April 11th, 2024
Moline
The Western Illinois golf program is thrilled to introduce a new opportunity to support the program. The Men’s and Women’s golf teams are embarking on a fundraising campaign to enhance their winter facilities and swing technology this spring. By purchasing a raffle ticket at https://bit.ly/43LJJEi, not only will you be contributing to the Leatherneck golf […]
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April 11th, 2024
Moline
MACOMB, IL/ MOLINE,IL – – Western Illinois University’s Museum Studies program sponsors the 2024 Career Conversations from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11. This virtual Zoom event is for emerging professionals, professionals in career transition and any individuals interested in connecting with these vibrant groups of professionals. During the event, panelists will share their educational and […]
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April 2nd, 2024
Moline
The Western Illinois University College of Business and Technology will host keynote speaker and CEO Amanda Gore tomorrow, April 2 for the Ferguson Lecture from 2-3:30 p.m. in the University Union Grand Ballroom. This event is open to all students, faculty and staff, corporate partners and community members. Gore is the CEO of The Joy […]
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March 28th, 2024
Moline
Western Illinois University Facilities Management Building Services Employee Cindy Britton has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for March. Britton started at WIU part time in 2005 and was hired full time in 2010. Before WIU, Britton’s favorite roles were being a wife and mother. Her passions lie […]
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March 7th, 2024
Moline
You don’t have to leave to go far! Through the experiences of our local Western Illinois University students, we want to highlight the many opportunities that await you in this special series. Close to home, WIU can show you the world as you pursue your academic journey and future career. Meet Lauren Hall, a senior […]
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March 6th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
The Western Illinois University Department of Art and Design’s upcoming “First Wednesday” event will take place from 7-9 p.m. March 1, in Garwood Hall, the Heating Plant Annex and the University Art Gallery. The WIU Art and Design faculty combine their efforts to offer creative, hands-on activities to visitors. This event is open free to […]
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March 5th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
The Western Illinois University Community Music School (CMS) is accepting registrations for the 2024 Summer Music Camps. These half-day and full-day camps bring musical opportunities to children of all ages, with options for students with previous or no previous experience. Registration is required and must be done by Wednesday, May 1 to receive a 20% […]
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March 4th, 2024
Moline
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University President Guiyou Huang has announced his departure from the University March 31. Pending the approval of the Board of Trustees, Vice President of Quad Cities Campus Operations Kristi Mindrup will serve as interim president, effective Monday, April 1. “I am incredibly grateful for the honor of serving as […]
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February 28th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
The Western Illinois University School of Music will present a Guest Recital featuring flutist Leslie Marrs at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Leslie Marrs is an associate professor of Flute at Drake University. The recital will be followed by a masterclass with WIU flute […]
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February 24th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
Chicago artist Ashley January will have a solo exhibition, “Human | Mother | Black,” on display Tuesday, Jan. 17 – Friday, Feb. 24 at the Western Illinois University Art Gallery. A reception for the artist will be held from 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31. The artist will speak about their work at 5 p.m. January […]
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