Supporting Milner Library
Donor support will enable the University to educate tomorrow’s leaders, graduate globally aware and socially engaged citizens, and spark continuous creativity and innovation. There are multiple ways to advance these objectives by supporting key funding categories within Milner Library.
Our Priorities
The library has identified four key priorities which are highlighted below.
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Expands student opportunity
The library's strength reflects an institution's overall level of educational excellence. Creation of an endowed fund for acquisition of popular textbooks and other resources will directly help students by defraying the cost of purchasing or renting these materials for individual use.
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Reinvents our learning spaces
Through technology-enhanced spaces. Milner Library will provide unique learning opportunities not available elsewhere on campus.
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Empowering through innovative programs
Emerging technologies, tutoring, writing and technology support, and disciplinary expertise, could be centralized in the library for student convenience.
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Sustaining excellence
Generous, ongoing support for the library's annual fund allows us to respond quickly to opportunities that benefit our students and faculty and enhance our reputation for excellence.
Your impact
Make an impact today by investing in Milner Library. Give to our General Fund or select a featured program or opportunity below. Contact us to speak to a development officer about other ways to make a difference.
Giving News
Swords, Reggie heads, and more: Behind the scenes at the Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives
How does an event invitation or a certain tracksuit from the show Glee go from a desk drawer or a closet shelf to an official part of the Illinois State University Archives?
Deadline extended for 2023 Thomas D. Wilson Student Assistant Scholarship
Milner Library has extended the deadline for applications for the 2023 Dr. Thomas D. Wilson Student Assistant Scholarship to 11:55 p.m. Tuesday, October 31.
Inaugural philanthropy awards presented at Gratitude Gala
On March 25 at its inaugural Gratitude Gala for donors in the 1857 Society, Illinois State University presented three awards to recognize donors’ outstanding philanthropic achievement.Your Gift
Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students, faculty, programs, and facilities. Beyond the monetary gift, outright gifts such as securities, real estate, and gifts-in-kind are other ways you can make a difference. Contact us today to discuss giving options.