Reggie Redbird

Reggie Redbird is the beloved mascot of Illinois State University. He can be found at all home football games, women's volleyball matches, men's basketball games, women's basketball games, and various other athletic events. Reggie also makes appearances at schools and events within the Twin Cities, the state of Illinois, and the country. Reggie is a student who wears a costume of a red-headed bird. He was named in 1980 after a contest among Junior Redbird Club Members. The first suit was donated by Rick Percy, general manager of Clemens and Associates Insurance and a longtime member of The Redbird Club.