Faculty News

The latest news and media appearances featuring Department of Politics and Government faculty.

The 2026 Civic Engagement Award winners.

2026 Civic Engagement Award winners announced

Individuals and groups across the campus and community were honored with the 2026 Civic Engagement Awards as part of Illinois State University’s annual Civic Engagement Celebration on April 6. [Read the rest]

Two people stocking the shelves at a pantry.

CAS to host spring food drive to benefit School Street Food Pantry

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) kicks off a food drive to support School Street Food Pantry beginning Monday, April 6. Donations will be accepted through Friday, April 24. [Read the rest]

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CAS faculty member utilizing Ignite Grant to investigate mental health, honor late colleague

One of the inaugural recipients of the Ignite Grant, Dr. Kerri Milita is undertaking a research project to explore mental health and honor a late colleague. [Read the rest]

Six recognized as Alumni Awards 2026 recipients

Recognize the six alumni recipients and their accomplishments at the Alumni Award program on April 24. [Read the rest]

textless poster featuring images of the three films included in the 2026 Black History Month Film Festival hosted by the African American Studies Program

African American Studies’ Black History Month Film Festival returns

Illinois State University’s African American Studies Program (AAS) returns to the Normal Theater this February to host its second annual Black History Month Film Festival. [Read the rest]