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Things that make us #RedbirdProud: Spring 2026
Here are some of the University’s top stories, which appeared in the spring 2026 edition of State magazine.
‘How ‘bout those Redbirds’: ISU football’s historic run at an FCS championship
The road-warrior Illinois State football team made history in 2025, becoming the first-ever team to win four road playoff games en route to the 2026 FCS Championship game.




