Bone Student Center
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.
Upcoming Public Events
April 2020
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
University Club Meeting
All faculty, staff, annuitants and guests are welcome to join us at the University Club.
College of Arts and Sciences Spring Dean’s Address and Awards Ceremony
Join Interim Dean Diane Zosky as she provides an update on the state of the College of Arts and Sciences and honors faculty and staff award winners.
Cancelled: (CANCELED) Illinois State University Speaker Series: Margot Lee Shetterly
This year’s Science and Technology Week is cancelled due to the COVID-19 situation and the Illinois governor’s ban on events with over 250 people. The health and safety of our students, faculty, staff, and audience members is always our top priority.
Cancelled: International Seminar Series: “Contested Geographies of Natural Resource Extraction in Peru”
This event has been cancelled.
Dr, Robert Bradley – National Political Perspectives
All faculty, staff, annuitants and guests are welcome to join us at the University Club.
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
Cancelled: International Seminar Series: “Embodying a Troubled Planet: Art in Response to the Ecological Moment”
This event has been cancelled.
The Illinois Art Station – Learning through Visual Arts
All faculty, staff, annuitants and guests are welcome to join us at the University Club.
May 2020
Cancelled: Sociology and Anthropology Annual Award Banquet
Every year we honor hardworking sociology and anthropology graduate and undergraduate students for special achievements. Friday, May 1 from 11:30-1:00 in Old Main. Invitation only. NOTE: Due to Covid 19, students will be notified of their award and the alternative mode of receipt.
Open Discussion: University Club Meeting
All faculty, staff, annuitants and guests are welcome to join us at the University Club.
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
Candlelighting Ceremony
The Student Nurses Association is hosting the Candlelighting Ceremony for all students graduating in May. Student and faculty awards will be presented, hooding for students receiving their Master's Degree, and pinning for students receiving their BSN Degree will also be presented at this event. Contact Amy Irving for more information.
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
June 2020
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
Retirement Reception for Jan Murphy
President Larry H. Dietz cordially invites you to a retirement reception honoring Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Dr. Jan Murphy on Wednesday, June 10, from 3–5 p.m. (with a 4 p.m. program) at the Bone Student Center, Prairie Room.
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
July 2020
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
Civil Service Council Meeting
This is a regular Civil Service Council meeting. All meetings are open to the public.
September 2020
Fall Internship Fair
Attend this fair to connect with employers with available internship opportunities.
Accounting Career Fair
Attend this career for accounting majors and alums seeking an internship or full-time position in accounting.
