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Jennifer McNabb, associate professor of history, leads the Commencement procession with the University gonfalon, a new addition to the ceremonies this fall. Each college and the School of Graduate Studies led their candidates and faculty behind a gonfalon.
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Marissa Brungraber receives her diploma cover from Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration Chair and Professor Dale Adkins.
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Two graduating student-athletes, Amanda Wright (soccer) and John "Cole" Waddell (baseball), were among 16 marshals selected to lead the two Dec. 19 Commencement ceremonies. They are pictured with Dr. Tim Van Alstine, assistant vice president for student services and director of athletics.
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WIU Fall Ceremonies Recognize 570 Graduates

December 22, 2009

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MACOMB/MOLINE, IL - - Western Illinois University's Fall Commencement Weekend (Dec. 18-19) recognized 570 individual students who were eligible to graduate in December.

The Dec. 18 Academic Honors Convocation presented 114 awards of academic distinction, including College, Departmental and Honors scholars as well as Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude and Summa Cum Laude graduate candidates.

A total of 570 candidates for graduation–468 undergraduates and 102 master's graduates–crossed the stage during two Dec. 19 Commencement ceremonies. Undergraduates received their diploma covers; master's students were hooded with the University and discipline colors.

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