The Vidette (ISU)

The Vidette has transitioned to a completely digital, student-led campus news outlet. After 133 years of producing a printed newspaper, The Vidette released its last print edition on April 27, 2021. Now, the team operates entirely through online and social media channels, with Videtteonline.com as its main platform.

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Craig: I got my second chance and a story worth telling

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

Not many people are lucky enough to get a second chance at life. I will be forever grateful to The Vidette for giving me that chance. I have mentioned in previous columns that I am pursuing my second bachelor’s degree in journalism. My first degree was in English, and while I was academically successful in the major, I did not enjoy school whatsoever.
Tarhule issues statement on Sunday's shooting incident at the Bone Student Center

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule issued a statement Monday following the shooting incident that occurred at the Bone Student Center last night. In an April 28 email to students, faculty and staff, Tarhule expressed his concern for the victim, and his "shock and anger" over the incident taking place on campus. Tarhule then shared resources available to students, faculty and staff experiencing distress over the incident.
ISUPD releases photos of person of interest in shooting incident

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

The Illinois State University Police Department released photos of the person of interest in a shooting incident at the Bone Student Center. On Sunday night, a fight broke out between two groups of people during a registered student organization (RSO) event at the Bone Student Center that ended with a non-life threatening-gunshot wound to a non-student. The victim was transported to a local hospital, and the person of interest fled the scene.
Tarhule joins nationwide call to defend higher education from government 'overreach'

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule was among numerous university and college presidents nationwide who co-signed a letter denouncing recent actions by the Trump administration. Over 150 university and college presidents co-signed the April 22 letter, orchestrated by the American Association of Colleges and Universities. The signers ranged from large public universities to each of the Ivy League institutions, excluding Dartmouth College.
Shamrocks and showstoppers: Big Red Marching Machine’s unforgettable Irish adventure

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

In March, members of the Big Red Marching Machine found themselves riding the luck of the Irish to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Illinois State University’s marching band spent its spring break abroad in Ireland and performed in the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin. “Big Red” has traveled to the island twice before, most recently in 2017. The application process occurred two years prior to the event.
Craig: Did ‘Stranger Things’ season five get lost in the Upside Down?

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

One of the most annoying things in human existence is seeing Netflix buffering at 99%. The other is waiting for “Stranger Things” season five to arrive. Fans have been stuck in the Upside Down of anticipation for three excruciatingly long years, waiting for the thrilling conclusion to the hit series. The fourth season ended with the villainous Vecna successfully opening a portal to the Upside Down, causing a massive earthquake that tore rifts through Hawkins.
UFISU 'overwhelmingly' votes to ratify its union collective bargaining agreement

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Evan Craig

United Faculty at Illinois State University (UFISU) announced Monday that it had "overwhelmingly" voted to ratify its first union collective bargaining agreement. The announcement came after the union reached a tentative agreement with University administration on April 4. UFISU posted to Instagram that the full text of the tentative agreements will remain on its website for now.
Against the Odds: Brayden Bakes' resilience fuels Redbirds' revival

1 month ago | videtteonline.com | Noah Powell

How do you find the strength to push forward after being told by your doctor your collegiate baseball career could be over as quickly as it began? For Illinois State baseball outfielder Brayden Bakes, a procedure on his left shoulder after its second dislocation put his career at potential risk. The surgeons who performed Bakes’ surgery put in a bone block used to reconstruct bone tissue to address shoulder instability. “I thought for a little bit my career was over,” Bakes said.
Illinois State gymnastics trio ends season at NCAA regional

2 months ago | videtteonline.com | Noah Powell

SEATTLE — A successful 2025 season enters the history books for Illinois State gymnastics as its season ended on Friday at the NCAA Washington Regional Championships inside Alaska Airlines Arena. Jaye Mack capped her fourth appearance at the NCAA Regionals with a third place finish on the vault, scoring 9.875. Mack continued her strong day as she scored 9.850 on floor for 11th in the event.
Shannon Dowell enters the transfer portal

2 months ago | videtteonline.com | Noah Powell

Less than 24 hours following its 99-96 loss against Troy University on Wednesday night, the roster turnover for Illinois State women's basketball began. ISU sophomore guard Shannon Dowell announced on her Instagram that she is entering the transfer portal. Dowell led the Redbirds in scoring during the 2024-25 season with 17.6 points per game, fifth-highest in the Missouri Valley Conference.