Campus Connections

There are a number of ways for parents and families to stay connected to their student and the campus community.

Parents Association and Board

www.parentsassociation.ilstu.edu

As the parent or guardian of an Illinois State student, you are automatically a member of the Illinois State University Parents Association. The programs and events sponsors are designed by parents just like you.

The work of the Parents Association is primarily coordinated by a group of volunteer parents -- the Parents Association Board. The Board is made up of 20 families of current Illinois State students and meets on campus four times a year. Members of the Parents Association Board are involved in a variety of activities and events such as Family Weekend and Family Day. In addition, the Board is actively involved in fundraising and the coordination of numerous grants and scholarships awarded to qualifying students as well as university departments and campus initiatives each year.

Parent Services

www.deanofstudents.ilstu.edu/parent
(309) 438-3753

Parent Services helps parents, guardians, and family members of Illinois State students address any questions or concerns that arise during the student’s academic career. This unit of the Dean of Students Office is here to help connect you to the information, resources, and services you need.

Parents Listserv

The knowledge and experience of other Redbird parents is available to you. Just join the Parents Listserv to ask questions and receive feedback from parents who have gone through similar situations with their students. Sign up information is listed in the Parent's Guide on the Dean of Students Parent Services website.

Treats program

www.dining.ilstu.edu/treats
(309) 438-3996

What a great way to let your student know that you are thinking about them while they are working hard at school! Whether it is good luck wishes, a birthday, holiday or special event, or just because --- students always appreciate a home-made cookie, brownie, cake, or other sweet treat. Delivery is available Monday through Friday. You can order online or by mail.

If you are looking for information about the Campus Connections residence hall news network, please contact University Housing Services.

Travelling to and from Illinois State

Both Amtrak train and charter busservice are available on or near campus. A train schedule can be picked up at the Amtrak depot in uptown Normal about three blocks from campus.

Buses leave from the Bone Student Center for the Chicago area as well as locations east and west on Interstate 74 daily. Tickets and schedules can be obtained at the Bone Student Center ticket office or by calling (309) 438-5444.

Banking, check cashing, & ATM service

Your student may cash checks at the box office in the Bone Student Center with a valid ID. There is a nominal fee and a $50 limit on each check cashed. Two-party checks are accepted only from a parent or guardian.

There are ATMs located in the Bone Student Center and at the Alamo II.

A branch of the ISU Credit Union is located in the Bone Student Center and a few other banks are within walking distance of campus. Check with your bank for locations near campus.