September 2010
Sept. Career Path Chat Series – Sept. 13, 21, 27, Oct. 5 & 11
Panel presents on proposed NY Islamic Center - Sept. 13
The End of Political Islam? Mobilizing Islam in Muslim Southeast Asia – Sept. 15
Ramirez and Subervi to speak on Latino issues – Sept. 22, Oct. 10
Safe Zone session, Shooting Beauty viewing open to faculty and staff – Sept. 22, Oct. 4, 5
Assc. of Latin American Students' Bienvenidos - Welcome to ISU – Sept. 25
Actor B.D. Wong to speak at LGBT Cultural Dinner – Sept. 27
A Global Perspective and Action Agenda regarding Children in Street Situations – Sept. 29
New Zealand educators present on early childhood care, natural playscapes – Oct. 4
Ricardo Cortez Cruz believes being a faculty member presents an opportunity to not only teach college students, but to mentor them one-on-one. “I try to be very accessible, open and student-friendly,” Cruz said.
While today’s generation of college students may not remember Matthew Shepard, his tragic death in 1998 in Laramie, Wyo., resulted in a program that has served the Illinois State University campus for over 10 years.
Maria Luisa Zamudio first discovered the importance of bilingual education under trying circumstances. At eight years of age, Zamudio’s father moved his family from their home in Mexico City to Texas for his job.
Illinois State University students have described her as the best teacher they have encountered and have used their teacher evaluations to thank her for challenging them in the classroom.
Illinois State University is a dynamic learning community where diverse individuals come together to create an institutional narrative. The Identity online newsletter was conceived to share stories in the area of diversity and celebrate the accomplishments of faculty and staff that enrich the community and embrace the uniqueness of each member. This edition highlights the contributions that exemplify this core value and commitment to diversity.