Politics and Government Funds
Total funds: 9
Politics and Government Department Fund
The Politics and Government Department Fund supports the general operating needs of the Politics and Government Department at Illinois State University. The Politics and Government department has always remained at the forefront of training the leaders of the future - in the field of public service, research, and teaching. Its goal is to prepare students to better understand the world, be informed citizens, and to contribute to the establishment of a just and peaceful community - both local and global. The Politics and Government Department Fund supports the general operating needs of the Politics and Government Department at Illinois State University. The Politics and Government department has always remained at the forefront of training the leaders of the future - in the field of public service, research, and teaching. Its goal is to prepare students to better understand the world, be informed citizens, and to contribute to the establishment of a just and peaceful community - both local and global.
Pre-Law Program Fund
The Pre-Law Program Fund was established in 1988 to support the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, in the department of Politics and Government in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Additionally Supports: Carl Kasten Award, Mock Trial Leadership Award, Mock Trial Outstanding Attorney Award, Mock Trial Witness, Tom Eimermann Outstanding Pre-Law Student
Pre-Law Endowed Program Fund
In 1998, several alumni attorneys formed the Illinois State University Attorneys Advisory Board (AAB), raising funds to support the Mock Trial Program; Pre-Law Awards Banquet; AAB operating expenses; and general expenses associated with the University's Pre-Law Program. Recognizing the importance of providing a more reliable source of income to support the Pre-Law Program, AAB decided to establish The Pre-Law Endowed Program Fund.
Thomas Eimermann Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2002 by Thomas and Kathleen Eimermann. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in politics and government with a demonstrated commitment to and record of success in mock trial competition. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Thomas Eimermann Scholarship was established in 2002 by Thomas and Kathleen Eimermann. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in politics and government with a demonstrated commitment to and record of success in mock trial competition.
Thomas E. McClure Pro Bono Fund
The Thomas E. McClure Pro Bono Fund was established in 2021 to support the Department of Politics and Government Legal Studies Program's Expungement Clinic (Clinic) and other pro bono activities associated with the Program. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to salaries, travel costs, and other expenses connected to pro bono opportunities the Program provides for Illinois State University students. In the event, the Program neither operates a pro bono clinic nor requires funding for other pro bono opportunities that the Program provides for its students, the income generated by the Pro Bono Fund will be used to provide an annual award to a Department faculty member who demonstrates a strong commitment to service to the Department, his or her profession, and/or the community. The responsibilities for the selection of award recipients and distribution of funds will be assigned to the Chair of the Department.
George J. Gordon Scholarship in U.S. Public Affairs
This endowment was established in 2004 by George and Myra Gordon. The scholarship is awarded to a junior level student majoring in political science with at least 12 hours of coursework completed in classes that are part of the department’s public service sequence. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. This endowment was established in 2004 by George and Myra Gordon. The scholarship is awarded to a junior level student majoring in political science with at least 12 hours of coursework completed in classes that are part of the department's public service sequence.
Thomas E. Eimermann Professorship in Politics and Government
The Thomas E. Eimermann Professorship in Politics and Government was established in 2018 in honor of Thomas Eimermann to recognize high caliber ISU Faculty. The Fund supports the academic work, including professional development, research, and/or supplemental salary for a faculty member in the Department of Politics and Government who is appointed to the named professorship. Responsibilities for selection of the professorship recipient will be determined by the Chair of Politics and Government. The person named to the position will serve as funds remain available. Recipients may hold the position for a defined number of year(s) as determined by the Department Chair.
Hibbert R. Roberts Teaching Excellence Recognition Award
This endowment was established in 1993 by Sandra Roberts in memory of her husband. The award is given to any full-time faculty member with three or more academic years of service and who inspires students to achieve their full potential in and outside of the classroom. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Hibbert R. Roberts Teaching Excellence Recognition Award was established in 1993 by Sandra Roberts in memory of her husband. The award is given to any full-time faculty member with three or more academic years of service and who inspires students to achieve their full potential in and outside of the classroom.