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Five Named to 2010 Athletics Hall of Fame Class

September 3, 2010


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Courtesy: Western Illinois University
http://www.wiuathletics.com


MACOMB, Ill. - Western Illinois Athletics Department announced five Leathernecks have been selected for induction into the Hall of Fame. Director of Athletics Dr. Tim Van Alstine announced the five member 2010 class on Wednesday (Sept. 1).

The class consists of: Charlie Carey (contributor), Wendell McKemey (track and field), Dr. Helen Smiley (administrator), Aaron Stecker (football) and Curt Westen (football).

The 2010 Hall of Fame ceremony will take place Friday, September 24th, at the University Union Grand Ballroom. The five newest members will be honored during the Leathernecks' football game on September 25th against Indiana State (3 p.m. kickoff).

"Once again the 2010 Hall of Fame Inductees are a superb group of individuals who have in one way or another positively impacted Western Illinois University and our Athletics Department," said Dr. Van Alstine. "While we acknowledge their contributions during their time here, we also celebrate their personal and professional successes. These individuals are exactly what we expect our current student-athletes to be after they leave Western."

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