ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY - Key Persons
Well-manicured, lush, and green, Adelaide Street Field is the exclusive home for Redbird soccer. It features all the comforts necessary for playing, coaching, watching, or covering top-notch soccer.
Adelaide Street stays in top shape year-round thanks to facilities and sports turf specialists working with the coaching staff. Convenient parking sits right next to the field and a full-service press box sits atop the grandstand.
Since matches take place at the same facility, Adelaide Street Field is a true home field advantage for Redbird soccer. The Redbirds have won more than 70 percent of their matches here.
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- Access and Workflow Management Supervisor
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- Assistant Professor of English
Hamilton Hall has been permanently closed.
Hamilton Hall was named after Alma Mary Hamilton, an Assistant Professor of English from 1915-1943. She received the first bachelor's degree at Illinois State Normal University. When it opened in 1960, Hamilton Hall was one of the first high-rise dorms on campus.
Ebikhumi is a junior Political Science and Economics double major. In his time on campus, he has served as the President of the Association of Residence Halls and is currently an active member of the Honors Program, a Peer Mentor, and Director of Alternative Breaks. He is passionate about creating a safe and inclusive environment on campus, ensuring that students feel their voices are heard. He is an advocate for equity and accountability and looks forward to contributing to the ongoing conversations surrounding these topics. Upon graduating from Illinois State University, he hopes to pursue a career in higher education by first attending law school and obtaining his J.D. He is excited to serve as the student voice on the Board of Trustees.
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- Bone Student Center / Bone Student Center
Braden Auditorium is well-known across central Illinois for its large 3,483 seating space with outstanding views and innovative stage design. Braden hosts Broadway shows, touring companies, concerts, ballets, conferences, and much more!
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- Cashier 's Office Student Accounts Building
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- Asset Control Administrator
Colby Hall has been permanently closed.
Colby Hall opened in 1962 and was named after Dr. June Rose Colby (1858-1941), a Professor of English from 1892-1931. Colby was a beloved teacher and one of the first feminists of her time. She joined Illinois State Normal University in 1892 as a preceptress and Professor of Literature. Colby was also a writer who contributed to professional journals.
Cook Hall contains Illinois State University's School of Music and serves as a practice area for many music students.
One of Illinois State's most interesting buildings and the oldest one still standing on the Quad, Cook Hall was originally built to be a gymnasium. It was completed in 1897 and was named after John Williston Cook, the University's 4th President (1890-1899). He earned his diploma in 1865 from Illinois State Normal University and in 1876 he became a Professor of Mathematics.
The building has also been known as the "Old Castle" or "The Gymnasium." The Governor at the time, John Altgeld, had a great liking for medieval castles and insisted all new state construction during his term in office resemble castles. You'll find a Cook Hall look-alike at many other state schools; they are called "Altgeld's Folly."
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- Owner of Darren Tillis Insurance Agency
Darren Tillis is the owner of Darren Tillis Insurance Agency, an independent contract agency with State Farm Insurance Companies providing insurance and financial services throughout the State of Illinois, located in Chicago's historic North Lawndale community. With over 29 years of experience in the insurance & financial services industry, Darren has served in various leadership roles within the company and community. Darren has served as the Chair of Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) North Lawndale Advisory Board, Co-Chair of Lawndale Community Action Council (CAC), Co-Chair of Hughes Elementary Local School Council and a member of Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) North Lawndale Advisory Board. Darren is currently a member of Strategic Human Services Board of Directors and a member of UCAN Governing Board. Darren is a recipient of the Chicago Westside Branch NAACP Nola Bright Community Service Award and the New Covenant Community Development Corporation Game Changer Award. Darren earned a bachelor's degree in finance from Illinois State University in 1994.
Horton Field House contains 8,000 seats and is home to the Athletics Department and the Redbird Swimming team. It also houses part of the School of Kinesiology and Recreation.
Horton Field House opened as the first major building in West Campus in 1963 and was named after Dr. Clifford Pop Horton, director of the men's Health and Physical Education Department at Illinois State for 33 years. Dr. Horton served at the University from 1923-1961.
The Horton Pool is located at the west end of the Horton complex and was built for speed. The six-lane pool is where 23 of the 24 Illinois State school swimming records have been set. Through the years, Redbird swimmers have claimed six Midwest Independent titles, three National Independent championships and six conference titles while training at their convenient home. Still considered a 'fast pool,' the facility also includes a dry board inside and outside the pool for training, a trampoline, a hot tub for relaxing sore muscles, and inspiring Redbird Spirit decor painted on the walls.
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- President of Illinois State Normal University
Hewett Hall, a co-ed residence hall connected to Manchester Hall, is located near Milner Library and the Bone Student Center. The beds in Hewett Hall can be bunked and the desks are movable.
Hewett Hall was named after Dr. Edwin C. Hewett, the 3rd President of Illinois State Normal University (ISNU). Hewett became President of ISNU in January 1876. He was also a geography and history teacher. Hewett brought the University through a recession and the first librarian, Ange V. Milner, was employed under his administration. Hewett Hall opened in 1966.
Edwards Hall is located in between Schroeder Hall and Cook Hall on S. University Street, on the northwest end of the quad.
Ewing Manor was completed in 1929 in the Channel-Norman style, and embodies the grace, practicality, and natural beauty envisioned by its original owner, Hazle Buck Ewing.
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- Facilities Planning and Construction College Place Uptown
Fairchild Hall is located on Dry Grove Street next to Rachel Cooper.
Fell Hall is located between DeGarmo Hall and McCormick Hall on S. University Street, on the west end of the quad.
Hayden Auditorium was named after Annie Wezette Hayden in 1960. She was a first grade teacher at the Metcalf School from 1921-1956.
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- Health Promotion and Wellness Student Fitness Center and McCormick Hall
Fell Hall was renovated from a men's residence hall in 1989 and is now devoted to academic and administrative space. Fell Hall is home to the School of Communication, University College, Student Access and Accommodation Services, and student-run FM station WZND and TV-10 news.
One of the campus's oldest and most unique buildings, Fell Hall was named after Jesse W. Fell, the University's principal founding father. Fell led the campaign in 1857 that secured the financial backing in order to guarantee that the University would be located in Bloomington. Fell was born in 1808 in Pennsylvania and journeyed to Illinois working along the way as a teacher and journalist before earning a lawyer's certification.
Fell Hall was the first campus residence for women and was completed in 1918. The south wing was added in 1949. The University closed the building in 1989 in order to begin a $12 million renovation; it was reopened again in 1992.
Julian Hall is home to Technology Solutions. The Departmental Offices for Chemistry and Biological Sciences are located on the second floor, which is connected by a skyway to the 3rd floor of the Science Lab Building. The Department of Chemistry has additional offices, classroom facilities, labs, and a Resource Center for students in Julian Hall.
The building opened in 1970 and was dedicated to Julian in 1974. It was originally East Gate Hall. The Second Floor was renovated in 2003 to provide modern departmental offices for Biological Sciences and Chemistry, and additional facilities for Chemistry and campus administrative units.
Julian Hall was named after Percy Lavon Julian. Julian was a world-renowned chemist and civil rights worker. He served on the University's Board of Regents from 1967-1973. He earned his master's degree from Harvard University in 1923 and then a doctorate in 1931 from the University of Vienna, Austria.
Julian developed the process of mass production of hormones, helped with the availability of birth control pills, as well as the synthesis of a drug used to treat glaucoma.
Committed to making first-class legal assistance accessible and convenient within the Chicagoland area, Jones launched her own real estate and estate planning law firm following 15 years in corporate law and 2 years in estate planning. Jones has held leadership roles for the National Council of Negro Women-Chicago Central Section and Gospel Kitchen. She has served on the Boards for St. John Missionary Baptist Church and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., as well as Illinois State University's Attorneys Advisory Board, Black Colleagues Association, and the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Jones received her Juris Doctor from Emory University and a dual Bachelor's degree in political science and psychology from Illinois State University.
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- Chairman
- Physician and Partner at the Vein Specialists
Bohn is currently a physician and partner at The Vein Specialists in Bloomington, IL. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in education and a Master of Science degree from Illinois State University. She then matriculated to Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine degree. Following medical school, she completed a three-year residency in family medicine. Bohn worked as an emergency physician for 24 years in the Bloomington-Normal area. She served on the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Family Violence Council, the Red Cross Board, and the Illinois State University Foundation and Alumni Boards. In 1999, Bohn was honored as a McLean County YWCA Woman of Distinction, and in 2005, she was inducted into ISU's College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame.
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- Facilities Administration Director
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- Assistant Distribution Supervisor
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- Director of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
An internationally renowned accelerator physicist, Merminga is the director of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, located in Batavia, IL. She previously led Fermilab's Proton Improvement Plan II (PIP-II) project, an upgrade to Fermilab's accelerator complex to enable the world's most intense neutrino beam to the flagship Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE). Merminga has held major scientific leadership roles at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory in California; TRIUMF in Vancouver, Canada; and the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility in Virginia. She has served as an adjunct professor at the College of William and Mary, University of British Columbia, and University of Victoria, and as a professor at Stanford University in the departments of physics and astronomy. Merminga earned a bachelor's degree in physics from the University of Athens, Greece, and master's degrees in physics and mathematics and a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She is a Fermilab Distinguished Scientist, a fellow of the American Physical Society, and a graduate of the DOE's Openheimer Energy Science Leadership Program.
Manchester Hall, a co-ed residence hall connected to Hewett Hall, is located near Milner Library and the Bone Student Center. Manchester remains open throughout all university breaks during the academic year (this is referred to as nine-month housing).The beds in Manchester Hall can be bunked and the desks are movable.
Manchester Hall was named after Orson Manchester, a Dean from 1911-1928 at Illinois State Normal University. The building opened in 1966.
Fairchild Hall is home to the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology. The building also houses the Eckelmen-Taylor Speech and Hearing Clinic.
Fairchild Hall was named after Raymond W. Fairchild, President of our University from 1933-1955, and was dedicated in 1951. Fairchild Hall was the largest and most valuable building constructed in the 94 years of Illinois State Normal University's history at that time.
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- Office Bone Student Center
Edwards Hall is home to the Mennonite College of Nursing and to Capen Auditorium, where the Capen Cinema movie lineup is shown weekly during the fall and spring semesters.
Edwards Hall was opened in 1920 and renovated in the 1960's. The building is named after Richard Edwards, the second President of our University from 1862-1876. He was originally hired as a math instructor in 1861. Edwards coined the term "Grandest of Enterprises" for the teaching profession.
Capen Auditorium was named after Charles L. Capen in 1928. He attended Harvard and was on the Normal School Board.
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- Secretary
- President and CEO of Heritage Corridor Convention
Navarro is currently the President and CEO of Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau. In this role since 2006, Navarro administers a viable destination marketing program for the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor region that is designed to achieve economic development through tourism, marketing, promotion and development. He previously served as Director of Housing Services as U.S Equities Reality, where he worked to open the 18-story University Center in the Chicago loop that houses students from Columbia College Chicago, DePaul University, and Roosevelt University. Navarro also served as a facility manager for the DuPage Children's Museum and began his career at Illinois State University as an assistant director. He is a founding member of Illinois State University's Latino Alumni Network and a former chairman of the Illinois Council of Convention and Visitors Bureaus. Navarro earned his Doctor of Philosophy from Illinois State University.
Jenkins has over 25 years of experience creating educational policies that support students at the state and federal level. He currently serves as the Strategy Director for State Policy at Lumina Foundation, an organization committed to making learning opportunities beyond high school accessible to all. Prior to joining Lumina, Jenkins served as the Education Policy Director for the National Governors Association, where he managed a team that focused on leading state postsecondary education and supported governors and their staff to create, pass, and implement policies. Additional experience include Jenkins' service as the Director of External Relations for Western Governors University and as a Deputy Assistant Secretary in the U.S. Department of Education. He is a Pahara Fellow and a member of the Conservative Education Reform Network. Jenkins holds a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Central Florida and is currently pursuing his Master of Science at Purdue University.
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- Web and Interactive Communications Old Union Building / Weibring Golf Club / Welcome Desk Bone Student Center / Westhoff Theatre