About
What We Do
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Inspire innovation
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Empower students to make positive contributions
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Provide an exemplary educational experience
Our Mission and Vision
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Mission
Through applied learning, we prepare and empower students who will make lasting, positive contributions to their profession and the world. We leverage and celebrate the breadth of programs within the College of Applied Science and Technology that build upon a strong general education foundation.
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Vision
Inspiring innovation, opportunity, and the discovery of knowledge through exceptional academic programs and experiential learning.
Looking Ahead
We have big plans for the future. Our strategic plan provides direction and focus as we move forward.
View the current Strategic Plan online or get the downloadable version.
CAST Staff
Chad McEvoy
Dean
PhD in Sport Administration, University of Northern Colorado
MS in Sport Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
BS in Sport Management, Iowa State University
Cara Rabe-Hemp
Executive Associate Dean
PhD in Criminal Justice, University of Illinois at Chicago
MS in Criminal Justice, Illinois State University
BS in Psychology, Eastern Illinois University
Kara Pool Snyder
Assistant Dean for Marketing, Communications, and Constituent Relations
MS in Communication, Illinois State University
BA in Visual Communication, Illinois State University
Tamekia Bailey
Director of Student Success & CAST Connections
MS in Educational Administration and Foundations, Illinois State University
BS in Communications, Illinois State University
Cindy Greskiwcz
Business Administrative Assistant
BS in Sociology, Illinois State University
Chandra Smith
Director, Information Technology
BS in Business Information Systems, DeVry University
Toni Burningham
Director of Development
MS in Communications, Illinois State University
BS in Psychology and Spanish, Illinois State University
Certified Fund Raising Executive