Writing Samples
Below are examples of my writing from my time working in University Marketing and Communications, Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality, the Division of Student Affairs, and Central Illinois Regional Airport.
The articles are listed in chronological order from newest to oldest. Select the thumbnails and titles to view the full article.
When Billy Blue ’21 began his undergraduate degree at Illinois State University, he never imagined graduate school as a possibility. This December, he will earn a Master of Fine Arts in theatre and costume design.
Ryleigh Hickman and Tommy Fox are growing access to fresh fruits and vegetables for Illinois State University students through the new Redbird Fresh Market program.
Ebuka Okoli, M.S. ’24, has always been fascinated by cross-cultural communication and how diverse groups of people communicate in an organizational context. It’s for this reason he moved over 6,000 miles from Nigeria to Normal to pursue a master’s in communication at Illinois State University.
Latinas in STEM is a new registered student organization (RSO) at Illinois State University that provides educational and social opportunities for Latina women majoring in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM)-related programs, while also helping them connect through Latinx culture.
A TikTok video and a gut feeling set incoming freshman Maira Arshad on a path toward attending Illinois State University to pursue a degree in psychology and a passion for helping others.
The seeds of Clare Montavon’s love of nature are planted deep. It’s no surprise to those who know her best that she is choosing to major in horticulture and landscape management, with a minor in business administration this fall as a junior transfer to Illinois State.
Vivian Kong Doctora ’96 thrives on starting new ventures and connecting with people wherever she goes.
Emmalynne Shumard was at her internship with University Marketing and Communications (UMC) when she received the phone call informing her of her acceptance into Harvard Medical School’s master’s program in media, medicine, and health.
Nearly 40 Illinois State University students rolled up their sleeves on Friday, April 12, to give back to their campus and local community during the Center for Civic Engagement’s Bring it Back to Normal (BIBTN) service event.
The power of teamwork was on full display during Illinois State’s Alternative Spring Break trip to Memphis, Tennessee, where students worked with Living Lands & Waters (LL&W) to collect 46,032 pounds of trash in four days.
Helping remove 11,384 pounds of trash from McKellar Lake in Memphis, Tennessee, is part of a day in the life of Illinois State University senior biochemistry major Faith Breausche.
As students sporting friendship bracelets and Taylor Swift merchandise filter into a Stevenson Hall classroom the album folklore plays softly in the background. This isn’t a Taylor Swift fan club meeting—at least not officially. It’s an Honors Exploration course about Taylor Swift’s lyricism. Are you ready for it?*
In honor of Women’s History Month, women from across Illinois State’s campus share what or who has inspired them to get where they are today, and how they’re inspiring future generations.
To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11, Illinois State University asked women scholars to share what or who has inspired them and how they feel about teaching the next generation of researchers.
Hundreds of children, families, and college students benefit each year from comprehensive behavioral health assessments and care provided by Illinois State University.
When Gabriela Lozano stepped onto campus as an undeclared major, she was eager to explore an array of opportunities. This December, she’ll earn a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University and will remain on campus to help future Redbirds.
Chantal Tellez is looking forward to sharing her story of personal growth and perseverance as a first-generation student during the fifth annual First-Generation Friday Pathways to Success Summit November 3-4 at Illinois State University.
Ricky King’s unexpected journey to becoming an award-winning bilingual teacher began during a study abroad trip as a freshman at Illinois State University. King ’20 knew he wanted to be a teacher, but he didn’t know what subject to specialize in until a transformative experience in Panama.
“We Are the Latinos en BloNo: Our Stories in Words & Photographs” is the art and work of Yolanda Alonso. The exhibit is part of Illinois State’s celebration of Latinx Heritage Month and is free to the public at the Illinois Art Station through November 4.
Illinois State University leadership, staff, and students gathered on Friday, August 25, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Bone Student Center (BSC).
Problems facing the environment and health care can be solved with math, according to incoming freshman Lani Kiene. A data science and computational mathematics major, Kiene plans to harness the power of numbers to make an impact on societal issues.
Andy Garcia Ortiz is a first-generation transfer student from Heartland Community College (HCC) with a passion for digital storytelling. She’s beginning a new chapter at Illinois State University this fall where she will study Creative Technologies.
In celebration of Social Media Day, June 30, 2023, we’re highlighting some of the best posts on Illinois State University’s social media.
Family Weekend at Illinois State University will feature unbelievable magic and hysterical offbeat shenanigans from trickster Michael Carbonaro.
In the fall semester, audio signals were installed at the intersection of University and College on Illinois State University’s campus. These signals assist individuals with visual disabilities in determining when it is safe to cross the street.
Radiance J. Campbell was recently named one of this year’s outstanding college students by the Lincoln Academy of Illinois.
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal invites passengers to enroll in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program December 9-13, 2019.
Associate Professor Aimee Miller-Ott, Ph.D., began her new role as the Graduate Program coordinator for the School of Communication.
The Illinois Broadcasters Association recently awarded Student Silver Dome awards to TV-10 News, consisting of two first places, five second places, and two third places for entire shows and individual work.
The Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority invites the public to join in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new public lounge on Tuesday, December 10, 2019.
The Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority and Illinois State University College of Fine Arts are proud to announce the opening of the new ISU School of Art Student Gallery at the Central Illinois Regional Airport.
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal invites passengers to enroll in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program September 9-13, 2019.
In June, CIRA continued a twelve-month streak of increases in passenger traffic, recording a 24% increase in total passengers for the month and a 20% increase for the first six months of 2019.
The Central Illinois Regional Airport, in cooperation with the McLean County Disaster Council, will host a full-scale emergency drill Saturday, June 22, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
​This report showcases the progress that has been made within the airport on numerous projects, a brief financial overview, data regarding growth in air service, marketing and communication efforts and upcoming projects for 2019.
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal invites passengers to enroll in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program June 10-14, 2019.
As a student employee for the Emergency Management department and an intern for University Police, junior public relations major Ryan Friel sees a different side of Illinois State University than most students.