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August 3, 2010

ISU in the News

Barb Dallinger, Dean of Students Office, was interviewed about Concerts on the Quad, Postcard Art and Friends of the Arts history - WJBC

Enid Cardinal, director of the Office of Sustainability, and Mike O'Grady, director of Grounds, were interviewed about the community food waste composting project - WJBC

Karen Stephens, director of the Illinois Child Care Center, spoke about the Illinois State Child Care Center services - WJBC

News

Board of Trustees approves four facilities projects

The Illinois State University Board of Trustees approved a remodeling project for Student Health Services, a roof replacement for East Campus, a renovation of residence hall elevators and a renovation design for the John Green Food Service. 

Students return to Illinois State

Just over 6,500 students will move into Illinois State University's residence halls beginning on Wednesday, Aug. 18, and Thursday, Aug. 19.

Community composting expands program

Illinois State University is expanding its sustainability initiatives to include a commercial scale food composting operation to divert more local food waste from landfills.

Gladly We Give continues to grow

Faculty, staff and retiree support for Illinois State University continued to grow in fiscal year 2010.

New child care center enrolling children of faculty and staff

The new Rogy's Learning Place, in cooperation with Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University, is currently under construction at the corner of Main and Harris streets in Normal.

Board of Trustees approves academic plan, athletics insurance renewal

The Illinois State University Board of Trustees approved the academic plan and renewal of athletics insurance. 

Trustees approve room/suite naming

The Illinois State University Board of Trustees approved the naming of three campus rooms/suites.   

Board approves tuition-fee policy amendment

The Illinois State University Board of Trustees approved a revision of the tuition and mandatory fees policy to comply with the amended Truth in Tuition Act.

Trustees approve presidential compensation

The Illinois State University Board of Trustees approved a new salary level of $369,000 for President Al Bowman effective July 1, with all related benefits.

Campus Master Plan available for public review

After four public forums, an online survey and input from various stakeholders, an updated draft of long-range plans for Illinois State’s physical development is now available for public review.

Wastawy honored for international library leadership

Sohair Wastawy, dean of libraries at Illinois State University, has been honored with an Association of College and Research Libraries International Relations Committee Special Recognition Award for leadership.

Homecoming email requests for alumni process announced

Donor and Information Services and the Alumni Relations office have partnered to provide a streamlined process for University units to submit their alumni email requests for Homecoming activities.


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