Two more H1N1 vaccine clinics set for next week in B-N Nov 7, 2009
"Because Illinois Wesleyan University and Illinois State University both ordered vaccine with plans to vaccinate their students...we wanted to focus on the general public who wouldn't be able to get vaccinated in another manner," Link said. Meanwhile, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Lincoln decided Friday to control the spread of flu by limiting hospital visitors to people 18 and older who are free of flu symptoms and who are spouses, partners and family members of patients. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Aztec Jené Morris One Of 30 Candidates For Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Nov 5, 2009
Jayne Appel Center Stanford University Miranda Ayim Forward/Center Pepperdine University Amy Beggin Guard University of New Mexico Joy Cheek Forward/Guard Duke University Alysha Clark Forward Middle Tennessee State University Allyssa DeHaan Center Michigan State University Claire Faucher Guard Portland State University Kristen Feemster Forward Western Carolina University Jordan Franey Guard/Forward University of California, Santa Barbara Tyra Grant Guard Pennsylvania State University Alexis... (Goaztecs.com)
B-N university presidents' salaries far short of top private school leaders' Nov 3, 2009
Illinois State University President Al Bowman earned $360,000 in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. In addition to his salary, he received $20,000 for deferred salary plan for retirement, a residence, a vehicle and a membership in the Bloomington County Club. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Forum aims to raise graduation rate Oct 30, 2009
The Illinois Dropout Prevention Summit, planned Wednesday at Illinois State University, is part of a nationwide effort to increase the graduation rate of students ... Where: Illinois State University Bone Student Center, Normal. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Santa Clara's 'Fastbreak Club' to Hold Luncheon... Oct 30, 2009
The young team will face one of the nation's toughest non-conference schedules, playing at the University of Iowa, facing UCLA or Illinois State University, traveling to the University of Oregon and West Virginia University. The home schedule begins Saturday, November 7 at 1 p.m. with an exhibition game against Sonoma State University. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
ISU planners want input on the future of ISU facilities, property Oct 29, 2009
NORMAL -- Illinois State University planners want input from campus and community members as they plan the future of ISU facilities and property. It has been nearly a decade since ISU Master Plan: 2000-2020 was laid out, so it's time for an update, said Dan Layzell, ISU vice president for finance and planning. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Given-Wysocki Oct 29, 2009
The bride-elect is a graduate of Illinois State University with a degree in architectural interior design ... Her fianc attended Illinois State University and received a degree in architectural management. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Mitchell-Harmon Oct 29, 2009
The bride is a 2004 graduate of DePue High School and a 2009 graduate of Illinois State University in Normal. She is a first-grade teacher at DePue Unit School. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
State stops reimbursing universities for giving vets free tuition Oct 28, 2009
For Illinois State University, it's about $3 million. "It's just something we work into the budget," said ISU spokesman Jay Groves. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
200 people show up for health care reform forum Oct 28, 2009
Gordon Didner, of Carlock, has his question answered by Wendell Potter at the Health Care: National and Local Issues sponsored by the League of Women Voters of McLean County Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Illinois State University in Normal ... Potter spoke at a health care reform forum at Illinois State University's Bone Student Center. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Fund drives on: Dig deep to help in trying times Oct 27, 2009
So, whether it is a volunteer seeking donations for the United Way or a college student "trick-or-treating" for spare change for the Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University Habitat for Humanity Chapter, do what you can to help others in our community. Posted in on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:00 am. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Bloomington's west-side improvement plans progressing Oct 26, 2009
The Stevenson Center at Illinois State University is helping to find an executive director, who is expected to start Jan. 2. The committee doesn't know how much the director would be paid, but already has raised some money to pay for the office and the director. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
State marching band competition hits all the right notes Oct 25, 2009
Urbana High School's Deven Carter plays a trumpet solo as the Tigers perform ''I Believe'' during the State of Illinois Invitational High School Marching Band Championships, held Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at Illinois State University's Hancock Stadium in Normal ... "It's a special day --a culmination of a year," said Stephen Steele, director of bands at Illinois State University. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Public being deceived about high-speed rail Oct 25, 2009
However, frustration turned to optimism once I found out that Kristina Rasmussen, executive vice president of the Illinois Policy Institute, who has been featured on CNN and CSPAN, and Jim Hoft, proprietor of the "Gateway Pundit," are coming to speak at the Illinois State University Alumni Center on Nov. 11. Kristina Rasmussen is an expert on the myth of high-speed rail and Jim Hoft's blog is read by 1. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Obituaries (12) Oct 25, 2009
He was involved in the construction of many buildings including the dormitories at Illinois State University. Herschel served in the US Navy during WW II. He served in the South Pacific and the European Theatre. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Lake Land College student wins top prize at Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Awards Oct 25, 2009
MATTOON David Gaslain, a sophomore radio-TV broadcasting major at Lake Land College, took first place in TV Long Form Programming at the annual Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Awards held recently at Illinois State University. His entry was titled My Three tips To Protect the Environment. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Funding for MAP concerns ISU board Oct 24, 2009
NORMAL - Illinois State University leaders on Friday praised student efforts to sway the General Assembly to reinstate Monetary Award Program funding this spring, but they wondered where money would come from. "It may mean a cut somewhere else" in state higher education funding, raising the possibility of having to raise tuition to compensate, said ISU President Al Bowman. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
4 council candidates running unopposed Oct 23, 2009
Education: Bachelor of science, applied computer science, Illinois State University. Community involvement: Habitat for Humanity, Boy Scouts of America, Special Olympics, Partners in Education, Corn Belt Lapidary gical Society, Great River Players Community Theatre. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Two ISU students charged in Marriott vandalism case Oct 23, 2009
BLOOMINGTON -- Two Illinois State University students were in court Thursday to face charges related to damage to the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in uptown Normal. Patrick Smyth, 19, of Naperville and Andrew Pacholski, 21, of Palos Park each are charged with criminal damage to property over $300 and criminal trespass to a building. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
2 ISU students surrender after Normal police release Marriot vandalism video Oct 22, 2009
NORMAL -- Two Illinois State University students surrendered to Normal police Wednesday after a video depicting their alleged connection to weekend damage to the new Marriott Hotel and Conference Center was distributed throughout the campus ... Illinois State University's student affairs division forwarded a police e-mail requesting the public's help in identifying the suspects. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Price tag for college up sharply Oct 21, 2009
Illinois State University raised tuition and fees by 7. 6 percent for incoming, full-time students who started this fall. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Uptown Marriott Hotel readies for opening day Oct 20, 2009
The hotel also has two hospitality suites and two presidential suites: one faces west toward the Illinois State University campus and named after ISU President Al Bowman; the other facing east and named after Illinois Wesleyan University President Dick Wilson. Pritts said the center already has $2. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Jim Ryan moves closer to entering Republican primary for governor Oct 20, 2009
The absence of a clear front-runner might be why Ryan wants to get in, said Illinois State University political scientist Robert Bradley. If there was a clear favorite, Bradley said, Ryan probably wouldn t want to walk into an impossible race. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Olympics committee made right decision Oct 20, 2009
And, Illinois State University has had its share of Olympians beyond athletes: delegates to the International Olympic Committee, hosting the National Olympic Academy, representative to the Scientific Congress, 19 student Olympians and a representative to the IOC, as well as athletes. Although numerous heads of state were present at the recent IOC meeting, mainstream media said it best about our involvement. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Related: Hotel guests could provide major boon to uptown business Oct 20, 2009
CVS Pharmacy already has committed to a large portion of the first floor and Illinois State University is leasing out the second floor. One Main Development of Champaign remains stalled by financing for a planned multi-use building on the west side of the roundabout but "we're not giving up," said President Mike Royse. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Pantagraph Announces 20 Under 40 Winners Oct 19, 2009
Jean Andrew, 25, owner, Lone Ridge Farm; Enid Cardinal, 31, sustainability coordinator, Illinois State University; Nannette Castenada Fosen, 40 (39 at nomination deadline), counsel, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co.; Jason Clay, 28, assistant vice president/business banker, National City Bank (part of PNC). Debra Coffman, 39, head girl's basketball coach, Central High School, and medical assistant, Illinois Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery; Mercy Davison, 34, town planner, Town of... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
• Farrell, Dedrick wed Oct 18, 2009
A 1998 Juneau-Douglas High School graduate and 2002 graduate from Illinois State University, she is a paralegal. The groom is the son of Carol and Rick Dedrick. (Juneau Empire)
250 costumed participants brave weather for local race Oct 17, 2009
"It could be worse, it could be snowing," joked Kathy Rossetti, an Illinois State University senior from Palatine, shortly after a downpour left her drenched, walking toward uptown Normal ... The Great Urban Race was part of Illinois State University homecoming. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Students did great job for homecoming Oct 17, 2009
Last Sunday, JEM's Hair Studio & Day Spa was visited by students from Illinois State University. They were there as volunteers, to decorate the windows at our business, as well as countless other businesses in the Twin Cities for this weekend's "Rock the Red" Illinois State University homecoming. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
College day planned for area students Oct 17, 2009
The following schools who offer agriculture programs have been invited: Illinois State University, University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, Black Hawk East, Joliet Junior College, Lake Land College and Illinois Central College. If you are interested in majoring in agriculture, feel free to attend the program and utilize this opportunity to meet with eight Illinois colleges. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
New group kicks off Congo Week, seeks awareness Oct 17, 2009
The group, created in July by Ekal and other Congolese immigrants, has student chapters at Heartland and Illinois State University ... 7 p.m. Tuesday - "Education in the Congo," Illinois State University, Schroeder Hall Room 115. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
House OKs increased college grants after rally, but without the money Oct 16, 2009
"There's been tremendous support," said Illinois State University senior Scott Preston. "It's been a great mobility tool for the student body.". (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Related: McLean Co. health officials belive more than six people have H1N1 Oct 16, 2009
Since school resumed in mid-August, Illinois State University has had 187 students report influenza-like illness and the majority probably had H1N1, said Brent Paterson, senior associate vice president for student affairs. "These numbers would be normal in a regular flu season," Paterson said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
It's homecoming; celebrate ties with ISU campus Oct 16, 2009
Thousands of students and alumni will be celebrating homecoming at Illinois State University this weekend, just as the Illinois Wesleyan University community did recently ... Illinois State University and the town of Normal have a good working relationship, particularly in recent years. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Leigh Crawley joins Coldwell Banker Oct 15, 2009
In 2007, she graduated cum laude from Illinois State University with a degree in communication studies. Since graduating from ISU, Crawley has worked as a bookkeeper at Henry Foods and was an assistant coach for the Henry-Senachwine High School girls; basketball team. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A tale of two teachers Oct 15, 2009
When I was a student at Illinois State University, my professors always said each student learns in a different way and comes into the classroom with a different ability level. I noticed this during student teaching, and now I am fully realizing it in my classroom. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
ISU library to house special collections archive of 'Brady Bunch' Oct 14, 2009
Illinois State University announced Tuesday its library will house a special collections archive about the 1960s pop culture phenomena. "As far as I know, this will be the first of its kind," said Ted Nichelson, an ISU alum and author of "Love to Love You Bradys," a book focusing on the sitcom's 1970s variety hour spin-off. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
IVCC will host State University Transfer Day Oct 14, 2009
Representatives from the following universities will be available to meet with interested students at IVCC;s fair: Chicago State University, Eastern Illinois University, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Southern University at Carbondale, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Illinois at Springfield, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Western Illinois University. This is an opportunity for students and area... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Related: Community's help sought with summit on obesity Oct 13, 2009
That was the idea behind the first community summit on overweight and obese children Thursday at Illinois State University's Alumni Center ... A task force will take the information to recommend a program or programs that may be implemented communitywide next year, said summit co-Chairwomen Marilyn Morrow of Illinois State University and Jackie Lanier of the county health department. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Butler Ties For 12th At D. A. Weibring Intercollegiate Oct 13, 2009
Butler lost ground in the final round of the tournament and wound up tied for 12th in the final team standings of the D. A. Weibring Intercollegiate, hosted by Illinois State University. The two-day, 54-hole tournament at Weibring Golf Club concluded on Monday (Oct. (Butlersports.com)
Local florist on a mission to find home for old, dusty vases Oct 13, 2009
One home for the leftovers has been the Illinois State University glass house. The arts program teaches students the art of blowing glass and other creations. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Men's Golf begins play at D.A. Weibring Intercollegiate Oct 12, 2009
- The Southern Illinois men's golf team continued its fall schedule Sunday, competing in the D.A. Weibring Intercollegiate at Illinois State University. Round one at the par-70, 6,681-yard Weibring Golf Club began at 8:30 a.m. this morning, and that would be all the 15 teams would get through as the second round was postponed due to darkness. (Siusalukis.com)
Related: Federal money aids disabled, schools Oct 11, 2009
Thomas Crumpler, interim director of the center at Illinois State University, said the program, which hires ISU students for the one-on-one tutoring sessions, costs $50 for one session each week for eight weeks and $75 for two sessions a week. While the center tries to work with families who can't afford the cost, the partnership with Community Action will allow the center to expand and work with a larger population, Crumpler said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Poor economy, uncertain job market add to stress facing college students Oct 9, 2009
Illinois State University sophomore Tom Murphy talks with his group as part of an exercise during the Stress Management class at Hewett and Manchester Hall on campus Wednesday afternoon, September 9, 2009 ... "Thinking about the future and careers - particularly in this economy - is an added stress for our students. It's much greater than this time last year," said Sandy Colbs, counseling services director at Illinois State University. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Say it ain't so: Frost in the forecast this weekend? Oct 9, 2009
Paige Vanderschoot takes a phone call while walking on the quad Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009, at Illinois State University in Normal ... The record lows are 26 degrees for Oct. 10, set in 1925; 21 degrees for Oct. 11, set in 1906; and 24 degrees for Oct. 12, set in 1987, according to Darcy Loy of Illinois State University's campus service/grounds department. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Annual PHS fall concert Oct 9, 2009
The guest conductor will be student teacher Derek Zinke, senior choral music education major at Illinois State University. Admission to the concert is $4 for adults, $3 for grades 1-12 and senior citizens 55 and older. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Dual events at B-N campuses mark anniversary of Afghan war Oct 8, 2009
A 6:30 p.m. documentary at Illinois State University and a 7 p.m. candlelight vigil at Illinois Wesleyan University are both free and open to the public. The U.S. invasion was launched after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks to defeat the Taliban and rid al-Qaida of a home base. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Ramsey Inducted Into WINGS Hall of Honor Oct 8, 2009
Ramsey then transferred to Illinois State University in Normal, Ill ... Just to name a few, Ramsey is a member of the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, the Illinois State University Athletic Hall of Fame, the Bradley University Athletic Hall of Fame, the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame (first female inductee), the Greater Peoria Sports Hall of Fame and the National Junior College Fastpitch Softball Coaches Hall of Fame. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Uptown-ISU makeovers take top billing at liaison panel meeting Oct 8, 2009
NORMAL -- The changing faces of the Illinois State University campus and uptown Normal are unfolding in tandem, and they took top billing at a joint meeting Wednesday for town and university leaders. The liaison committee brings together the ISU cabinet and town council members. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
McLean Co. Board member pleads guilty to disorderly conduct Oct 7, 2009
Megan Nelson is an employee of the county clerk's office, and Margaret Nelson works at Illinois State University. Margaret Nelson and Nuckolls worked in the same office at ISU before Nuckolls was transferred to ISU's Office of Environmental Health and Safety. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mike Phillips Oct 7, 2009
Phillips; co-author on the presentation is Bill Shields of Oglesby, a graduate of IVCC teaching in the Geology Department at Illinois State University. Phillips says he looks forward to sharing his work with geologists from around the world and getting an overview of current research in his field. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Presentation to focus on early history of Illinois cattle and hog drives Oct 7, 2009
Previously he worked at Milner Library at Illinois State University for eight years. He has a graduate degree in history from Illinois State University and a graduate degree in public affairs from the University of Illinois at Springfield. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Victim's daughter shares story at domestic violence conference Oct 7, 2009
Exposure to domestic violence results in people who have problems with relationships, conflict management and anxiety, weakening the fabric of society, said Diane Zosky, associate professor of social work at Illinois State University. Hartrich said her mother had been beaten by her boyfriend and Hartrich convinced her to live with Hartrich and her husband. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Several events to ring in this year's homecoming at IWU Oct 5, 2009
Come Oct. 12, Illinois State University launches its "Spread the Red" festivities throughout Normal. The IWU Titans play Millikin University's Big Blue at 1:30 p.m. on Wilder Field. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
200 participate in Millennium Girls conference at State Farm Oct 4, 2009
Illinois State University was the original host for the annual conference, which began about 11 years ago, and the university continues to co-sponsor the event with State Farm. "I don't want to leave!" exclaimed Alexis Peterson, 10, a fifth-grader at Stevenson Elementary School in Bloomington. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Fourth annual Play for Olamide honors slain ISU student Oct 4, 2009
NORMAL -- A fundraiser for a scholarship in memory of slain Illinois State University student Olamide Adeyooye fell short of its goal Saturday. But organizers say they'll rally to better next year's turnout. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Coliseum posts $9,674 loss for August Oct 3, 2009
The additional attendance included a tryout for the Illinois State University hockey team and the pep rally for the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" television show. The year-to-date operating deficit is $188,043, according to the report. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Anderson-Hattan Oct 3, 2009
She received her bachelor;s degree from Illinois State University and will complete a master;s degree in May 2010. She is employed as a second-grade teacher by the Midland School District in Lacon. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Related: Disaster planners prepare for possibility of H1N1 pandemic Sep 26, 2009
Paula Hutson, a Licensed Practical Nurse at Illinois State University, gives a flu shot to fellow LPN Janet Spera at the Student Health Services building on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 ... The H1N1 Information Sharing Summit at State Farm's Oakland Avenue Building was attended by about 120 representatives of businesses and agencies, including Illinois State University, BroMenn Regional Medical Center, Country Financial, police and fire departments, schools, media, McLean County Emergency Management... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Beason case a reminder that many Central Illinois crimes still unsolved Sep 26, 2009
Normal police said the murder of the 22-year-old Illinois State University student remains open and under investigation. Former boyfriend Alan Beaman's conviction in the case was overturned in 2008 by the state supreme court. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Confirmed local cases of H1N1 only 'tip of the iceberg' Sep 26, 2009
Illinois State University alone has 20,000 students. ISU has had about 90 students with flu-like illnesses this semester, said Dr. Glenn Weiss, medical director of ISU's Student Health Service. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Public Safety 09/25/09 Sep 25, 2009
Robbery - Two Illinois State University students reportedly were jumped, beaten and robbed of their cell phones while walking on campus in the early morning hours on Sunday, police said. Mob action - Six men and three women beat a 19-year-old Normal man about 11:30 p.m. Sunday near the intersection of Locust and Linden streets, Normal. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Champ trying to salvage tough year Sep 22, 2009
On her way to becoming a member of Northern s athletics Hall of Fame, McClear won a state title and the Illinois State University Invitational. It was the biggest event we played, McClear said of the ISU tourney. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Skateboarding banned in uptown Normal Sep 22, 2009
Council members split on a proposal to lower the number of parking spaces for apartments in the parking impact zone - an area around the Illinois State University campus. Current code requires one space per bedroom. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Not gnats: Insects annoy B-N thanks to wet, cool summer Sep 22, 2009
Aphids "don't like it too hot ... and they don't like it too cold," said Scott Sakaluk, an Illinois State University professor in biological sciences. The summer - the 11th coolest in Illinois since 1895 - was also good for growing the plants that aphids call home until their pre-freeze migration, he said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
