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"Rinse and Repeat" Art Gallery Dec. 5-15

November 30, 2023

Western Illinois University Department of Art and Design senior Mackenzie White will have her solo bachelor of Fine Arts exhibition, "Rinse and Repeat,” on display December 5-December 15 at the WIU Art Gallery. Read more.

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Steel Band to Perform Dec. 1

November 30, 2023

The Western Illinois University School of Music will present a Steel Band Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Read more.

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WIU Alpha Tau Chapter Successful Smokin' Hog Fundraiser

November 30, 2023

The Alpha Tau Chapter at Western Illinois University hosted their annual “Smokin’ Hog” fundraising event on October 28 and received a generous amount of support from participants. Read more.

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WIU BOT Dec. 4-5

November 30, 2023

The Western Illinois University Board of Trustees will hold its regular quarterly meeting Monday-Tuesday, Dec. 4-5 in the University Union Capitol Room on the Macomb campus. Read more.

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WIU Social Work Program Students to Present at United High School Wellness Day Dec. 1

November 30, 2023

Students at Western Illinois University in the Social Work Program will present at the United High School Wellness Day sessions from 8-11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1 at United High School in Monmouth, IL. Read more.

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WIU Achieves Unprecedented Success: Record-Breaking Triumph in the 2023 #GivingTuesday Campaign

November 29, 2023

Western Illinois University is thrilled to announce a record-breaking year for the 2023 GivingTuesday campaign, a global fundraising initiative held annually on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Read more.

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Grimm Named October Advisor of the Month

November 29, 2023

The Awards & Recognition committee proudly names Western Illinois University Jennifer Grimm, Academic Advisor for COFAC: Broadcasting & Journalism, Communication, and Speech Pathology & Audiology, as WIU Advisor of the Month for October. Read more.

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Office of Public Safety to host Active Threat Seminar for WIU Students

November 29, 2023

The Western Illinois University Office of Public Safety (OPS), in collaboration with OPS Director Derek Watts, WIU Sergeant Rob Looney and COMM 430 (Training and Development) students, will offer an Active Threat Seminar from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 in the University Union Capitol Room. Read more.

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Krueger Named WIU November Employee of the Month

November 28, 2023

Western Illinois University Nursing Office Administrator Lura Krueger has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for November. Read more.

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WIU to Host Staff & Faculty Holiday Reception

November 28, 2023

President Huang invites Western Illinois University faculty and staff to a holiday reception from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12 on the Macomb campus in the University Union Ballroom. Read more.

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WIU Center for Undergraduate Research at Malpass Library Announces The Inaugural Research Scholarship Competition

November 27, 2023

The Center for Undergraduate Research at Western Illinois University Malpass Library is delighted to announce its inaugural $500 Research Scholarship Competition. Read more.

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WIU WEGA to Host Leatherneck Lock-In Dec. 1-2

November 27, 2023

Western Illinois University's Electronic Gaming Association (WEGA) will host a Leatherneck Lock-In overnight at 6 p.m. on Friday Dec. 1-Saturday Dec. 2, at the Digital Recreation Center. Read more.

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2023 Alumni Achievement Awards

November 27, 2023
Roy Albiani, a 1984 Marketing graduate.

Three Western Illinois University alumni have been honored with the prestigious WIU Alumni Achievement Award. Their outstanding achievements will be celebrated at the Commencement exercises scheduled for Saturday, Dec.16. These individuals exemplify the excellence and impact that WIU alumni continue to make in their respective fields. Read more.

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Philanthropy Commitment: WIU Pi Kappa Phi and The Ability Experience to Make a Difference

November 27, 2023

In a powerful demonstration of philanthropy and commitment to inclusivity, the local fraternity chapter at Western Illinois University, Pi Kappa Phi, is set to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Partnering with The Ability Experience, a renowned non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, Pi Kappa Phi is initiating a fundraising campaign that holds the promise of positive change. Read more.

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Exceptional Success for WIU Students at Illinois Fall PAS Conference

November 27, 2023

Western Illinois University is delighted to announce the outstanding achievements of three of its students who excelled at the Illinois Fall Post Secondary Agriculture Students (PAS) Conference in Springfield, IL November 16. Read more.

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U.S. News Recognizes WIU as Best in Multiple Categories

November 21, 2023

Western Illinois University has been recognized as a "Best Regional University in the Midwest" for 2024 by U.S. News and World Report. Read more.

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IIRA to Host Local Food Business Workshop Series in Macomb

November 21, 2023

Project ReFED (Regional Food Economic Development), an initiative of the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs (IIRA) at Western Illinois University, will host a four-part workshop series for local food producers and small food production farmers over four Tuesdays in November and December. Read more.

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WIU to Host New Regional Office for Corn Belt Ports in Strategic Partnership for Mississippi River Sustainability

November 21, 2023

Western Illinois University is proud to announce a partnership with Corn Belt Ports (CBP) to establish a new regional office for the Upper Mississippi River Ports on the WIU-Quad Cities Campus. This strategic collaboration signifies a significant step toward fostering sustainability, enhancing transportation logistics and driving community and economic development throughout the Quad Cities region. Read more.

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Last updated: Saturday 2nd of December 2023 05:09:06 AM


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