NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State Athletics will host its annual Pride Night this Friday, October 28, at the Redbird Volleyball match vs Missouri State. First-serve is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Redbird Arena.
Illinois State Athletics aims to foster an inclusive environment characterized by cultural understanding, respect, and social justice. Pride Night will support the LGBTQ+ efforts in the Bloomington-Normal community. ISU Athletics will also be fundraising for the LGBTQ+ Student Support Endowment, which provides support for educational programming related to LGBTQ+ topics. In addition, student scholarships and emergency financial assistance may be provided for students who are not receiving sufficient financial support based on life circumstances and/or a member of a group that supports LGBTQ+ issues.