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24 favorite Illinois State posts, stories, and videos from 2024

Here are our 24 favorite Illinois State posts, stories, and videos from 2024. 
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Winter commencement 2024 recap: Your best photos and posts

Illinois State University granted 1,020 baccalaureate degrees and 332 graduate degrees December 14 during winter commencement. 
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Finding hope: Member of first Hope Chicago cohort overcomes challenges, encourages others to persevere and succeed

Mirkan Garcia's plans for the future changed when she was awarded a Hope Chicago Scholarship for a debt-free college education during her senior year of high school. 

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Milner Metadata team attends ALA Core Forum 2024

The Milner Metadata team presented at the 2024 Core Forum held from November 14-16 in Minneapolis.  

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Birthday tradition spreads holiday cheer, one pair of socks at a time
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Illinois State University recognized as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
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An update on alumni magazine delivery options 
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