Research
Bring Your Education to Life
Our faculty work with students to discover new knowledge, develop big ideas, and change the world through quality research and exploration.
Meet Ali Riaz. His work on religion and politics has captured the attention of leaders and scholars from around the globe.
Connect With Your Passion
Art in a Time of Conflict
In a complicated part of the world, one Illinois State professor studies how artists pursue provocative works despite political obstacles.
Student Opportunities
I spend all day just working with the professors. They are on the cutting edge and I get to be a part of that.
Quick Facts
- $19.1 M External funding awarded to Redbird scholars
- 450+ Student presenters at annual Research Symposium
- 137 Master's, doctoral, and graduate certificate programs and sequences
- 2,000+ Undergraduates earning credit for research
Outstanding Research Leads to Prestigious Award
Distinguished Professor Roberta Trites received the 16th International Brothers Grimm Award for her contributions to children's literature.
Research News
Advertising to Children
Companies spend billions of dollars trying to catch the attention of kids. Professor Aysen Bakir looks at how children respond to marketing messages and how their reactions can identify best practices and public policies.
Graduate Programs
Your Next Step
The Graduate School is home to 3,000 students in 94 master’s degree sequences, 10 doctoral programs, and 33 certificate programs.
Research Centers
