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Western Illinois University Application Fee Waiver Through May 9

April 22, 2021

Western Illinois University is waiving the $30 application fee for undergraduate students, who apply to WIU (wiu.edu/apply) between April 21-May 9. Read more.

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Virtual WIU Piano Festival Guest Recital Thursday

April 22, 2021

The Western Illinois University School of Music will present the WIU Piano Festival Guest Recital, featuring pianist, University of Iowa Professor of Piano Alan Huckleberry, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 22, in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Read more.

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Alumnus Challenges WIU Grads During 2021 Western Challenge

April 21, 2021
WIU Biology Professor Emeritus Dr. Robert Henry

Gerald (Jerry) Lang, a 1968 Western Illinois University botany graduate, set up a scholarship at WIU many years ago in honor of his former professor, Robert Henry. This year during the Western Challenge 24-hour giving event, which will be held on Purple & Gold Day (April 24), Lang is encouraging fellow Leathernecks to donate to their alma mater with a matching gift challenge. For the April 24 Western Challenge, Lang has pledged to match the first $5,000 in gifts to the College of Arts and Sciences with a gift of his own to the Henry scholarship. Read more.

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Western Electronic Gaming Association Hosts ‘Smash Bash’ Esports Tournament April 24

April 21, 2021

MACOMB, IL- The Western Electronic Gaming Association (WEGA) is hosting "Smash Bash" Esports tournament from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, April 24, at Western Illinois University's Student Recreation Center. Read more.

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'Tiny Dances' Comes to Macomb Arts Center Friday

April 21, 2021

The Western Illinois University Theatre and Dance composition class will present its final creations, "Tiny Dances," at 7 p.m. Friday, April 23 at the Macomb Arts Center in downtown Macomb. Read more.

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WIU Spring 2021 College, Departmental, Honors Scholars

April 21, 2021

Six students graduating from Western Illinois University at the end of the Spring 2021 semester have received the highest recognition from their colleges for their overall academic excellence by being named a College Scholar. Read more.

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WIU School of Agriculture's Legacy Sale April 27

April 21, 2021

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture's Hoof and Horn Club will host its annual Legacy Sale Tuesday, April 27. Read more.

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Students Launch "Western Unedited: Our Voice, Our Story, Our Time"

April 21, 2021

Because of some experiences that Western Illinois University graduate student Aleezah Washington had during her undergrad years at WIU – some very good and some not-so-good at all – she was thinking of ways to reach out to other marginalized students, both current WIU students and prospective students. She reached out to WIU Student Legal Advocate Torrey Smith to talk and brainstorm. And with that, Washington's vision to give students a voice, became "Western Unedited: Our Voice, Our Story, Our Time. Read more.

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Purple & Gold Day, Western Challenge Set for April 24

April 21, 2021

On Saturday, April 24, 2021, Western Illinois University alumni and friends from across the country and around the world will come together as one Leatherneck community for WIU's fifth annual Western Challenge online day of giving, which also coincides with the annual Purple & Gold Day celebration. Read more.

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A Message from WIU President Guiyou Huang: Verdict

April 20, 2021

I am pleased that a verdict has been rendered in the Chauvin trial. The jury's decision to convict a former police officer of a crime that led to the death of Mr. George Floyd speaks volumes. Our Black students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends have been hurt and afraid for far too long, and this verdict is the beginning of long overdue justice. Black lives matter. We continue to stand with you, and we will ensure that our University remains safe, welcoming, and inclusive. Read more.

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Waneen Stout Obituary

April 20, 2021

Virtual funeral services for Western Illinois University Professor Emeritus Waneen Stout, of Macomb, will be held at 9:50 a.m. Saturday, April 24 at facebook.com/TrinityLutheranMacomb. Read more.

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Peace Corps Fellows and AmeriCorps Program Celebrates Impact of National Service in Macomb

April 20, 2021

On April 6 Western Illinois University’s Peace Corps Fellows and the AmeriCorps Program joined Macomb Mayor Mike Inman and local leaders across the country in an annual, nationwide initiative to highlight the impact of national service in tackling local problems. Read more.

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Cheryl Colliflower Obituary

April 20, 2021

Graveside services for former Western Illinois University secretary Cheryl A. Colliflower, of Hutsonville, IL, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, at the Hutsonville Cemetery. Read more.

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WIU Psychology Student Seeks Volunteers for Research Study

April 20, 2021

Monika Mazela, of Winnebago, IL, a senior Honors student in the Western Illinois University Department of Psychology, is conducting a study titled "Eyewitness Memory Performance" to gain knowledge about factors that influence memory. Read more.

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WIU Casa Latina Cultural Center Presents Calle Murray April 24

April 19, 2021

Western Illinois University's Casa Latina Cultural Center will host its annual Calle Murray festival from noon-1:50 p.m. and 2:10-4 p.m. Saturday, April 24 in front of the Multicultural Center. To comply with COVID-19 protocols, pre-registration by April 21 is required as each event is limited to 50 partipants. Registrations are on a first come, first served basis. Face coverings and social distancing are required. Read more.

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OPS Director Interviews Set

April 19, 2021

Two candidates for the Western Illinois University Office of Public Safety (OPS) director position are set for interviews (virtual and in person) Monday, April 26 and Tuesday, April 27. Read more.

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Department of Communication Announces Lambda Pi Eta Inductees

April 19, 2021

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – Six students were inducted into Western Illinois University's chapter of Lambda Pi Eta (LPH), the National Communication Association's student honor fraternity, during the Spring 2021 semester. Read more.

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New Members Named to WIU School of Agriculture's Advisory Board

April 19, 2021
Gerry Salzman, new School of Agriculture Advisory Board chair

The advisory board for Western Illinois University's School of Agriculture recently underwent some organizational changes. Read more.

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WIU Alumnus Awarded International Crop Adviser Honor

April 19, 2021
Todd Steinacher

Western Illinois University alumnus Todd Steinacher has been around the world to teach better farming practices, which has led to him being named the 2021 International Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) of the Year. Read more.

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WIU Summer Youth Program Information Released

April 19, 2021

Western Illinois University's Office of Study Abroad & Outreach and School of Music will offer a variety of virtual youth programs for Summer 2021. Read more.

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Camp Rocky Comes to Spring Lake Saturday

April 19, 2021
This weekend's Camp Rocky programming has been designed by a class of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration students at WIU.

An annual tradition from the Western Illinois University Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration (RPTA) has been redesigned for the Spring 2021 season. Students in the RPTA Camp Leadership course are once again offering the annual Camp Rocky program with a twist; the program is a one-day family camp to be held at Spring Lake Park Saturday, April 24. Read more.

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Janisz Named April Employee of the Month

April 19, 2021
Michelle Janisz

Western Illinois University Director of Transitional Programs Michelle Janisz has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for April. Read more.

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'Next Wave' Dance Concert Friday and Saturday at WIU

April 16, 2021
'Next Wave'' dress rehearsal photos by the WIU Visual Production Center.

The Western Illinois University Department of Theatre and Dance, in collaboration with the University Dance Theatre, will present its annual spring dance concert, Next Wave, at 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, April 16-17 in Hainline Theatre. Read more.

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Mary Beth Margenthaler Obituary

April 16, 2021

Former Western Illinois University administrative assistant Mary Beth Margenthaler passed away in Naples, FL, Friday, April 2. Read more.

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Exhibit by Senior Art Prize Winner Opens April 20 at University Art Gallery

April 16, 2021

Western Illinois University senior Art major Andrea Kliffmiller, of Rushville, IL, will have her solo Bachelor of Fine Arts graduation exhibition, "Bound," on display Tuesday, April 20-Friday, April 30 at the University Art Gallery. Read more.

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Senior Group Exhibition Opens April 20 in WIU Art Gallery

April 16, 2021

Western Illinois University senior Art and Design majors will have a group exhibition on display Tuesday, April 20-Friday, April 30, at the Western Illinois University Art Gallery. Read more.

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WIU's Archaeological Field School to Continue Summer Work

April 16, 2021

Western Illinois University’s (WIU) Archaeological Field School will resume excavations at the Orendorf prehistoric archaeological site in Fulton County. Read more.

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Broadcasting and Journalism Wins Five Awards at State Competition

April 16, 2021

As award season continues, the Western Illinois University Department of Broadcasting and Journalism won five awards at the annual Illinois News Broadcasters Association (INBA) April 10. Read more.

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Last updated: Thursday 22nd of April 2021 11:17:10 AM


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Spring Semester Calendar

  • January 18, Mon. -- Dr. Martin Luther King Day -- No Classes/University Closed
  • January 19, Tues. -- Classes Begin
  • January 25, Mon. -- Open Registration Ends  (SP 2021)
  • January 26 - February 1, Tues.-Mon. -- Restricted Registration  (SP 2021)
  • February 12, Fri. -- Lincoln's Birthday -- No Classes/University Closed
  • February 15, Mon. -- Classes Resume
  • March 10, Wed. -- No Classes
  • March 11, Thurs. -- Classes Resume
  • March 15, Mon. -- Advanced Registration Begins  (SU/FL 2021)
  • March 26, Fri. -- Advanced Registration Ends  (SU/FL 2021)
  • March 29, Mon. -- Open Registration Begins  (SU/FL 2021)
  • April 4, Sun. -- Last Day to Drop Classes or Withdraw from the University
  • April 13, Tues. -- No Classes
  • April 14, Wed. -- Classes Resume
  • May 3-7 Mon.-Fri. -- Final Exam Week
  • May 14-16, Fri.-Sun. -- Commencement Celebration

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