Banks Named ISU Distinguished Graduate Alumni

Dr. William Banks received the Illinois State University Distinguished Graduate Alumni Award this semester. He returned to ISU to accept the award and also guest-lectured in a graduate course, mentored graduate students in small groups, and spoke on two different occasions to current undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and other alumni about his experiences at ISU and his career.

“I’m really honored and touched by this award,” Banks said. “Being recognized by the English department as an outstanding alumnus honors their investment in me all those years ago.”

Go English!