Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attack on Sept 11th, 2001. Vidette photographer, Dwayne Banks, went out and asked different students and faculty at Illinois State University about their significance and experience.
On Aug. 26, Gov. Pritzker reimposed an indoor mask mandate for the state of Illinois because of a rise in COVID-19 cases. Vidette staff went out and asked Illinois State University students about what they thought about Pritzker's decision.
After over a year of online courses, students are back on campus at Illinois State University. We asked students about their experience being back and how the adjustment has been from online to in-person.
In the 2021 Presidential inauguration, Amanda Gorman read an original poem titled 'The Hill We Climb.' In her poem she referenced how we need to be brave enough to be the light. In this video Illinois State University students and faculty are asked how they can be the light for others.
When people think about the month of March, one of the first things people think about is the March Madness tournament. Vidette videographer Leiana Bolden went out on campus to ask some Redbirds what plans they have as they watch the tournament over the next couple of weeks.
With the world still being in a pandemic after a year, Illinois State University canceled students' 2021 spring break. ISU instead gave students two "wellness days" to keep them from leaving the state which could put them at risk for contracting COVID-19. Vidette videographer, Leiana Bolden,…
Photo Editor Maia Huddleston asks ISU students about their thoughts regarding the second impeachment of President Donald Trump.
Vidette Videographer Rafael Menchaca asks students "What does a Joe Biden victory mean to you?"
Vidette staff member, Rafael Menchaca, goes out on campus to ask ISU students what the 2020 election means to them.
With the 2020 election coming up, the Vidette staff has a special message for you regarding where you can cast your ballot in Normal. Vidette staff members featured are, front from left, Alex Gant and Jaker Sermersheim. Second row, from left, Andrea Ricker, Kellie Foy, Lizzie Seils, Jake Fog…
Photo editor, Maia Huddelston and news editor, Grace Kinnicut go out and and ask students what they think about POTUS, Donald Trump getting Covid-19 and what it could mean for the 2020 election.
Tennis and track athletes held a car wash fundraiser at Ace Hardware in Normal earlier Friday. The car wash cost $5 and the money they raised will be donated to the Boys and Girls Club as well as My Block, My City, My Hood.
Earlier in the year Illinois State University decided to remove the names of Watterson Tower's floors due to history of slavery. Vidette photographer Zoe Wood went out and asked some birds on the street who live and work at Watterson what they would rename the floors.
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Vidette photographer Alex Gant is back with his spinoff to Bird on the Street with season two of the ViddyVlog! Be sure to check back weekly for new episodes surrounding Illinois State University content, as this week's episode features Sports Editors Jake Fogal and Jake Semersheim reporting…
After the YouTube famous NELK Boys came down to Illinois State University, there is some controversy about what should happen to the students who attended. Checkout this video to see what students at ISU think should happen to them.
Since the coronavirus had different plans for Festival ISU this year, here is The Vidette's recruitment video! We hope to see you be a part of the team in the future.
Tuesday night YouTube celebrities, the Nelk Boys, invade locations near Illinois State University's campus. Groups of people quickly swarmed to see the group, resulting in a group size that was more than the 10-person limit set by McLean County.
On September 4, 2020 Illinois State University athletes led a march demanding change within in ISU athletics as well as to bring awareness to the injustice happening in the world.
With the return of Illinois State University students, the Vidette staff has an important message for you!
While classes are mostly online, students are still returning to campus. #Vidette Photo Editor Alex Gant shows how students are preparing for the start of the year.
Because seniors at Illinois State University will not be able to participate in in-person commencement events this weekend on campus, The Vidette is saluting its seniors with this video tribute to their work at the newspaper
Vidette photographer Alex Gant is back with his spinoff to Bird on the Street with the ViddyVlog.This week Gant breaks the distance barrier by video chatting with some members of The Vidette staff to see how they have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Staff members in order of intervie…
Vidette photographer Alex Gant is back with his spin-off to Bird on the Street with ViddyVlog! This week Alex talks about some of the challenges that have come up since being home and how he's dealing with them.
Spring Break is here, #Redbirds! See what Illinois State students are excited about with the week away from campus. Stay safe this break!
Vidette photographer Alex Gant is back with his spin-off to Bird on the Street with ViddyVlog! Be sure to check back weekly for new episodes surrounding Illinois State content, as this week's episode revolves around elections season and the stigma plaguing college student-voters: Are they tr…
Vidette photographer Alex Gant is back with his spin-off to Bird on the Street with ViddyVlog! Be sure to check back weekly for new episodes surrounding Illinois State content, as this week's episode revolves around ISU's Men's Baseketball game against MVC rival Bradley.
Vidette photographer Alex Gant is back with his spin-off to Bird on the Street with ViddyVlog! Be sure to check back weekly for new episodes surrounding Illinois State content, as this week's episode revolves around ISUs Founder's Day Ceremony.
Vidette photographer Alex Gant shares the love with students at Illinois State University on Valentine's Day.
Vidette videographer Trent Christiansen takes to campus to ask Illinois State students their thoughts on the recent outbreak of the coronavirus.
The staff of The Vidette provides its rendition of "All I Want for Christmas is You" (... and Mariah Carey probably doesn't have to worry about losing her version's top ranking).
Protesters march around the quad calling for fair treatment by ISU.
BloomingtonCity Manager Time Gleason announces Dan Donath as police chief with Donath and his family.
Donath thanks police officers and family for supporting him.
College Democats at ISU President Angel Zamudio speaks at the rally Thursday.
WATCH: College Democrats at Illinois State lead a rally in front of Rodney Davis' Uptown Normal office.
Watch Illinois State students tell the Vidette what they're most excited for in the upcoming school year at one of many welcome week events!
Watch Illinois State students tell the Vidette what they're most excited for in the upcoming school year at one of many welcome week events!
Brand new red seats are starting to fill the gutted lower bowl of the Redbird Arena as the Redbird Arena Seating Enhancement Project continues. At this point in the process, the new seats occupy the north side of the building on the "home" side of the arena while boxes and parts fill the res…
Former Southern Illinois head coach Barry Hinson announces his resignation at the 10-minute mark of his postgame press conference Friday night.
Illinois State students share with the Vidette how they relieve stress during PAWSitively Stress Free day at Milner Library.
Hear what Illinois State students have to say about the importance of giving back during philanthropy week.
Highlights from Illinois State Universities 2019 Founder's Day bell ringing and convocation ceremoniesVideo shot & edited by: Madison Krzos
Ty "Grandaddy Sandwich" Lesure talks to President Larry Dietz about Founders Day at the Convocation event.
Bird on the Street: Taste of Redbirds EditionIn this special Bird on the Street video, Madison covers Taste of Redbirds where many local food places come to Redbird Arena.
Redbirds are captured in their element at the Redbird Arena.
Redbirds disclose their plans for Valentines Day!
Ty "Grandaddy Sandwich" Lesure speaks to people in Fell Hall about the significance of Black History Month.
Illinois State University women's basketball team wins 62-56 against Oakland University. The contest started at 7 p.m. on Thursday night in Redbird Arena.
The moment the Illinois State University volleyball team learned that it received a berth in the 2018 NCAA Division I Volleyball Tournament.
ISU students Mike Hischier and Stuart Hicks explain what their commute to class was like this morning.
The Vidette presents Bird on the Street focusing on the 2018 Midterm Election. Ty Lesure talks to students about what they think about voting and what voting means to them.
Students at Illinois State University share why they decided to take a chance as Redbirds.
Spring is here Redbirds and here are some thoughts about yesterday's weather.
Blumhouse’s “Truth or Dare” stars Lucy Hale and Tyler Posey take part in a virtual round table with student journalists across the country, including editors from The Vidette.
Family members and potential ISU students walk around campus with student ambassadors during Open House Friday morning. Here are their thoughts and feelings.
Senior features reporter Stuart Stalter gives a quick rundown of local events for the weekend of March 9.
With the Academy Awards airing Sunday night, Illinois State students give their predictions on what movie will win Best Picture at this year's awards.
Vidette features reporter Tiffani Jackson Skinner discusses Black History Month with members of the Illinois State University community.
