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The music never stopped: A half-century of concerts at Illinois State University

Volume 24 • Number 4 • Fall 2023

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The music never stopped: 50-plus years of campus concerts

From the “Prince of Darkness” to the “Queen of Soul,” dozens of music’s brightest stars have shined at Illinois State University over the past half-century.

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Artificial intelligence will … change the world

Illinois State experts weigh in on the importance of learning about the advantages of, and working with artificial intelligence.

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History for tomorrow: Native American historian studies the past to secure a better future

Dr. R. David Edmunds, M.A. ’66, LL.D. ’02, is an authority on Native American history and culture who has gained the status through more than 50 years of teaching and scholarship. He’s equally adept at delivering a lecture or keynote address, offering commentary on a History Channel documentary, or providing expert testimony in a courtroom. 

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Let’s talk turkey: Software developed by alum provides farmers a sixth sense

Turkey farmer Jason Yordy ’07 developed TurkeyTrac, a software program that combines experience with technology, providing real-time data on factors that impact the health, growth, and profitability of the flock.

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Fall 2023

Volume 24 • Number 4 • Fall 2023

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Summer 2023

Volume 24 • Number 3 • Summer 2023

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Spring 2023

Volume 24 • Number 2 • Spring 2023

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