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Department of Technology hosts Scholarship and Honors Reception

On September 10, 2022, Illinois State University's Department of Technology hosted its annual Scholarship and Honors Reception.

Dr. Eric Wesselmann posing in front of the Normal Theater marquee sign with text that illustrates "Understanding Horror: Video Nasties."

A ‘horror’ific experience: Psychology professor analyzes, teaches about the horror movie genre

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A match made in virtual reality

Thanks to you: Alumni support first-generation students through Dunaway Family Dean’s Scholarship

Illinois State University announces Bone Scholars for 2022

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