WIU-QC Academics

Our Quad Cities campus offers individuals in the QC region the opportunity to obtain undergraduate & graduate degrees and post-baccalaureate certificates.

WIU Leathernecks for the win!

Come in out of the cold and catch WIU Leatherneck Basketball action at Western Hall!

WIU Agriculture Greenhouse: Hands-on Learning

The new greenhouse will expand learning and research opportunities for ag students and faculty.

International experiences abound at WIU!

The Center for International Studies provides outstanding experiences for international students as well as WIU students who wish to study abroad.

Points of Purple Pride

WIU is a "Best Midwestern College", "Top Tier Midwestern University" and "Military Friendly School" - apply now!

WIU Leathernecks for the win!

Come in out of the cold and catch WIU Leatherneck Basketball action at Western Hall!

A Rocky Riddle: Why did the snowman call his dog "Frost?"

Because Frost-bites! (Follow WIU's mascot Col. Rock III on Facebook).

Show your Leatherneck Pride ... Vote for WIU!

Students, alumni, friends, faculty and staff are encouraged to vote for WIU each and every day as part of the STANLEY Security Together for Safer Schools grant!

Resident Assistant Applications - Accepted through Jan. 27

Residence hall floors are staffed by full time students who serve primarily as a resource and mentor for the residents. The Resident Assistants (RAs) facilitate programming, enforce policies, and serve on duty. Do you have what it takes? Apply to become an RA!

View more information on applying to be an RA.

Martin Luther King Junior Program - Jan. 29

At 5 p.m. Jan. 29 at WIU-Macomb's Multicultural Center, WIU will host the 28th annual Martin Luther King Junior Program. The celebration, "The Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and His Use of Mahatma Gandhi's Principles of Nonviolence," will include a program and panel discussion.

View the press release for more details.

Comedian Christian Finnegan - Jan. 30

Join the University Union Board at 8pm on Jan. 30 in the Union Heritage Room for a night of free laughs with Christian Finnegan! Come watch the comedian from VH1's Best Week Ever and Comedy Central as he performs his hilarious standup for WIU.

Visit Christian Finnegan's website for more.

Women's Basketball 'Think Pink' Event - Jan. 31

Help the Fighting Leathernecks fight breast cancer! For $25, fans can purchase a Think Pink package which includes a game ticket, shirt, and admission to a post-game event featuring food, drinks, raffle, and the opportunity to meet the women's basketball team. All funds go to McDonough District Hospital's Linda's Fund.

View more details the event.

Stalking: Know It. Name It. Stop It.

WIU's Office of Equal Opportunity and Access, along with other WIU groups, are raising awareness of this serious issue, covered under Title IX. Nationwide rates of stalking among college students are higher than the general public. For info, view the news release or the National Stalking Resource Center.

Related Title IX info at www.wiu.edu/eoa.

National Girls and Women in Sports Day - Feb. 4

WIU President Jack Thomas and Macomb Mayor Mike Inman signed a proclamation declaring Feb. 4 as National Girls and Women in Sports Day at Western Illinois University and in Macomb. Activites surrounding NGWSD are planned Jan. 31, prior to and during the WIU Women's basketball game, and on Feb. 4 in the University Union & Student Recreation Center.

View more details on the activities scheduled.

45th Annual Farm Expo - Feb. 7 & 8

The Ag Mech Club's Farm Expo will be held 9am-5pm Feb. 7 & 10am-4pm Feb. 8 at Macomb's Western Hall. Saturday's 10:30am keynote speaker will be Kirk Hanlin, Assistant Chief, National Resources Conservation Service, US Department of Agriculture.

View the calendar entry for more details.

Stanley Safety Grant Competition - Through Feb. 12

Vote for WIU each and every day as part of the STANLEY Security Together for Safer Schools grant. The top two schools who receive the most votes will receive grants of security products and services from STANLEY Security.

View details on how to vote.

Discover Western - Feb. 16

Discover Western open houses allow you to tour the Macomb campus, meet with academic and student services staff, talk with current WIU students and more – a great way for you to experience campus life and picture yourself at WIU. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

View more details and register online.

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