MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – Western Illinois University College of Business and Technology (CBT) Adviser Ember Keithley has been named the Outstanding Academic Advisor of the Year by the WIU Council of Academic Advisors. Keithley has served as an advisor in the CBT since 2000. In this role, she advises all students in the School of Agriculture, as well as online business majors in management, human resources management and supply chain management. “I have cherished my time at WIU and have learned leaps and bounds greater than I expected. This is all thanks to the expert advising that Ms. Keithley... Read More

Western Illinois University’s Office of Study Abroad and Outreach is offering virtual and face-to-face youth programs for Summer 2021. This year’s class list includes: Wednesday, July 7, TechVenturing Virtual Workshop This one day workshop is available only for students in grades 9-12. Program times are 10 a.m. – noon and 1 – 3 p.m. Instructor: Rafael Obregon, interim chair of the WIU Department of Engineering Technology July 12-16, WIU’s STEM Virtual Camp Class is available for students in grades 7-12. Program cost is $100. Instructors: Physics Professor Esteban... Read More

ImpactLife joins blood providers across the United States in reporting critical blood shortages. Additional donors are needed in the days ahead to ensure the blood center’s ability to provide this lifesaving resource for hospitals and patients in our region. All eligible donors are asked to schedule appointments ASAP for donation by calling (800) 747-5401, scheduling online at www.bloodcenter.org, or via the Blood Center’s mobile app (www.bloodcenter.org/app). “Participating in a local blood drive or donating at an ImpactLife donation center is a great way to support our own communities,”... Read More

Although cannabis testing is an everlasting topic in the curriculum of the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry program in the Western Illinois University Department of Chemistry, it was recently revitalized by a $160,181 grant, awarded by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) and a Certification of Registration (COR), presented by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). In the Federal Controlled Substance Act (CAS) of 1970, cannabis was classified as a “Schedule 1” substance, which made cultivation and use of cannabis illegal. Since then, cannabis has become the most widely... Read More

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Each year in the United States, more than 600 deaths are attributed to excessive natural heat.  Many of the deaths are preventable. Genesis Medical Center emergency physician David Dierks, D.O., offers these tips to avoid being a victim of the heat: Stay out of the heat when possible. The young and old are particularly vulnerable. People with other chronic conditions, for example, heart disease, mental health conditions, asthma and high blood pressure are also at higher risk for heat illnesses. Make certain you don’t leave small children or pets in a vehicle.  Temperatures... Read More

Western Illinois University emergency management students, along with professional emergency personnel and educators, have the benefit of hands-on training and numerous other learning opportunities as a result of a collaborative partnership between the WIU GIS Center, WIU School of Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA)‘s emergency management degree program and the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Executive Institute (ILETSBEI) based at WIU. Recently, a hands-on (drone) sUAS Flight Operations Course was held on the WIU-Macomb campus, where participants learned... Read More

The experienced providers of Gastroenterology Associates, P.C., has become part of Genesis Health Group, the largest multi-specialty provider group in the region, effective June 28. Genesis Health Group, Gastroenterology Associates will provide quality digestive health care procedures and services, including colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, endoscopy and open access colonoscopy. Joining Genesis are physicians Young B. Huh, M.D., and Richard L. Weyman IV, M.D., along with their clinic staff, who will remain at their current location at 2222 53rd Avenue, Bettendorf, Iowa. Teaming up with them at that... Read More

Western Illinois University students, faculty and staff on the WIU-Macomb campus in need of an official University ID will now be able to get their identification card at the University Union Service Center. Previously, the ID services were available in Seal Hall. The Union Service Center, located on the first floor across from the food court, is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday during the summer months. When school is in session, the hours are: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, during the fall and spring semesters; and from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays, during the fall and spring semesters. WIU-QC... Read More

Today Q2030 co-chairs announced the hiring of Kate Jennings as the Executive Director for the newly created 501(c)3 stand-alone organization. Jennings will start August 2nd with a staff of one, a project manager. A community reception will be held in late August. Prior to joining Q2030, Jennings served as the Deputy Chief of Staff and District Director for Congresswoman Cheri Bustos. On her staff, she handled outreach and stakeholder management across a fourteen-county district, which mirrors the diverse communities, employers, challenges and opportunities of the Quad Cities region. Over the past... Read More

BREAKING NEWS: United Way Quad Cities on Tuesday announced it issued $2.9 million in grants to 54 local nonprofits, grassroots organizations and others serving the residents of Scott and Rock Island counties. The Strategic Impact Grants are being awarded to advance equity and improve education, income and health outcomes in the Quad-Cities. The grant total covers a two-year period beginning July 1, 2021. “These investments will support not only basic needs, but also the building blocks of academic success, career preparation, and behavioral and mental health, so that more of our students graduate... Read More