ISU board approves renaming of Redbird Arena after CEFCU donation

Posted on October 14, 2022
That money will go toward enhancing the student-athlete experience at the university. (Photo courtesy: 25 News/File)

By 25 News

NORMAL – Illinois State University’s board of trustees met Friday morning to finalize the renaming of Redbird Arena.

The arena built in 1989 – will soon be known as “CEFCU Arena”

CEFCFU will pay university athletics more than $3 million over ten years for the naming rights.

That money will go toward enhancing the student-athlete experience at the university.

During the public comments portion of the meeting – student-athletes said they’re looking forward to the financial boost.

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