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Heaton Named September Employee of the Month at Western Illinois University

Heaton Named September Employee of the Month at Western Illinois University

MACOMB, IL – Western Illinois University Associate Agricultural Research Technician Brent Heaton has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for September 2020. Heaton was hired in June 1999 and had his classification changed to assistant agricultural research technician in April 2010. He audited to his current position in […]

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Western Illinois University Autism Center Earns Tracy Family Foundation Grant

Western Illinois University Autism Center Earns Tracy Family Foundation Grant

The Western Illinois University Autism Center of Excellence has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the Tracy Family Foundation. This significant investment from the Tracy Family Foundation will expand the WIU Autism Center of Excellence (WACE)’s staff to better support families in the west central Illinois region. WACE provides no-fee autism evaluations for children up […]

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Western Illinois University to Offer FAA Part 107 UAS Certification and Hands-On Drone Training

Western Illinois University to Offer FAA Part 107 UAS Certification and Hands-On Drone Training

Western Illinois University’s School of Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) and the GIS Center are sponsoring a free, virtual FAA Part 107 training course from 5-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday, Oct. 14-17. The course, conducted online via Microsoft Teams, is designed for emergency managers, first responders, police, fire, EMS, conservation officers, GIS professionals and students in […]

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Western Illinois University Quad-Cities Begins Recruiting ESports Players

Western Illinois University Quad-Cities Begins Recruiting ESports Players

Western Illinois University-Quad Cities Esports teams are actively recruiting new members to join the competition. “Esports is a great opportunity to meet new friends, have fun and represent the University against teams across the country,” WIU-QC Student Services Director Curtis Williams said. The teams include: Valorant   Rocket League   Fortnite   NBA2K   Street […]

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Western Illinois Libraries and UCC to Host Therapy Dogs for Fall 2024 Semester

Western Illinois Libraries and UCC to Host Therapy Dogs for Fall 2024 Semester

The Western Illinois University Libraries and University Counseling Center (UCC) are collaborating to bring therapy dogs to Malpass Library monthly throughout the Fall 2024 semester. The initiative is part of the UCC Wellness Wednesday series, which is an effort to help students manage their stress and to promote healthy habits. Therapy dogs will be available […]

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Western Illinois University Block Party Welcomes Back Students

Western Illinois University Block Party Welcomes Back Students

Western Illinois University is partnering with the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce, City of Macomb, Spoon River College and the Macomb School District to host the Downtown Block Party from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, in Chandler Park, just north of the Macomb Square. The event will offer new and existing WIU students the opportunity […]

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Quad Cities Community Foundation Grants WIU To Develop Bilingual Early Learning Spot

Quad Cities Community Foundation Grants WIU To Develop Bilingual Early Learning Spot

QUAD CITIES, Iowa / Illinois—The Quad Cities Community Foundation has granted a total of $57,218 to Western Illinois University to support and develop Rocky’s Play Space, a bilingual early learning and family empowerment lab site opening this year in Moline. “Rocky’s Play Space represents the power of partnership and collaboration,” said Sue Hafkemeyer, the Community […]

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Western Illinois University Athletics Celebrates Olympic Connections

Western Illinois University Athletics Celebrates Olympic Connections

With the 2024 Summer Olympic Games officially kicking off, Leatherneck Athletics is proud to celebrate a rich history of connections to the Olympic Games. Leatherneck  student-athletes and coaches have left a significant mark on the global sports stage throughout the years, from track and field to basketball to excellence in athletic training, WIU Athletics has […]

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