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Strong Start With Academics
Encourage your student to stay on top of their course content by attending class, regularly checking Canvas and other online course resources, visiting instructors’ office hours, reading their email, and seeking academic services. If students need assistance, many free academic services are available, including Peer Success Advocates, tutoring for many courses, seminars and workshops, writing assistance, and more. Students can visit University College for details.
Family Weekend 2023
If you plan to visit your student this weekend, we look forward to having you on campus! Registration is not required for Family Weekend; however, some events require ticket purchases. For a complete schedule of events or to purchase tickets, visit the Family Weekend website.
On Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon, plan to stop by the Parent and Family Services Open House tent on the Turner East Lawn (South of Hancock Stadium). Gather your group for a photo to commemorate Family Weekend and meet the Dean of Students Office staff, who help you when you reach out to Parent and Family Services.
Homecoming 2023: Redbirds Reign
Another great time to visit Illinois State is for Homecoming 2023. This year, we will be celebrating from October 9-15. With a full schedule of activities, there are many ways to get involved throughout the week, including Redbird Football vs. Indiana State on Saturday, October 14. Get hyped for Homecoming 2023!
Safe Redbirds App
Safe Redbirds is the official safety app for Illinois State University, and we encourage everyone to download and explore it. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources.
Download the free app today from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Fall Career Fair
The Fall 2023 Career Fair will be held on Tuesday, October 3, from 2-5 p.m. in the Bone Student Center. Students have the opportunity to connect with employers seeking to fill full-time positions. Students can check out the list of employers attending the Fall Career Fair to select those they most want to meet and visit their websites to learn more about them and their open positions.
Technology Orientation
Students at Illinois State have access to many different types of technology tools and resources. Encourage your student to complete the Technology Orientation to make sure they know all the options available and how to utilize them.
Redbird Explore Video Series
A new video series hosted by the University Marketing and Communications social media and video intern team highlights fun things for students to do on and near Illinois State’s campus. Check out the first episode exploring a few of Uptown Normal’s favorite eateries. |
