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WIU Cybersecurity Program Puts an Eye to the Future in Virtual Event

April 28, 2025

The Western Illinois University Cybersecurity Center will have two external Advisory Board Members, Erik Hart and Shirene Garner, host a virtual open session to discuss the future of the industry at 11:40 a.m., Thursday, May 1. Read more.

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WIU School of Music Presents April 28-May 3 Performances

April 28, 2025

The Western Illinois University School of Music presents a series of performances from Monday, April 28, through Saturday, May 3 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Read more.

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125 Anniversary Celebration: Enyonam Adjoa Neku

April 28, 2025
Public health graduate student Enyonam Adjoa Neku.

Current public health graduate student Enyonam Adjoa Neku sees Western Illinois University as more than just a school—it’s a second home where she feels welcomed and inspired to grow and be ambitious. Read more.

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WIU School of Music Presents Choral Conducting Internship Experience and Student Conductors’ Concert.

April 25, 2025

The Western Illinois University School of Music will present a Choral Conducting Internship Experience and Student Conductors’ Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 27 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Read more.

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125 Anniversary Celebration: Gerry Salzman

April 25, 2025
Alumnus Gerry Salzman.

Gerry Salzman, a 1971 agricultural economics graduate, fondly remembers the education he received at Western Illinois University and the dedication of the faculty who guided his path. Read more.

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WIU Community Music School Celebrates Record-Breaking Student Recitals and String Ensemble Concert

April 25, 2025

The Western Illinois University Community Music School (CMS) proudly celebrated a milestone this past Saturday with its largest-ever Student Recitals and String Ensemble Concert. The concert was held on Saturday, April 19 at the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall and featured over 50 student performers across two programs, representing a wide range of ages and experience levels. Read more.

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Carolyn Foster Holding Solo BFA Exhibition

April 24, 2025
A sample of Carolyn Foster's Solo BFA Exhibition, “Resist: Protest in Print,” which will be on display Wednesday, April 28 through Friday, May 9 at the WIU Art Gallery.

Western Illinois University senior art major Carolyn Foster will hold her solo BFA exhibition, “Resist: Protest in Print,” on display Wednesday, April 28 through Friday, May 9 at the WIU Art Gallery. Read more.

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Just Hired: Chavez Archibald

April 24, 2025
Chavez Archibald, WIU Public Health graduate.

Meet Chavez Archibald, A Western Illinois University Public Health graduate, who has been hired as an environmental health sanitarian by the McDonough County Health Department (MCHD) in Macomb. Read more.

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Western Illinois University Named an Opportunity University by the Carnegie Classifications

April 24, 2025

Western Illinois University has been designated as an Opportunity College and University by Carnegie Classification®. The classification recognizes WIU as an institution that can serve as a model for studying how campuses can foster student success. Read more.

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WIU Mourns the Loss of College of Fine Arts and Communication Dean Billy Clow

April 23, 2025

Western Illinois University Dean of the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Billy Clow passed away April 17. Read more.

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WIU School of Music Presents Wind Ensemble President's Concert

April 23, 2025

The Western Illinois University School of Music will present a preview performance of the Wind Ensemble’s 59th Annual President’s Concert at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Read more.

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Upcoming Parking Lot Closures

April 23, 2025

Western Illinois University Parking Services will have multiple parking lot closures in the upcoming weeks. Read more.

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125 Anniversary Celebration: Andrew Roman

April 23, 2025
Alumnus Andrew Roman.

For alumnus Andrew Roman, Western Illinois University is characterized by exceptional education and a dedicated and supportive faculty. Read more.

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Patricia Young Obituary

April 23, 2025

Western Illinois University Professor Patricia Young, 72, of Macomb, passed away March 27. Read more.

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WIU Commemorates Arbor Day 2025 with Tree Planting

April 22, 2025
A scene from the 2023 Arbor Day planting at Western Illinois University. This year's event will take place Friday, April 25.

Western Illinois University will commemorate Arbor Day 2025 by planting a paperbark maple tree at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 25 behind the Leslie F. Malpass Library in the mall area. Read more.

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WIU SHRM Students Attend SHRM Student Summit

April 22, 2025
WIU's Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Western Illinois University’s Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) student chapter attended the SHRM Student Summit hosted by the Iowa SHRM State Council Saturday, April 5 at the University of Northern Iowa. Read more.

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WIU Social Work Students Attend 2025 NASW Advocacy Day

April 22, 2025
Back row: ToniSue Chatfield, Madeline Weiss, Diana Hanks, Kennique Tilman, Faith Procopio. Front row: Shelby Gandara, Emma Miller, Professor Peterman.

Western Illinois University Social Work students attended the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Advocacy Day held Wednesday, April 9 at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield. Read more.

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CommUnity Health Month Concludes with Keynote Speaker Michael Gaines

April 22, 2025

Western Illinois University welcomes Illinois Department of Public Health Correction Coordinator Michael Gaines for a presentation at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 23 in the University Union Lamoine Room. Read more.

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WIU Announces Distinguished Service and Community Service Award Winners

April 22, 2025

The Western Illinois University Office of Human Resources has announced the University’s 2025 Distinguished Service and Community Service award winners. Employees were also recognized for reaching new years of service milestones. Read more.

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Last updated: Tuesday 29th of April 2025 09:34:13 AM


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