Parent and Family Services at Illinois State

05/28/2026

A portion of the proceeds from this service goes to the Illinois State University Association of Residence Halls, a student run organization that provides valuable services and programming to all on campus residents.

05/12/2026

05/12/2026

The Class of 2026 made it, and so did you. 🎓 Parents, we know you have the photos, and we want to see them. Share your commencement photos in the comments or submit them through the link below for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. This celebration belongs to the whole Redbird family. ✨ » https://illinoisstate.ugc.photoshelter.com/Commencement

05/12/2026

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04/16/2026

The Illinois State University Alumni Association's Birds of the Last Decade is giving graduating Redbirds a free photo op in front of the iconic Illinois State emblem, complete with confetti cannons, cap decorating, games, and a raffle for an alumni starter pack. No cost, no catch—just a chance to celebrate before you cross that stage. 🎓 Sign up: https://go.illinoisstate.edu/4ekBSVu

02/24/2026

Spring Break is just around the corner, less than two weeks to go!

Watterson Towers, Wright Hall, and Haynie Hall will close at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, and reopen at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 15.
All other residence halls and on-campus apartments will remain open during the break.

Students living in Hewett-Manchester, Cardinal Court, Wilkins Hall, or Fell/School Street Apartments who plan to be away from campus for more than one day should complete the Spring Break Preparation Checklist. This information will be sent to all students via email.

Before heading out, please remember to:

- Remove all trash and dispose of perishable food

- Close and lock all windows

- Open drapes or window shades

- Leave refrigerators and/or aquariums plugged in, with a note indicating use of an extension cord

- Clear personal belongings from the floor

- Turn off lights and unplug electronics

- Lock your door before departing

Wishing you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Spring Break!

01/06/2026

We can’t wait to see you back on campus soon!

Watterson Towers, Wright Hall, and Haynie Hall will reopen on January 9 at 8:00 a.m.

Don’t forget to bring your keys and Redbird ID with you!

Wilkins, Cardinal Court, Fell/School St. Apartments, and Hewett-Manchester stay open all break.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

12/12/2025

Near or far, you can cheer on your Redbird grad as they walk the stage at CEFCU Arena! 🎓 Tune into our YouTube channel tomorrow for our winter commencement ceremonies at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. More info: https://illinoisstate.edu/commencement/stream/

12/10/2025

Winter break dining updates ❄️
Marketplace at Linkins will close for winter break Thursday, December 11 at 8 p.m. Watterson Dining Commons will close Friday, December 12 at 2 p.m. Both dining centers will reopen Friday, January 9 at 11 a.m. There will be reduced retail dining hours December 12-January 10.

12/04/2025