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		<title>Helpful hints for a stress-free commencement</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/hints-stress-free/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 18:52:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You’re graduating! Here at the Alumni Relations office, we know how rewarding college graduation is; yet, we also know how hectic it can be! In order to have a stress-free commencement day: Show up on time! One thing that can lead to a stressful day is showing up LATE to the ceremony! Be sure to arrive at least 1... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/hints-stress-free/" class="readRest" title="Helpful hints for a stress-free commencement">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Join an alumni network!</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/alumni-network/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 17:48:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Just because you’re graduating, doesn’t mean you have to leave Illinois State Univeristy and all of your friends behind! Check out all of Illinois State&#8217;s Alumni Networks and stay connected! Young Alumni Networks Interested in staying connected with Illinois State and other Redbird Young Alumni? Join one of the Illinois State Young Alumni Networks! The networks... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/alumni-network/" class="readRest" title="Join an alumni network!">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>The ISU Alumni Association is here to help you transition</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/alumni-transition/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 17:47:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So…what’s next? Going out into the real world for the first time can be scary, but never fear!—the ISU Alumni Association is here to help you transition to your next step. Redbird Connections:  Don’t forget to create your profile with Redbird Connections—our online alumni community! The Alumni Association wants to make sure you are aware of the... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/alumni-transition/" class="readRest" title="The ISU Alumni Association is here to help you transition">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>More questions about commencement?</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/questions-graduation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 17:46:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For more information on professional commencement photography, ceremony scheduling and disability accommodations, please visit the Graduation Services website at http://www.graduationservices.ilstu.edu/. Check out a list of Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about when you will receive your diploma, how you will get your honors cord and much, much more!]]></description>
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		<title>Career Center</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/career-center-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 17:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Graduates]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Need help finding a job? Would you like a career expert to critique your resume? Interested in attending career fairs? Trying to decide whether to pursue graduate school? The Career Center can assist you with all of your job-searching needs! Career Fairs and Events – The Career Center hosts a variety of career events throughout the school year.... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/05/career-center-2/" class="readRest" title="Career Center">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Normal Fire Department receives Redbird Pride Award</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/normal-fire-department-receives-redbird-pride-award/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:12:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Advancement]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Normal Fire Department received a Redbird Pride Award in recognition of their long-standing partnership with Illinois State University. Caption: Normal Firefighters with Redbird Pride Committee The Normal Fire Department has showed their support of Illinois State University through flying the Redbird flag on game days, placing Redbird decals on fire trucks, and proudly sporting... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/normal-fire-department-receives-redbird-pride-award/" class="readRest" title="Normal Fire Department receives Redbird Pride Award">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Kara Sigle competes on Food Network Star</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/kara-sigle-competes-on-food-network-star/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:08:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Alumni]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Tune into the Food Network on May 13, as Kara Sigle ’03 puts her cooking skills to the test and competes for her own Food Network show on Food Network Star. The show will pit Sigle against 14 other seasoned chefs. However this season Food Network personalities Alton Brown, Bobby Flay, and Giada De Laurentiis... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/kara-sigle-competes-on-food-network-star/" class="readRest" title="Kara Sigle competes on Food Network Star">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Huls makes debut in Cannes Short Film Corner</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/huls-makes-debut-in-cannes-short-film-corner/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:22:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Advancement]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jason Huls ’02 has been earning recognition for his short film, The Drone. It was featured in the 2011 Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner, which showcases new talent for cinema enthusiasts and a Cannes jury. “Being in the festival has opened doors,” Huls said. “I have been contacted by different film groups, including one... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/huls-makes-debut-in-cannes-short-film-corner/" class="readRest" title="Huls makes debut in Cannes Short Film Corner">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Acafellaz-Do Right</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/acafellaz-do-right/</link>
		<comments>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/acafellaz-do-right/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:32:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[University]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Acafellaz of Illinois State University singing &#8220;Do Right&#8221; at their End of the Year Show.]]></description>
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		<title>The Class of 1962 to be inducted into the Half Century Club</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/the-class-of-1962-to-be-inducted-into-the-half-century-club/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:21:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Leif Nelson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Class of 1962 will be celebrating their 50th reunion and getting inducted into the Half Century Club during the Half Century Club Reunion on June 14–15. The landmark Classes of 1937, 1942, 1947, 1952, and 1957 will also be honored. All alumni are welcome to attend this reunion to help celebrate the induction of... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/the-class-of-1962-to-be-inducted-into-the-half-century-club/" class="readRest" title="The Class of 1962 to be inducted into the Half Century Club">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Nursing Alumni Awards and Reunion Banquet and 40th anniversary of the Transcultural Experience</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/nursing-alumni-awards-and-reunion-banquet-and-40th-anniversary-of-the-transcultural-experience/</link>
		<comments>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/nursing-alumni-awards-and-reunion-banquet-and-40th-anniversary-of-the-transcultural-experience/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:21:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Leif Nelson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Mennonite Nurses Alumni Organization will be hosting the Awards and Reunion Banquet and the 40th anniversary of the Transcultural Experience on Saturday, May 5, at the Bone Student Center. The deadline to register for this event is Wednesday, April 25. The following recipients will be presented with MNAO Awards: Distinguished Alumni Award Sue (Stark)... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/nursing-alumni-awards-and-reunion-banquet-and-40th-anniversary-of-the-transcultural-experience/" class="readRest" title="Nursing Alumni Awards and Reunion Banquet and 40th anniversary of the Transcultural Experience">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Young Alumni Night at the Student Fitness Center</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/young-alumni-night-at-the-student-fitness-center/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:20:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Leif Nelson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Come out and enjoy the Student Fitness Center with the Central Illinois Young Alumni Network! Mix and mingle with other graduates from the last decade along with current students and enjoy all that this magnificent building has to offer for free! 5:30–7 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2012 Student Fitness Center 100 North University  St. Normal,... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/young-alumni-night-at-the-student-fitness-center/" class="readRest" title="Young Alumni Night at the Student Fitness Center">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Alumni Association Awards</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/alumni-association-awards/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:20:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Leif Nelson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nominations are being accepted for the 2013 Alumni Association Awards. From now until May 31, consider nominating a fellow Redbird for one of the five awards given out during Founders Day, February 21, 2013. More details about each of the award categories, award criteria, online nomination forms, the selection process, and timeline are available at... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/alumni-association-awards/" class="readRest" title="Alumni Association Awards">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>40 for 40</title>
		<link>http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/40-for-40/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:20:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Leif Nelson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Exceeding expectations. Drawing alumni together. Having promise for tomorrow. Each of these would have been an ample title to define or encompass the regular-season finish and postseason run of each of the Illinois State men’s and women’s basketball teams during the 2011–2012 season. Whether it was the ISU men’s team pushing nationally-ranked Creighton into overtime in... <a href="http://blogs.ilstu.edu/illinois-state-news/2012/04/40-for-40/" class="readRest" title="40 for 40">[Read the Rest]</a>]]></description>
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