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College of Fine Arts

Supporting the College of Fine Arts

The Campaign for Illinois State will enable the University to achieve three critical outcomes: educating tomorrow's leaders, graduating globally aware and socially engaged citizens, and sparking continuous creativity and innovation. To advance these objectives, we offer multiple ways to support the College of Fine Arts within our key funding categories.

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Our Priorities

The college has identified five key priorities which are highlighted below. To further explore these objectives, please refer to our Campaign Case Statement.

  • Expanding student opportunity

    Privately funded scholarships enable the College to attract students who are academically gifted and possess superior talent.

  • Attracting and developing top faculty

    Named, endowed professorships and visiting professorships provide the University with the resources to attract top faculty who create and lead world-class academic programs.

  • Replenishing teaching tools

    Equipment and upkeep is essential, as each item is fundamental to effectively teaching courses, producing performances and exhibitions, and providing community education.

  • Empowering through world-class programs

    Our graduates gain a competitive advantage through research, special programs, and fine arts opportunites that extend beyond the classroom. Support for these initiatives helps the College amplify its reputation for excellence and leadership.

  • Sustaining excellence

    Generous, ongoing support for the College's annual fund allows us to respond quickly to opportunites that benefit our students and faculty and enhance our reputation for excellence.

    • Your impact

    Make an impact today by investing in Redbirds Rising in the College of Fine Arts. Give to our General Fund or select a featured program or opportunity below. Contact us to speak to a development officer about other ways to make a difference.

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Redbirds Rising News

Camila Pasquel with her work The Art is Present (from the series of 'Other'), ceramic, 2019

Immigration debate not abstract topic for award-winning art student

Ecuadorian immigrant and graduating senior Camila Pasquel has persevered to become an award-winning artist at Illinois State University. 
Scholarship recipient and music therapy student Lauren Crumble

Passion for music leads to future career

Lauren Crumble is a senior music therapy major and recipient of the Mary Jo Brown Scholarship. She is in her fifth semester of practicum and hopes to work in palliative care when she graduates.  
Art major and scholarship recipient, Camila Pasquel

March Redbirds on the Rise

Each month we showcase student scholarship recipients with the drive to succeed. This month, meet four students committed to chasing their dreams, no matter the challenges they may face. 

Your Gift

Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students, faculty, programs, and facilities. Beyond the monetary gift, outright gifts such as securities, real estate, and gifts-in-kind are other ways you can make a difference. Contact us today to discuss giving options.

FY18 Fact Sheet

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