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Ginger, Turmeric Harvested as Alternative Research Crops at Western Illinois University

Ginger, Turmeric Harvested as Alternative Research Crops at Western Illinois University

Western Illinois University School of Agriculture Assistant Professor Shelby Henning has added two more specialty crops to his research program in order to provide information to local and regional farmers on growing options and the successful production of a widening number of plant species. Henning, in cooperation with University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Chris […]

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Western Illinois University Alumnus Honored with Illinois Farm Bureau's Highest Award

Western Illinois University Alumnus Honored with Illinois Farm Bureau’s Highest Award

A life filled with local, state and national volunteer service has earned a Western Illinois University alumnus the highest award given by the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB). David Erickson, a 1980 agriculture education graduate, from Altona, IL, was presented the Charles B. Shuman Distinguished Service Award during the IFB’s annual meeting in Chicago earlier this […]

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Western Illinois University Students Enhance Classroom Skills Through Work at YMCA Circus Academy

Western Illinois University Students Enhance Classroom Skills Through Work at YMCA Circus Academy

A group of Western Illinois University students have found part-time work through an artistic endeavor at the McDonough County YMCA, which teaches class members gymnastics and circus-related skills, and has resulted in educational lessons for the young women. Junior social work major Jessie Fansler; junior exercise science major Whitney Piper; and sophomore agriculture science major […]

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Maymi-Sugranes Named Dean of Western Illinois University Libraries

Maymi-Sugranes Named Dean of Western Illinois University Libraries

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – Hector Maymi-Sugranes (pronounced May-mee Sue-grah-knees) professor, College of Social Science and Humanities, CETYS University has been named dean of Western Illinois University Libraries, effective Jan. 1, 2022. Jeanne Stierman, who has served as interim dean since November 2019, will return to the assistant dean post. Maymi-Sugranes has served as a professor, College […]

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Western Illinois University Establishes Universitywide Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Western Illinois University Establishes Universitywide Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Dear University Community, I would like to take this opportunity to publicly thank the Black Student Association (BSA) Executive Board and student leaders for their leadership. In Fall 2020, the BSA presented the previous WIU administration with a list of 11 demands, which include re-establishing the African-American Studies Program, working toward a more diverse employee […]

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Western Illinois University Will Launch New Option in Early Childhood Education Summer 2022

Western Illinois University Will Launch New Option in Early Childhood Education Summer 2022

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University will offer the Early Childhood Degree on the Quad Cities campus, beginning Summer 2022. WIU will also launch a new, flexible program option designed for those who are currently working in the education field and want to work toward their bachelor’s degree, with an option for PEL (Professional […]

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Western Illinois University LEJA Students Receive Go West Security Awards

Western Illinois University LEJA Students Receive Go West Security Awards

Eight Western Illinois University law enforcement and justice administration (LEJA) students recently received awards from Go West/McDonough County Transit for their work as Go West security officers. Nakyah Smith, a sophomore from Chicago, was named “Security Officer of the Semester” for her ability to handle critical situations with professionalism and for excellent performance throughout the […]

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Western Illinois University Alumnus Honored with Illinois Farm Bureau's Highest Award

Western Illinois University Alumnus Honored with Illinois Farm Bureau’s Highest Award

A life filled with local, state and national volunteer service has earned a Western Illinois University alumnus the highest award given by the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB). David Erickson, a 1980 agriculture education graduate, from Altona, IL, was presented the Charles B. Shuman Distinguished Service Award during the IFB’s annual meeting in Chicago earlier this […]

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Friederichs Named Western Illinois University Civil Service Employee of the Year

Friederichs Named Western Illinois University Civil Service Employee of the Year

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – Western Illinois University Program Coordinator, Business Advisor Ann Friederichs, of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb 2021 Civil Service Employee of the Year. Friederichs, who was named the Civil Service Employee of the Month for June 2021, received an engraved clock and a $500 […]

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