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Illinois State University’s School of Social Work drew a record 85 students to its 18th annual poverty simulation, where participants spent the morning of October 26 navigating the realities of life on a limited income. 
Shannon Anderson, superintendent of Momence School District and Marine veteran
Shannon Anderson '96 uses the lessons he learned as a Marine and the education he received from Illinois State University in his current role as superintendent. 
Latoya Carter stands next to Reggie Redbird bust at Illinois State University
LaToya Carter '18, a National Honor Society student and the first in her immediate family to graduate from college, is now leading Illinois State's TRIO in celebrating first-generation students in 2026. 

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