MACOMB/MOLINE, IL — Western Illinois University has been recognized as a “Best Regional University in the Midwest” for 2024 by U.S. News and World Report. WIU has been ranked 38 out of 167 public and private colleges and universities on the “Best Regional Universities (Midwest)” list in the U.S. News and World Report 2023 rankings. […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL -– After a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Western Illinois University announces the retirement of Troy Rhoads, who has served as the assistant vice president for Facilities Management since December 1, 2021. Rhoads began his journey with WIU as a maintenance worker in 1996, steadily progressing through various roles, showcasing his dedication […]
Looking for a fuzzy friend? QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL 61264. The number is (309) 787-6830. QCAWC […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) celebrated the second anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law being signed into law and highlighted the law’s impact on transforming Illinois roads, improving water quality, expanding access to broadband, and more. “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law represents a historic investment in Central and Northwestern Illinois communities while simultaneously supporting good-paying jobs,” said Sorensen. […]
Western Illinois University Psychology Professor Kimberley A. McClure has been awarded a $746,000 grant from the United States Department of Justice for the development of a cutting-edge virtual training center, aptly named the De-escalation Training through Active Learning (DeTAL) Assessment and Research Center. The DeTAL Center is positioned to become a pivotal resource, not only […]
The Western Illinois University Campus Recreation Center will host a single-day Intramural (IM) Bags Tournament starting at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Rec Center. Both the doubles and singles tournaments will be played on the same day. The tournament is open to all WIU students. To register, visit IMLeagues.com. Participants must register by […]
Looking for a fuzzy friend? QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL 61264. The number is (309) 787-6830. QCAWC […]
Join The Market for their Christmas Market Reveal to kick off the holiday season! They have 20+ small businesses under one roof that will transform their spaces to bring you all the best stuff for holiday gift gifting and decorating! Dates & Times: Friday, November 10th 10am-5pm Saturday, November 11th 10am-4pm Location: THE Market: A […]
Art enthusiasts, rejoice! The captivating creations of Western Illinois University’s talented art students are on display at the Department of Art and Design Talent Grant and Tuition Waiver Exhibition. This annual showcase, running until November 28 at the University Art Gallery, is a testament to the creativity and skill of WIU’s budding artists. The exhibition […]
The Western Illinois University Art Department will offer a free Community Art Program for students in grades 1-8 over three Sundays in October and November. Classes will be held Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 and 13. Classes for grades 1-2 will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. in Garwood Hall, room 24; grades 3-4 will be […]
