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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.

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University Advancement News

Scholarship helps Redbird rise to prominence in her fieldFor LaShanti Brown ’16, the memory of receiving a scholarship to Illinois State University is as clear as if it happened yesterday. “It was a tear-jerking moment,” Brown said. “Receiving the Vittuci Memorial Scholarship means a chance at success. This scholarship has helped me in so many ways.” [...]

Alumni Events

Jun28

Illinois State Night at the CornBelters6/28/18 at 5:00 PMHorticulture Center

Jun30

Black Colleagues Association annual picnic6/30/18 at 11:00 AMBuffalo Woods-Central, Hickory Hills

Rangers/White Sox game for Dallas/Fort Worth Redbirds6/30/18 at 6:00 PMGlobe Life Park in Arlington

Jul7

Latin@ Alumni Network summer gathering7/7/18 at 1:00 PMHome of Daniel and Greg

Jul11

Redbird night at Chicago White Sox/St. Louis Cardinals game7/11/18 at 5:00 PMAlumni Center