Illinois State University Media Relations Podcasts

Thu, 24 Apr 2008

Bob Bradley on Clinton-Obama contest
The close and heated race between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama for the Democratic nomination is exposing some serious divisions within their party. Bob Bradley, an Illinois State politics and government professor, says those divisions could seriously threaten the chances of either Democratic candidate being elected president this November.

Tue, 18 Mar 2008

David L. Williams on Schistosomiasis treatment research
Schistosomiasis, a debilitating parasitic worm disease, affects millions of people in the developing world. Illinois State University biology professor David L. Williams is the leader of a research team that's brought science one step closer to finding a new treatment for the disease.

Tue, 5 Feb 2008

John Kostelnick on GEOMAP
The Institute for Geospatial Analysis and Mapping (GEOMAP) at Illinois State provides research and training services in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. John Kostelnick, an assistant professor in the Geography-Geology department describes the technology and discusses the work of GEOMAP.

Tue, 22 Jan 2008

Enid Cardinal on campus sustainability efforts
Reducing waste, increasing energy efficiency, expanding recycling efforts and enhancing environmental education initiatives will all be big issues for Illinois State University in 2008. Campus Sustainability Coordinator Enid Cardinal talks about the development of a University Sustainability Master Plan.

Thu, 29 Nov 2007

Jan Susina on post-Harry Potter literature for young people
The Harry Potter books will continue to be popular for years, but what else is out there for young readers who enjoy fantasy stories? Illinois State University English professor Jan Susina says there are a lot of great books out there for readers who were enthralled by the Harry Potter series.

Tue, 6 Nov 2007

Sara Campbell on geriatric nursing
America's aging population is creating a greater demand for nurses qualified to care for older adults. Sara Campbell, interim dean of Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University, talks about how Mennonite is helping to meet that need and how students are showing a growing interest in geriatric nursing.

Thu, 18 Oct 2007

Robert Cullen on locally produced and "slow" food
Environmental and health concerns have been a driving force in getting more organic food on grocery store shelves in recent years. Robert Cullen, a professor of food and nutrition at Illinois State University, says more and more people are also rediscovering the joys of fresh, locally-produced food and the pleasures of the "slow food" movement.

Thu, 27 Sep 2007

Bob Bradley on presidential debates
The increased number of candidate debates in the presidential campaign may be too much, too soon, according to Bob Bradley, a professor of Politics and Government. Bradley says more debates may equal less public attention to a very important presidential race.

Thu, 13 Sep 2007

Horticulture Center Gardens and Autumnal Festival
Illinois State University’s Horticulture Center, located on Raab Road in Normal, is a living laboratory with gardens open to the public. Horticulture Coordinator Jessica Chambers describes the gardens and gives a preview of the Center’s Autumnal Festival on October 6. For more information visit www.horticulturecenter.ilstu.edu

Thu, 30 Aug 2007

Kasia Stadnik on ELI and community
For 20 years students from around the world have come to Illinois State’s English Language Institute (ELI) for intensive English language courses. ELI Director Kasia Stadnik says students like the welcoming campus and community atmosphere.

Thu, 30 Aug 2007

Kasia Stadnik on ELI classes
Illinois State’s English Language Institute (ELI) is marking its 20th anniversary. Over the past two decades 1,300 students from 57 countries have enrolled in intensive English language courses. ELI Director Kasia Stadnik says the classes build English proficiency and strengthen cultural bonds.

Thu, 23 Aug 2007

Child Development Expert on School Stress
Karen Stephens, director of Illinois State University’s Child Care Center and an instructor in child development in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department, says the start of a new school year is often a stressful time for children.

Thu, 23 Aug 2007

Child Development Expert on School Year Routines
Karen Stephens, director of Illinois State University’s Child Care Center and an instructor in child development in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department, says consistent routines and open parent-child communication can get the new school year off to a good start.

Thu, 9 Aug 2007

Milner Lincoln Forever Free
Illinois State's Milner Library will host a traveling exhibit examining Abraham Lincoln's efforts toward the abolition of slavery during the Civil War.