Looking for some good food for a good cause tonight? Check out the food truck pop up of Nest Cafe from 5 to 8 p.m. at Radicle Effect Brewworks, 1340 31st St., Rock Island. Our good friends from down the hill will be posted up at Radicle Effect slanging their dope eats. Pulled Pork (or […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen joined his House Democratic colleagues to reintroduce H.R. 14, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The bill would restore and modernize the protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) and prevent states with a history of voter discrimination from erecting new barriers to the ballot box. “Here in Illinois, […]
Western Illinois University will host WIU Forensic Psychology Professor Kim McClure for a presentation titled “Wellness-Centered De-Escalation Skills for Professionals: A Cultural Context Approach” from 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 in Stipes Hall 121. This event, sponsored by the Anti-Racism Task Force (ARTF), is free and open to all students, faculty and staff. McClure specializes in Psychology […]
Throughout February, Western Illinois (WIU) Athletics commemorated Black History Month by acknowledging Leathernecks past and present. The month featured highlights of Black alumni and Hall of Famers, as well as current student-athletes and coaches. Jennifer Alexander Jennifer Alexander was a Volleyball student-athlete at WIU from 2001-2006. Alexander was a named member of the All-Freshman team, […]
The Geodeland Earth Science Clubs, Inc. (GESCI) will hold its Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 8, and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, Mar. 9 at the Western Illinois University Union Ballroom. The theme of this year’s 44th annual Geodeland Show is “Petrified Wood.” A featured display […]
Western Illinois University will host its Spring 2025 All Major Career and Internship Fair from noon-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, in the University Union Grand Ballroom. All students and alumni are welcome to attend the fair for valuable networking opportunities and learn about internships and part- and full-time job opportunities. “Career Fairs play such an important role […]
Western Illinois University faculty, staff and students are invited to learn more about Phi Beta Delta, an international honor society dedicated to promoting international education and fostering a global exchange of ideas. The Eta Epsilon Chapter at WIU provides scholarships for international study and engages with the international community through various events. These include cultural nights […]
The Rocky African American Heritage Club held another wonderful Black History Program this year! The celebration featured great involvement from our district leaders, scholars, and alumni. Rocky staff and scholars enjoyed performances by the Rocky choir, orchestra, and dance team, along with vocal performances from our alumni. Special thanks to Dr. Yolanda Grandberry Pugh and […]
MercyOne will hold a state-wide Walk-In hiring event on Wednesday, February 26, from 3 to 5 p.m. for all open positions at seven locations. This walk-in, same-day, back-to-back interview process is designed to make it even easier for the job seeker and employer to find the perfect fit. There is the potential for applicants to […]
February is Responsible Pet Owner Month! Quad City Animal Welfare Center is celebrating with special deals on healthcare for your pets. Your pets rely on you for their health and happiness, and we make it easy to keep them at their best! Spay and neuter surgeries by appointment: https://qcawc.org/vet-clinic/spay-neuter-program Drive-Up Curbside Clinic: Vaccines Heartworm […]
