Your potential. Our purpose. http://www.wiu.edu/news Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0000 FeedCreator 1.8.0-dev (info@mypapit.net) http://wiu.edu/images/w-wiu-vert-rgb.jpg http://www.wiu.edu/news/ 55 93 Your potential. Our purpose. en-us 2026 Western Illinois University Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21332 The Western Illinois University Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, June 16 at the WIU-Quad Cities Campus. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21332 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21331 Melissa Gravert, director of educational outreach for WQPT PBS at Western Illinois University, has been named a 2026 Women of Influence honoree by the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21331 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21330 Meet Deborah Bowale, a new Health Administration Intern with Advocate Health after completing her Master of Public Health degree at Western Illinois University. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21330 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21329 If you’ve been around Western Illinois University for any length of time, you’ve probably heard of Charlene Callison or Larry Balsamo. They met here, they fell in love here, they were only going to stay for a year, but now they’re planting seeds throughout the community. Their family tree is literally blossoming in Macomb and they are so excited to see what comes from the Goldfarb Performing Arts Center and how it will serve the greater Western Illinois community. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21329 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21328 Student engagement at Western Illinois University rose under the first year of the Purple and Gold Points program. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21328 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21327 The June Western Illinois University Council of Administrative Personnel (COAP) Employee of the Month is Jackie Price, director of the Student Development and Success Center (SDSC). Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21327 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21326 Western Illinois University has been recognized by OnlineU as one of the nation's most affordable options for online graduate education, earning the No. 8 spot on OnlineU's 2026 ranking of the Most Affordable Online Master's Programs. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21326 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21324 William Reynolds, a dedicated athlete with the McDonough County Special Recreation Association (MCSRA), competed in the Special Olympics Illinois Regional Track and Field Competition held in Galesburg, IL, on April 26. He is coached by Western Illinois University Recreation, Park, Tourism, and Hospitality graduate student Amber Esquivel and WIU School of Communication, Media and Experience Industries Director Jeremy Robinett, whose involvement reflects ongoing community engagement through Western Illinois University. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21324 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21325 The Western Illinois University Museum Studies Graduate Program announces that it is a Bronze Level Sponsor of the 2026 Association of Academic Museums and Galleries (AAMG) Annual Conference, taking place Tuesday, June 9–Friday, June 12, in Iowa City, IA, and hosted by the University of Iowa. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21325 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21323 Meet Destinee Jaquez, a new Admissions Recruiter at Upper Iowa University, after completing her Master of Science in College Student Personnel Student Affairs at Western Illinois University. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21323 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21322 Shelby Borchardt, associate athletic director for Internal Operations/Senior Woman Administrator, has been named interim director of Intercollegiate Athletics at WIU, effective today (June 3). Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21322 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21321 The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture recently hosted the AgXplore BriefCASE Institute, a two-day professional development event for middle school agriculture educators. Participants traveled from across Illinois to participate in this excellent opportunity for intense professional development. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21321 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21320 The Western Illinois University Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has been recognized with the Community Partner Award by Mercado on Fifth during its 10th Anniversary Celebration, honoring a decade of community impact, cultural enrichment and support for local entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout the Quad Cities region. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21320 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21319 On April 18, WQPT PBS, in partnership with Western Illinois University, celebrated multilingual education at its annual conference. This event was attended by over 100 people, including WIU faculty and staff, community advocates, local educators, administrators, high school students, pre-service teachers and parent mentors. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21319 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21318 As part of a strategic effort to provide excellent academic and experiential opportunities for students, Western Illinois University is transitioning to a two college system, effective July 1. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21318 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21317 Western Illinois University is pleased to name Tracy Iversen as the new director of Health Services, effective June 1. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21317 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21316 Western Illinois University is pleased to announce Michael “Mick” Cumbie as the interim Director for the Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts (GCPA), effective June 1. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21316 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21315 Meet Alyssa Chapin, a new Department Manager at Pella Corporation, after completing her Management/MBA program at Western Illinois University. Thu, 28 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21315 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21314 A Western Illinois University alumna is advancing into a prominent new leadership role in higher education. Thu, 28 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21314 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21313 Following a national search, Thad Dohrn has been named the Western Illinois University Assistant Vice President for University Advancement/Chief University Advancement Officer, effective Tuesday, June 2. Thu, 28 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21313 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21312 The Western Illinois University Performing Arts Society (PAS) raised nearly $25,000 during its 2026 annual gala, “Prohibition Party: Shhh…Tell ’em Billy Sent Ya!” held May 2 in the University Union Grand Ballroom. Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21312 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21311 Western Illinois University is pleased to welcome Eric Fry as the new director of International Student Recruitment, effective June 1. Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21311 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21310 Walter McGath has been recognized as the Western Illinois University Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for May for his exceptional dedication, problem-solving abilities and commitment to supporting students and colleagues across the Division of Student Success. Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21310 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21309 Based in Chicago, IL, withonevoice is a non-profit professional vocal ensemble of sixteen singers that also hosts a week-long residency program at Western Illinois University in Macomb. Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21309 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21308 Meet Cobe Blackmond, a new Sports Production professional at the Chicago Sports Network, who secured the position after his experiences at Western Illinois University. Thu, 21 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21308