Staff Council at Illinois State University

10/08/2026

The Center for Civic Engagement's annual SOCKtober collection for new, in-package socks to benefit local families is happening now! Drop off socks of any size, age, and style at College Place Uptown Suite C.

Good socks are important to basic health, and they are also the most requested item for children in our annual Holiday Helper program. That is why we are turning the month of October into SOCKtober this year. Throughout the month we will be collecting new, in-package socks for local children. All ty...

10/07/2026

Join the Civics IsU: Every Day Democracy panel on Oct. 14 to hear from experts on civic literacy, voter education, and community engagement. Learn more and RSVP:

A panel discussion with campus and community representatives will discuss the civic literacy and skills needed to become informed, engaged, and responsible community members and ethical leaders on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

09/24/2026

🍽️ RSVP for the Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon! We'll gather on Tuesday, October 20, from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Bone Student Center to celebrate Homecoming and the hard work of faculty and staff.

Illinois State University faculty and staff are invited to the Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Register to attend by Tuesday, October 6, 2026.

09/22/2026

There are plenty of opportunities for staff to join the Homecoming fun!
Whether you bring family or a friend to an event or sign up with colleagues to decorate your office or a parade float, we're can't wait to celebrate with you!

Homecoming 2026 will be here soon (October 19-25), and Illinois State’s campus is starting to plan for the festivities.

09/21/2026

🎉 Congratulations to this year's A/P Scholarship recipients—and kudos to their parents! Our colleagues have a lot to be proud of.

The Administrative/Professional Council at Illinois State offers scholarships to students whose parents or legal guardians are current or retired A/P staff members.

09/18/2026

Grab fresh produce at a low cost, right on campus. Sign up for Redbird Fresh Market—or sponsor a student!— by September 25 for eight weeks of fruits and veggies.

The Redbird Fresh Market is a program that brings fresh fruits and vegetables right to our campus. Open to all students, the Redbird Fresh Market offers low-cost, high-quality produce once a week for eight weeks.

09/17/2026

Support the causes that matter most to you! Make a one-time gift or set up payroll deduction through the State and University Employees Combined Appeal (SECA). 100% of your donation goes directly to your charity of choice!
Learn more and participate:

09/16/2026

Make a difference in our community by volunteering at the 3rd Annual Million Meal Pack on September 26. ❤️ Thousands of volunteers will come together to pack one million meals for distribution across Illinois. Sign up for a shift:

Community volunteers are needed for the third annual Million Meal Pack on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m., at CEFCU Arena.

09/14/2026

Check out the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts' lineup of exhibitions, performances, concerts, and more this month!

Illinois State University’s Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts is pleased to announce a selection of events during August and September 2026.

09/10/2026

Take a midday pause this fall with Intro to Mindfulness classes from Redbird Well. 🧘
These practical mindfulness and meditation techniques help reduce stress, improve focus, and support overall well-being. Learn more and register:

Illinois State University's Health Promotion and Wellness will offer Intro to Mindfulness Part I and Part II classes this fall.