NORMAL, Ill.- The town of Normal partnered with ISU Athletics for the annual Ballin’ on Beaufort event in Uptown on Wednesday night. The event brought together the men’s and women’s basketball teams, complete with shooting competitions, local vendors, and a live DJ. Uptown Circle and Linden were closed off to transform the block into a stage-filled hub for Redbird basketball fans. “The goal of the event is to get everyone […]
Image courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State University’s Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies department partnered with Emergency Management on Friday to host a training event highlighting the university’s on-campus safety rules and protocols. Dr. Jacklyn Weier, Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies advisor, spoke about what the training with Emergency Management entailed. "The two-hour training provided an overview of how to respond to emergencies, including active shooter […]
Image courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. - The State of the University address was delivered by ISU President Aondover Tarhule Thursday afternoon. “This annual tradition is more than just a status report,” Tarhule said. "It is a moment to celebrate our triumphs and accomplishments, acknowledge and reflect on our shared challenges and opportunities, reaffirm our shared values and strategic priorities, and share once again, our vision of the […]
NORMAL, Ill. - In the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University last week, students across the country have shared viewpoints on the situation and its consequences. Charlie Kirk, cofounder of the conservative organization Turning Point USA, is known for his activism and frequent visits to college campuses. Last semester, he spoke at Illinois State University, where he shared his views and engaged students in discussion […]
NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State University is making efforts on campus to provide mental health support for students during Suicide Prevention Month. Donelle Pressburger, a case manager for Student Health Services, talked about the types of support she offers to students, other mental health resources on campus and why they are important. Pressburger has been in her role since September 2023, with it being one of the first at ISU. She […]
Image courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. - A new major was introduced into Illinois State University's School of Communication this school year. The sports communication program, launched this fall, has already attracted 68 students who have declared it as either their primary or secondary major. Director of the School of Communication, Aimee Miller-Ott, explained that Sports Communication encompasses so much more than just broadcasting and media, as it […]
NORMAL, Ill. - Theft was the most frequently reported crime by Illinois State University police this week. The first incident occurred on Monday around 10 a.m. at Haynie Hall, followed by another on Thursday evening at Watterson Towers. Police also responded to domestic disputes on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The Normal Police Department reported a series of thefts throughout the week. On Thursday, two incidents were reported. One around 7 […]
Image courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State University is broadening its academic opportunities with the launch of a new College of Engineering building, set to open to students in the fall of 2026. Branden Delk, Director of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Student Success, discussed the program and new facility, highlighting student opportunities and the different engineering fields available. “In 2020, we officially had a consulting firm […]
Photo courtesy of the Town of Normal NORMAL, Ill. - Normal will soon begin seven construction projects aimed at making the roads safer for motorists and pedestrians. The projects, titled “The Pedestrian and Roadway Campus Safety Initiative,” have start dates staggered throughout September. Each will reportedly take between a single day and several months. The projects include shortening crosswalks, adding bike lanes, making road symbols more visible, improving intersections and […]
