ISU in the News
David Anderson, PHI, was interviewed on Nao the Robot – WEEK-TV
Angelo Capparella, BSC, was interviewed on the toll environmental changes are taking on birds – The Pantagraph
Daniel Everett, LAN, was interviewed about his book, "Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes" and the Piraha culture – NPR
Kelly Laurson, KNR, was interviewed on obesity in high school football linemen – Austin American Statesman
Patrick O'Sullivan, CTLT, was interviewed about the work the Center is doing to support faculty teaching - WJBC-AM
Neil Skaggs, ECO, was interviewed on the unemployment situation and when it might improve – WGLT
Jan Susina, ENG, was interviewed about children's literature and "Where the Wild Things Are" – WJBC-AM
Toni Tucker, Milner Library, was interviewed about the Friends of Milner Library Trivia Night – WJBC-AM
News
Board of Trustees approves FY2011 budget request
The budget request was $93 million and the capital appropriations request was $194 million.
Mennonite's Kerber studies gambling in older adults
The study focuses on the little-known health problem of pathological gambling in older, incarcerated adults in the U.S.
Board of Trustees approves internal budget
The budget is $363.7 million, which is a 4.9 percent increase from the FY2009 budget.
Board of Trustees approves solid waste management program
The service provider is Allied Waste, a leader in recycling efforts with over 80 material recovery facilities.
University officials respond to increase in flu activity
As cases of influenza-like illness ramp up, everyone is being reminded to take proper precautions.
Sign highlights Lincoln tie to Illinois State
The sign is in place near the Lincoln Gates on the west side of the University's Quad.
Campus-wide test of ISU Emergency Alert system on Oct. 29
The campus community will receive the emergency message at noon via Illinois State e-mail or through the chosen mode of those who have registered for the alert.
Last week to submit Teaching & Learning Symposium proposals
The 2010 Symposium will be held in Uptown Normal at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center on Jan. 6.
Time is running out for SECA campaign
Faculty and staff can make a donation to the SECA campaign prior to the Oct. 31 deadline.
