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Making a difference: CAS Dean Greg Simpson’s legacy at Illinois State

Although he will no longer be overseeing the 16 departments and schools belonging to CAS after retiring, Greg Simpson will ensure students attending Illinois State still receive support in their pursuit of an education. 
LaShanti Brown

Scholarship helps Redbird rise to prominence in her field

For LaShanti Brown '16, the memory of receiving a scholarship to Illinois State University is as clear as if it happened yesterday. 
Jamie Wood, director of Donor Relations and Stewardship

Wood named director of donor relations and stewardship at Illinois State University

Jamie Wood has been named director of donor relations and stewardship at Illinois State University. 
2018-04-09T15:14:58.33-05:00 2018