State University great. Whether it was a favorite professor, a great group of friends, late night snacking in the dining halls, frisbee on the Quad, or cheering at Redbird games, you'll have memories for a lifetime.
Show your»»MOREThu May 10th, 2012 by Josh
Why college is better than high school
For any high school seniors out there thinking that college just won't live up to the amazing time in high school, think again! Here are a few reasons you will be excited to start the next chapter in your life:
Independence: Remember the last four years how you convinced»»MOREWed May 16th, 2012 by Linda Vollstedt
Metcalf Baseball
All boys entering 6th, 7th and 8th grade who are interested in playing Metcalf baseball in the Fall, please contact Coach Brian Auer by phone 309-824-7574 or by email brian.auer.bgay@statefarm.com. The game schedule is on the school calendar.»»MORETue May 1st, 2012 by Leif Nelson
And a answer from an economist
Understanding the nations finical crisis
Remember the first half of 2008? The stock market was healthy, unemployment low, and inflation under control. Then, seemingly in the blink of an eye, the financial world fell into chaos. Within a few months, Wall Street investment banks were on the brink of collapse.»»MOREMon May 7th, 2012 by Elizabeth Gerrard
Construction Students See CAT Demo
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On Friday, May 4, 2012, seventeen construction management students and Dr. Euysup Shim attended the CAT Demo at the Edwards Demonstration and Learning Center in Edwards, Illinois. It is very impressive and students were impressed with the experience. The CAT Demo»»MORETue May 15th, 2012 by Tal Parmenter
Central Illinois High School Students Compete in Cyber Defense Competition
Illinois State University recently hosted the Central Illinois High School Cyber Defense Competition. The competition is modeled on the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition. Teams from central Illinois high schools competed against each other on their ability to defend their computers and networks against hacking attacks from a "red team"»»MOREMon May 14th, 2012 by Campus Recreation
Summer Intramurals
By Lucas Cook
We all know that summers spent on a college campus can be a little drab. Most operations around campus reduce their business hours and some shut down entirely. Combine that with the mass exodus of students and it can be difficult to find entertaining things to do»»MORESun Mar 4th, 2012 by Colette Kuk
Glory of Living Performance -- Thursday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Glory of Living Performance
7:30 p.m Thursday, October 4, 2012
Centennial West»»MOREWed May 2nd, 2012 by Brian
Helpful hints for a stress-free commencement
»»MOREThu Apr 26th, 2012 by Jean-Marie Taylor
Do not go gentle into that good night . . . .
It's not my intent to turn today's blog post into a literary analysis -- and I shan't! But as I look around me today, I am reminded that all things end . . . including this semester.
Can you believe that there is only one full week of classes left?»»MORE
