A Western Illinois University student and professor earned a scholarship and grant from the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) to attend their national conference in Anaheim, CA, in January 2025. Senior Music Business major Makenna Frank earned the prestigious Lamond GenNext Award and WIU Director of Music Business Kyle Jones was given a NAMM […]
The Western Illinois University Awards & Recognition Committee proudly announces Ashley Wilkinson, academic advisor for the College of Business and Technology, as WIU Advisor of the Month for November 2024. Wilkinson has been recognized for her exceptional dedication to her students, who consistently highlight her encouragement, knowledge and genuine care for their success. This recognition […]
The Western Illinois University School of Music will present the Annual Holiday Festival of Choirs at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Macomb. We are pleased to announce the Annual Holiday Festival of Choirs, featuring two performances of winter and holiday-themed choral music. The concert will include […]
The McDonough County Health Department, in cooperation with Western Illinois University, will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinics (including boosters) for WIU faculty, staff and students, as well as members of the general public, in December as the Fall 2021 semester comes to a close. The clinic will be held in the University Union Sandburg Lounge […]
The Western Illinois University Cybersecurity Center and the Cybersecurity Enthusiast Club are excited to host an industry expert for a presentation on Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity at noon on Friday, Dec. 6, in Stipes Hall 501. Ayobami Olatunji, a December 2023 WIU graduate with a Master’s degree in Computer and Information Systems, is a Security […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University is proud to announce its participation in GivingTuesday, Dec. 3, a day that encourages philanthropy and generosity to support meaningful causes. GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to inspire generosity worldwide. It provides an opportunity for friends […]
Western Illinois University’s Livestock Judging Team recently showcased their talent and expertise at the American Royal event in Kansas City, MO, bringing home a remarkable fifth place finish in a fiercely competitive field. The team’s outstanding performance has also secured them a solid fifth place ranking in the Collegiate Judging Rankings, a reflection of their […]
Western Illinois University kicked off Military Appreciation week by hosting the 13th annual Fallen Soldiers 5K, on Saturday, Nov. 2. This year’s event drew in more than 450 participants and raised more than $22,000 for student scholarships. Isaac Jones of Table Grove finished first with an impressive time of 16:37. Meg Simmons, a freshman Agricultural […]
The Western Illinois University LGBT*QA Resource Center will host its first QueerVember with a wide variety of events to celebrate and raise awareness of the LGBT*QA community throughout November. The LGBT*QA Resource Center will pay homage to the Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) on Wednesday, Nov. 20, with a solemn vigil dedicated to honoring the […]
During the annual Town & Gown celebration in October, Larry T. Balsamo, WIU Department of History Chairperson Emeritus, was named the 2024 Honorary Alumnus and Jock Hedblade, Executive Director of Macomb Convention and Visitors Bureau, was named the 2024 Town & Gown Award recipient in recognition of their service to WIU and the Macomb community. […]
