GradBird Scholar is an initiative recognizing graduate students for their scholarly endeavors.
How it works:
Illinois State graduate students can submit their research, business plans, and artwork or other examples of creative expression.
Each month, a committee of students, faculty and staff will choose a new GradBird Scholar, who will be highlighted on social media and receive a monetary award.
Nominees will be judged on the following criteria:
| Nomination Deadline | Feature Month |
| August 31 | September |
| September 30 | October |
| October 31 | November |
| November 30 | December |
| January 31 | February |
| February 28 | March |
| March 31 | April |