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Admissions Honor Research with Bella Rohig and Professor Ferrence

Illinois State University earns national recognition for advancing science and creativity, student access and earnings  

Illinois State University recently was named one of only 27 institutions nationwide to earn both Research 2 (R2) and Opportunity Colleges and Universities (OCU) designation in the newly released influential models by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, which recognizes campuses that foster student success and research. The University was one of only 
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Robert G. Bone Scholars named for 2025-2026
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Graduating Student Survey
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Four undergraduate students selected for Dean of Students Office Student Leadership Awards
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Two Illinois State University students win 2025 Goldwater Scholarships

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