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The Bone Student Center serves as the gateway to campus and the hub of campus activities. Adjacent to the Bone Student Center is the Bowling and Billiards Center and a 500-space parking lot.

Braden Auditorium is connected to the Bone Student Center and seats 3,457. It offers premier entertainment for the University and the community.

The Bone Student Center is named after Robert G. Bone, President of Illinois State University from 1956–67, whom many say knew every student’s name on campus. In 1973, the Illinois State University Union and Auditorium was constructed. 

During the University’s 125th Anniversary Celebration in February of 1982, the facility was renamed the Bone Student Center and Braden Auditorium; honoring Dr. and Mrs. Robert Bone (President 1960–1967) and Dr. and Mrs. Samuel Braden (President 1967–1970). The Bone Student Center and Braden Auditorium stand as a reminder of their dedication and commitment to the University’s students.

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Event Series Winter Fest

Winter Fest

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Winter Fest, a two-day student involvement fair, provides students with an excellent opportunity to connect with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and explore ways to get involved on campus. Winter Fest is the perfect event for students to discover new opportunities and meet RSO members who share similar interests. Different categories of RSOs are featured each […]

Event Series Winter Fest

Winter Fest

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Winter Fest, a two-day student involvement fair, provides students with an excellent opportunity to connect with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and explore ways to get involved on campus. Winter Fest is the perfect event for students to discover new opportunities and meet RSO members who share similar interests. Different categories of RSOs are featured each […]

Headshot Photos

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Make your LinkedIn profile stand out! Stop by Career Services and get a free headshot photo.

Spring Internship Fair

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Students connect with employers seeking candidates for internship opportunities.

Canceled Queer Coalition Brown Bag Chats

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Bring your lunch or just yourself to the Faculty Staff Lounge in the Bone Student Center (2nd floor, to the right of Timbers Grille) for informal conversation and networking.

Resume Basics Masterclass

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Discover the essential techniques for crafting a resume that will capture an employer's attention.

Navigating Career Fairs

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Get great tips from actual employers that will help you prepare for and be confident when participating in the spring career fairs

Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Dinner – An Evening with Baratunde Thurston

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Emmy-nominated, multi-platform storyteller, and producer Baratunde Thurston will be the keynote speaker at the Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Dinner taking place on February 15, 2025. Registration deadline is Jan. 31, 2025 or until sold out.

$20 – $35

Spring Career Fair

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

Students and alumni connect with employers seeking candidates for their full-time positions.

“The Founding” Celebration Old Main Bell Ringing Ceremony

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

“The Founding” Celebration Old Main Bell Ringing Ceremony will be on February 20, 2025. Individuals are being sought to ring the replica Old Main Bell. The nomination deadline is January 27, 2025.

“The Founding” Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon and Awards Ceremony

Bone Student Center Normal, United States

“The Founding” Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon and Awards Ceremony will be on February 20, 2025. Registration deadline for all current Illinois State faculty, and Administrative/ Professional (A/P) and Civil Service employees to attend will be on February 6, 2025.