Office of Research at Illinois State University

04/29/2026

At Illinois State University’s first-ever Freshman Engineering Design Project Symposium, more than 140 students unveiled 35 hands-on projects tackling real-world challenges—from healthcare to industry partnerships.

This is what the next generation of problem-solvers looks like at ISU: creative, collaborative, and ready to make an impact.

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The College of Engineering celebrated its first cohort of students and what they’ve accomplished in their initial year April 27 at the inaugural Freshman Engineering Design Project Symposium.

04/27/2026

Big wins for innovation at Illinois State! 🎉 The College of Arts and Sciences, Illinois State University Dean’s Research Challenge Grant supports faculty research while opening new opportunities for knowledge and impact across disciplines.

Congratulations to this year’s grant winners! Your ideas are shaping the future! 👏

Dr. Jan-Ulrik Dahl was one of six CAS faculty members to receive a Dean’s Research Challenge Grant this spring.

04/15/2026

April 2026 Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/ilstu/january-2021-bulletin-18333329

03/19/2026

* Don't miss this incredible opportunity *

Internationally renowned physicist and bestselling author Michio Kaku is coming to Illinois State University as part of the Presidential Speaker Series. Join us for an inspiring evening exploring the future of science, technology, and humanity.

Internationally renowned physicist, futurist, and bestselling author Michio Kaku is coming to Illinois State University as the next guest in the Presidential Speaker Series. Known for his work on string theory and for exploring the future of science, technology, and humanity, Kaku will share insights on the ideas shaping our world. Join us April 2 at 7 p.m. in the Bone Student Center—this free event is open to the public. Learn more: https://go.illinoisstate.edu/3OKBghk

03/18/2026

March 2026 Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/ilstu/january-2021-bulletin-18332747

03/02/2026

Big ideas, 3 minutes! Graduate students at Illinois State University took the stage for the annual Three Minute Thesis competition, turning complex research into powerful, bite-sized presentations. 👏

The Illinois State University Graduate School's Three Minute Thesis competition showcased the creativity and scholarship of 10 students February 26 at Normal Theater.

02/19/2026

February 2026 Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/ilstu/january-2021-bulletin-18331803

02/06/2026

Congratulations to all of the amazing students who took part in the Image of Research competition last night.

Students from across Illinois State's campus displayed artworks displaying their scholarship and creative activity at the seventh annual Image of Research Exhibit and Reception held February 5 at University Galleries.

01/28/2026

Congratulations to School of Information Technology at Illinois State Dr. Abdelmounaam Rezgui & Dr. Elahe Javadi, whose research team received seed funding from Illinois Innovation Network for a project focused on AI-powered personalized learning for neurodivergent students. College of Applied Science and Technology at Illinois State

The Illinois Innovation Network has awarded over $160,000 to two new social innovation seed grant projects. These two newly funded projects bring the total recipients of the IIN’s Social Innovation and Impact Seed Grant program to seven.

01/21/2026

January 2026 Bulletin - https://mailchi.mp/ilstu/january-2021-bulletin-18330595