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Image courtesy of the UFISU official Instagram page NORMAL, Ill. – Conversation about a possible strike on Illinois State University’s campus has swept through university classrooms for the past few weeks after members of the United Faculty of ISU (UFISU) voted to support a strike if President Tarhule and the ISU administration refuse to reach […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State University and Heartland Community College are collaborating to host the Southeast Asian Cultural Festival from April 1 to April 4, offering students and community members an opportunity to explore the vibrant cultures of Southeast Asia. HCC Study Abroad Coordinator Zachary Petrea, shared insights into the planning process and the festival’s […]
Image courtesy of the UFISU official Instagram page The WZND Newsroom will continue to update this developing story as it develops. The following information is accurate as of 4/4/2025 at 4:30 p.m. NORMAL, Ill. – UFISU and the university have reached a tentative agreement many bargaining sessions. The details of the agreement may be […]
Image courtesy of Redbird Life NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State Police Department is leading a no touch introductory self defense class. Redbird Aware begins with an hour and a half long presentation and discussion of safety and prevention tips, followed by an hour of learning stances and moves aimed at startling an aggressor and […]
Image courtesy of the Red Note Music Festival’s official Instagram page NORMAL, Ill. – The Red Note Music Festival is coming back to ISU this week featuring composition contests and professional musician performances. Red Note Music Festival Director Carl Schimmel shared what the planning process is like, who will be performing and what the event […]
Image Courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. – The Department of Communication Disorders hosted a film screening on Tuesday at the Normal Theater in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association about the effects of Alzheimer’s. Event Organizer Tricia Larkin spoke on why they chose to focus on Alzheimer’s, some of the preconceived notions of the […]
Image courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. – The Queer Ed Birds club at Illinois State University is creating a supportive space for LGBTQIA+ students and educators. Led by President Ellis Kent, the group is making strides in creating a platform where students can speak with professionals from the queer community, particularly those working […]
Image courtesy of the Town of Normal official website NORMAL, Ill. — With 10 years of service on the Normal Town Council, Lorenz feels ready to take on the role of Normal Mayor “It’s just a gut feeling,” Lorenz said. “I feel ready now based on professional and then council experience.” Lorenz has an extensive background […]
NORMAL, Ill. – In the summer of 2022, Jeffrey Walsh, a graduate student at Illinois State University, found himself thousands of miles from home, standing amid a crisis that would change how he viewed the world. In Warsaw, Poland, just three months after the Russia- Ukraine war began, Walsh was there to offer his help. […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State University’s Student Government Association will hold their yearly elections on Tuesday, March 4 and Wednesday, March 5. Links will be sent in a mass email to the student body shortly after the polls open on Tuesday. Positions up for election include: the Student Trustee, President and Vice President for the […]