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Western Illinois Neurodiversity Pride Day to be Celebrated June 16

Western Illinois Neurodiversity Pride Day to be Celebrated June 16

Western Illinois University will be celebrating Neurodiversity Pride Day on Monday, June 16. Neurodiversity Pride Day recognizes the diversity of human cognition, honoring the unique ways our brains process, learn and relate to the world around us. WIU political science professor Casey LaFrance serves on the Wisdom Council of the Neurodiversity Foundation and has pioneered […]

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Western Illinois University Writing Center Announces Summer Hours

Western Illinois University Writing Center Announces Summer Hours

The Western Illinois University Writing Center (UWC) will be open to help students throughout the summer Monday, June 2 – Friday, August 15 in Malpass Library, third floor. The UWC offers guidance to students taking summer courses, working on writing projects, updating resumes and more. The opening hours are:   Mondays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.   […]

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George Hermann Western Illinois Senior Olympics Conclude

George Hermann Western Illinois Senior Olympics Conclude

The 43rd George Hermann Western Illinois Senior Olympics (WISO) wrapped up with resounding success, as many athletes from across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, California and Florida gathered at Western Illinois University to celebrate competition, fitness and community. Spanning over 30 events across nine sports, including track and field, swimming, cycling, golf and more, the WISO […]

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Undergraduate Research Day Winners Announced At Western Illinois University

Undergraduate Research Day Winners Announced At Western Illinois University

The Western Illinois University Centennial Honors College has announced the winners of the 22nd Annual Thomas E. Helm Undergraduate Research Day, which was held Wednesday, April 16. A total of 51 scholarly presentations were delivered by 59 students, spanning 18 majors. Podium Competition First Place: Olivia Rueschhoff, senior, of Manito, with faculty mentors Dinesh Ekanayake […]

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Western Illinois University Leatherneck Legacy Sale Takes Place Tuesday

Western Illinois University Leatherneck Legacy Sale Takes Place Tuesday

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture is holding its 2025 Leatherneck Legacy Online Sale from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 22. Bids on various items and experiences, including a WIU custom bar, will be accepted throughout the day. This sale helps offset the costs of the livestock judging team and the school livestock farms. There are […]

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Western Illinois University Employee Memorial Tree Planting Set for April 26

Western Illinois University Employee Memorial Tree Planting Set for April 26

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – Western Illinois University will host the annual Employee Memorial Tree Planting Ceremony at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, at Memorial Tree Grove on the Macomb campus. Each year WIU honors employees who passed away the year prior in a memorial planting ceremony. This year, the ceremony will honor Yvonne Zaborac, who passed […]

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Western Illinois University Celebrates Minority Health Month in April

Western Illinois University Celebrates Minority Health Month in April

Western Illinois University has celebrated Minority Health Month in April since 2006. The national theme this year is, “Better Health Through Better Understanding.” This year’s theme focuses on improving health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN communities by providing them with culturally and linguistically competent healthcare services, information and resources. When patients are […]

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Western Illinois Celebrates National Volunteer Week April 21-24

Western Illinois Celebrates National Volunteer Week April 21-24

Western Illinois University is celebrating National Volunteer Week Monday, April 21 to Thursday, April 24. The Office of Student Engagement – Volunteer Programs and Western’s All Volunteer Effort (WAVE) are partnering together to provide WIU student volunteers opportunities to participate in giving back to their community. National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate and […]

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Western Illinois University Law Enforcement Student Colbert Describes Her Journey

Western Illinois University Law Enforcement Student Colbert Describes Her Journey

Current Western Illinois University Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) senior JayLhien Colbert describes WIU as a place that fosters growth—a second home that inspires students to embrace their journey. “When I think about WIU, I think about growth, opportunity and the incredible people who make it feel like home,” Colbert said. “It’s a place that challenges […]

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Pride Month Celebrated Throughout April at Western Illinois University

Pride Month Celebrated Throughout April at Western Illinois University

The Western Illinois University LGBT*QA Resource Center will host a Pride Month celebration throughout the month of April with a full schedule of events. This year’s programming includes: • Monday, April 11, 7 p.m.: Kulture Karaoke, sponsored by the Gwendolyn Brooks Cultural Center, in the Multicultural Center multipurpose room. • Tuesday, April 12, noon: What’s […]

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