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Faculty and staff wrap gifts at a Holiday Helper event.

Be a Holiday Helper for local children: Gift drop-off ends November 20

Redbirds can make a positive impact in the community by supporting local children through the Holiday Helper program, which currently has sponsorship opportunities available.

A group of students/alumni wearing red Chi Omega jackets pose with Reggie Redbird.

This month in Illinois State University history: November

Student Life - Walking the Quad

Resources available during SNAP funding lapse

View of the Old Main Bell on the Quad, surrounded by early fall landscaping

November is #WinterReady Month—Stay safe, warm and cyber-savvy, Redbirds

Dec1

Classes resume

12/1/25 at 12:00 AMCampuswide

Dec2

Last day to add pass/no pass (pass/fail) to a second-half semester course

12/2/25 at 8:00 AMMoulton Hall

Dec2

Last day to withdraw from a second-half semester course with WX grade

12/2/25 at 8:00 AMMoulton Hall

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