About Us

Founded in 1967, the WIU College Republicans have made a concerted effort to be a voice of conservatism that can often be lost in the world of academia. Many conservative and Republican students often feel that their beliefs and values are not represented very well in the campus community. The WIU College Republicans are constantly working towards an environment where our beliefs are as valued and protected as any other on campus.

To that end, the WIU College Republicans hold the following core values:

WE BELIEVE the strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person's dignity, freedom, ability, and responsibility must be honored.

WE BELIEVE in equal rights, equal justice, and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age, or disability.

WE BELIEVE government must practice fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn.

WE BELIEVE the proper role of government is to provide for the people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by individuals or private organizations and that the best government is that which governs least.

WE BELIEVE the most effective, responsible, and responsive government is government closest to the people.

WE BELIEVE Americans must retain the principles that have made us strong while developing new and innovative ideas to meet the challenges of changing times.

WE BELIEVE Americans value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom, and human rights throughout the world.

WE BELIEVE the Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.