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WIU Honors Brent Heaton's Upcoming Retirement
February 19, 2026
MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University Department of College of Business and Technology (CBT) Dean's Office announces the retirement of Brent Heaton, Associate Agricultural Research Technician, on Saturday, Feb. 28, following a decade of service to the University.
Heaton's presence has made a lasting impact on students, faculty and staff across WIU. Throughout his tenure, he has been an invaluable resource to this institution, especially in the School of Agriculture.
The WIU community is invited to celebrate Heaton's retirement luncheon from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the WIU Livestock Center. The event will provide an opportunity for friends, colleagues and community members to gather, share memories and recognize Heaton's many contributions to the University.
Please RSVP to Maddi Butler by noon on Friday, Feb. 20, at mi-butler@wiu.edu.
Posted By: University Communications (U-Communications@wiu.edu)
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