Welcome Day 2025
Sunday, January 12 at 3:00-5:00 p.m. - Student Involvement Center, Second Floor, Bone Student Center
Join fellow students for food and fun at the semester kickoff featuring resources to assist you in your transition to Illinois State! All participants will receive a 2024-2025 academic planner, additional ISU swag, and the opportunity to connect with other students. Highlights include make your own bamboo and snacks. No RSVP needed.
If you need an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the Dean of Students Office at (309) 438-3212 or DeanOfStudents@IllinoisState.edu. Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Note: Students are assessed a one-time nonrefundable fee to cover the costs associated with this program. The January 2025 fee is $10 and will appear on the student's first tuition and fees bill.
Additional Activities
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Winter Fest - Student Involvement Fair
Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. each day
Brown Ballroom, Bone Student CenterWinter Fest provides students with an opportunity to learn about the wide variety of Illinois State University registered student organizations (RSOs) and discover ways to get involved on campus.
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Explore the Campus & Community
The Illinois State University campus and the Bloomington-Normal community have much to offer. Choose your own adventure and explore your new community.
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ISU Coloring Sheet
Enjoy this custom ISU coloring sheet created by NatterDoodle.
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Technology Help & Tutorial
Get your computer set up and all your technology needs ready before the first day of classes:
- Get a computer
- Connect your devices to the network
- Download Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud
- Take the Technology Orientation Online Class
Tech help is available for these things and more from the Technology Support Center (438-HELP or chat) and TechZone (Bone Student Center).
General Information
More campus events are listed on RedbirdLife.IllinoisState.edu. Students, click the blue "Sign In" button to enter your Illinois State ULID and password in order to view additional details. You can also locate your personal Event Pass at RedbirdLife.IllinoisState.edu/EventPass.