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
June 2022
College of Arts and Sciences Retirement Reception for Dean Diane Zosky
The College of Arts and Sciences invites you to a retirement reception for Dean Diane Zosky on Thursday, June 23, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
September 2022
Part-time Job Fair
Meet employers seeking to hire Redbirds for part-time positions on or near campus.
Accounting Career Fair
Redbirds connect with employers seeking candidates for their open accounting positions.
October 2022
November 2022
Education Career Fair
Redbirds in education and related fields connect with school administrators, superintendents, and other employers from the field of education to explore their open positions.
Health, Human and Public Services Career Fair
The Health, Human and Public Service Fair connects students and alumni with recruiters from related industries.