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The division of University Advancement at Illinois State University seeks to enhance the image of Illinois State University, cultivate relationships, and secure funds. The Division is comprised of several teams working together, including: Fundraising, Alumni Engagement, University Marketing and Communications, and Advancement and Foundation Operations.

Illinois State is a university on the rise

You answered the call for support, making Redbirds Rising: The Campaign for Illinois State the University's most successful fundraising effort. Because of your generosity, our Redbirds are dreaming of brighter futures, gaining the confidence to lead, and engaging in learning spaces that foster creative thinking. You've created a University on the rise.

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University Advancement News

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New alumni award to honor trailblazer Andrew Purnell Jr.llinois State University Alumni Association is honored to announce the newly established Andrew Purnell Jr. Trailblazer Alumni Award as a part of the Alumni Award program.

Alumni Events

May6

Illinois State Insights webinar: Trust yourself5/6/21 at 11:00 AMOnline

May12

Illinois State Insights webinar: Going beyond work-life balance5/12/21 at 11:00 AMOnline

May18

Illinois State Insights webinar: How to change anyone’s mind5/18/21 at 11:00 AMOnline

May19

Campus culinary centers virtual tour5/19/21 at 12:00 AMOnline

Jun2

Women in Leadership: Where are They?6/2/21 at 12:00 PMOnline