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From the President's Desk
A holiday message from President Tarhule, December 9, 2025
President Tarhule extends holiday greetings to the campus community as Illinois State nears the end of the fall 2025 semester.
President Tarhule: Get involved on campus and in the community
It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the 2025-26 academic year at Illinois State!
A message from President Tarhule, September 30
As a follow-up to a weekend event that resulted in campus-wide Emergency Alerts, President Aondover Tarhule provides a community update, including upcoming meetings and resources for students, faculty and staff.
A message from Interim President Tarhule, December 12, 2023
As many of you are aware, the men’s basketball game on Saturday, December 9, between Illinois State University and Norfolk State University was regrettably marred by the report of a racial slur directed at a Norfolk State player by an Illinois State fan.
A message from Interim President Tarhule, June 29, 2023
Today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling regarding the use of race in the college admissions process has raised many questions and concerns in the higher education community and among prospective students and their families.Recorded Speeches
In the Media
The University That Refused to Accept the Demographic Cliff - with Dr. Aondover Tarhule, President, Illinois State University
November 2, 2025 | The EdUp Experience Podcast
A series of interviews with higher education leaders - Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule
October 22, 2025 | The 21st Show
State colleges are cutting back as funding falls and costs rise
June 9, 2025 | Crain's Chicago Business
Q&A: President Aondover Tarhule says ISU will remain true to 'core values' amid challenges
February 21, 2025 | WGLT
ISU president charts course against strong fiscal headwinds
September 19, 2024 | WGLT
Q&A: ISU president on the 'convergence of factors' that led to the budget deficit
October 7, 2024 | WGLT
Q&A: ISU's new president on FAFSA delays, equitable university funding and AI policies
April 25, 2024 | WGLT
Redbird Buzz - Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule
April 9, 2024 | Illinois State University YouTube Channel
Illinois State University’s 21st President Dr. Aondover Tarhule Illinois State
March 18, 2024 | Illinois State University YouTube Channel
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