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Weather Advisory: Macomb & QC

Due to forecasted winter weather conditions, a University advisory has been issued for Western Illinois University's Macomb and Quad Cities campuses, effective at 9 p.m. (Jan. 31) through 9 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1. At this time, both campuses will remain open and weekend classes will be held. Read more. (Posted January 31, 2015)

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Review Team Postponed: Date TBA

The HLC Review Team visit to WIU-QC campus scheduled for Feb. 2-3 has been postponed until a later date (TBD). Read more. (Posted January 31, 2015)

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Colonel Rock’s Bistro Now Open

Colonel Rock’s Bistro is open in the Western Illinois University Union for the spring semester. The buffet-style service is open Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m,. in the Lamoine Room. Read more. (Posted January 30, 2015)

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Smith Named Dean of Education and Human Services

Erskine Smith, interim dean of Western Illinois University's College of Education and Human Services (COEHS), after a review by his faculty and staff, has been appointed dean of the college effective immediately, according to WIU Provost Ken Hawkinson. His appointment is through June 30, 2016. Read more. (Posted January 29, 2015)

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WIU Career Development Center's New "Captain's Closet" Offers Free Professional Attire for Students

The Western Illinois University Career Development Center's office mascot, ''Captain Careers,'' poses with the professional attire available in The Captain's Closet; all attire is free to students.

Western Illinois University students who visit the Career Development Center (CDC) for career assistance can have their résumés reviewed or obtain help with job interview preparation. Now, students can also walk away with a set of professional clothes or a business suit for their employment-search needs. Read more. (Posted January 29, 2015)

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Siddiqi Selected as WIU 2015 Distinguished Faculty Lecturer; Lectures Set for March 30 in Macomb, April 8 at WIU-QC

The Western Illinois University 2015 Distinguished Faculty Lecturer, Mohammad Ahmadullah Siddiqi, will present ''Digitization and the Future of Media. In What Form Will Newspapers Survive?'' at 7 p.m. Monday, March 30 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall (Macomb) and at 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 at the WIU-QC Riverfront Campus, room 103-104 (Moline).

The Western Illinois University 2015 Distinguished Faculty Lecturer, Mohammad Ahmadullah Siddiqi, will present "Digitization and the Future of Media. In What Form Will Newspapers Survive?" at 7 p.m. Monday, March 30 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall (Macomb) and at 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 at the WIU-QC Riverfront Campus, room 103-104 (Moline). Read more. (Posted January 29, 2015)

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President's Reception Set for Local High School Juniors and Seniors

High school juniors and seniors from a 10-county area adjacent to Western Illinois University can experience Leatherneck pride first-hand at a reception with WIU President Jack Thomas, followed by a Leatherneck Men's basketball game, Feb. 18. Read more. (Posted January 29, 2015)

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WIU Professor Publishes Research About Unique Cardinal

Western Illinois University biological sciences Professor Brian Peer is receiving attention for his research and publication on a bilateral gynandromorph bird found in the wild. Read more. (Posted January 29, 2015)

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Yoder Named Chair of WIU Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration Dept.

Daniel Yoder has been named the chair of the Western Illinois University Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration (RPTA), effective January 1, 2015, according to College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) Dean Erskine Smith. Yoder has served as the interim chair since June 2013.

Daniel Yoder has been named the chair of the Western Illinois University Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration, effective January 1, 2015, according to College of Education and Human Services Dean Erskine Smith. Yoder has served as the interim chair since June 2013. Read more. (Posted January 28, 2015)

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French Conversation Hour Tuesdays in Morgan Hall

The Western Illinois University Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures will host a French Conversation Hour from 2-3 p.m. every Tuesday during the Spring 2015 semester in Morgan Hall, room 326. Read more. (Posted January 28, 2015)

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WIU International Bazaar is Feb. 28

The 42nd annual International Bazaar, hosted by the Casa Latina Cultural Center and the International Friendship Club at Western Illinois University, will be held Saturday, Feb. 28. Read more. (Posted January 28, 2015)

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WIU to Hold Mock Presidential Election Fall 2015; Initial Interest Meeting for Students Feb. 5

This coming fall, students, faculty and staff at Western Illinois University will embark on the third quadrennial Mock Presidential Election (MPE), ''The Road to the White House Starts at Western Illinois University.'' According to Centennial Honors College Director Rick Hardy, WIU's previous two mock election events (held in 2007 and 2011) were the largest and most elaborate mock presidential simulations in the nation.

This coming fall, students, faculty and staff at Western Illinois University will embark on the third quadrennial Mock Presidential Election (MPE), "The Road to the White House Starts at Western Illinois University." According to Centennial Honors College Director Rick Hardy, WIU's previous two mock election events were the largest and most elaborate mock presidential simulations in the nation. Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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January 2015 Budget Update: Letter from WIU President Jack Thomas [1/27/15]

January 2015 Budget Update: Letter from WIU President Jack Thomas Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society at WIU Seeks New Members

The Eta Epsilon Chapter of Phi Beta Delta at Western Illinois University is accepting applications for membership from qualified University faculty, students, alumni and community members until Friday, Feb. 20. Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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Joseph R. Withers Memorial Scholarship at WIU

Family and friends of the late Joseph R. Withers (1961-2013) of Peoria have established a scholarship in his honor at Western Illinois University. Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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Lappie Exhibition Open at the WIU Art Gallery

Installation view from the exhibition ''Joseph Lappie: Always Towards the Space and Moment.''

An exhibition by artist Joseph Lappie will be on view in the Western Illinois University Art Gallery through Saturday, March 7. Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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WIU To Host Knox College Speaker Friday

The Western Illinois University Department of Psychology and the Psychology of Substance Abuse Track will host Knox College Assistant Professor of psychology Andrew Hertel at 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 in Waggoner Hall, room 54. Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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WIU Speaks Out, Takes a Stand Against Sexual Assault and Violence

An example of just one of the ''mirror message'' clings that will be installed in WIU residence hall and non-residential building restrooms.

To combat sexual assault and other acts of sexual misconduct, Western Illinois University is taking a strong stand and speaking out. Read more. (Posted January 27, 2015)

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45th Annual WIU Ag Mech Farm Expo Feb. 7-8; Aggie Alumni Social Set for Feb. 7

For the past 44 years, people from all over the western Illinois region—as well as from across the state and beyond—have been coming to Western Illinois University in the winter to get a glimpse of emerging ag technology, tractors and machinery, livestock and crop equipment and supplies and much more. It was in 1970 the Ag Mech Club started what has become the largest student-run agriculture show in the U.S., the annual WIU Farm Expo—which many refer to as the ''Ag Mech Show.''

For the past 44 years, people from all over the western Illinois region—as well as from across the state and beyond—have been coming to Western Illinois University in the winter to get a glimpse of emerging ag technology, tractors and machinery, livestock and crop equipment and supplies and much more. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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Yong Tang Appointed Visiting Professor of SWUFE in China

Tang, right, receives his letter of appointment from the college's dean.

Western Illinois University journalism and media law Professor Yong Tang has been appointed a visiting/guest professor at Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE), a prominent university in China. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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WIU Department of Art Welcoming Visiting Artist

The Western Illinois University Department of Art and the ceramics program will host visiting artist Ian F. Thomas Wednesday-Friday Feb. 4-6. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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Vote for WIU: Stanley Safety Grant Competition Continues

It's time to rally, Leathernecks! Tweet #WIUEDU #STANLEYSecurity, text wiuedu to 334455 and vote online at stanleysaferschools.com and help Western Illinois University move back in to first place. As of this morning (Jan. 26), Western has moved to the #2 spot on the tier 2 leaderboard, after holding the #1 spot since voting opened one week ago. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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Spring Career and Internship Fair and WIU Grad Program Expo Feb. 3

The Western Illinois University Career Development Center will host its annual Spring and Internship Career Fair Tuesday, Feb. 3 in the University Union Grand Ballroom. A list of companies and organizations that will be represented at the fair is available at www.student.services.wiu.edu/careers/fair/companies.asp?fairID=29.

Western Illinois University students searching for employment and/or internship opportunities will want to attend the WIU Career Development Center's annual Spring Career and Internship Fair next week. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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Dupuis/Mukti Scholarship Applications

Applications are being accepted for the Western Illinois University 2015 Martin Dupuis/Mukti Fund Leadership Award in Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Communities. The $1,300 award recognizes a student who has provided leadership either for a GLBT group and/or in regards to GLBT issues. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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FOP Lodge No. 169 Fundraiser Underway

The annual fundraiser for Western Illinois University Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge No. 169 is underway. Donations collected will help the WIU FOP to supply bike helmets to McDonough County elementary school students, as well as to provide support for a host of local organizations and events. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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WIU Libraries' Annual Book Sale Feb. 2-5

Western Illinois University Libraries will host its annual book sale from 10 a.m-6 p.m. each day Monday-Thursday, Feb. 2-5. The sale will take place in the Leslie F. Malpass Library staff lounge, located on the first floor. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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Martin Awarded Centennial Honors Scholarship

Madison Martin

Western School District High School senior Madison Martin, of Hull, IL, has been selected for Western Illinois University's Centennial Honors Scholarship, which awards $10,000 per year to academically high-achieving students. Read more. (Posted January 26, 2015)

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Calhoun Named Director of University Technology at WIU-QC

Jeff Calhoun, Linux systems administrator at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, has been named director of University Technology (uTech) for the Western Illinois University-Quad Cities campus. Calhoun began his duties Jan. 20. Read more. (Posted January 23, 2015)

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Summer Camp Job Fair at WIU Set for Jan. 29

It's not too early to make plans for your summer job, and you'll have the opportunity to do just that next week at the Western Illinois University Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration's annual Summer Camp Job Fair. The fair is set for 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 in the University Union Grand Ballroom.

It's not too early to make plans for your summer job, and you'll have the opportunity to do just that at Western Illinois University's Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration's annual Summer Camp Job Fair next week. Read more. (Posted January 23, 2015)

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Fall 2014 Commencement Address

Fall 2014 Commencement Address Western Illinois University President Jack Thomas December 20, 2014 Read more. (Posted January 23, 2015)

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Walberg Awarded Centennial Honors Scholarship

Ottawa Township High School senior Jackson Walberg, of Ottawa, IL, has been selected for Western Illinois University's Centennial Honors Scholarship, which awards $10,000 per year to academically high-achieving students. Read more. (Posted January 23, 2015)

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Last updated: Sunday 1st of February 2015 07:52:03 PM


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Spring Semester Calendar

  • January 19, Mon. -- Dr. Martin Luther King Day -- No Classes/University Closed
  • January 20, Tues. -- Classes Begin
  • February 12, Thur. -- Lincoln's Birthday -- No Classes/University Closed
  • February 13, Fri. -- Classes Resume
  • March 16-20, Mon.-Fri. -- Spring Break -- No Classes
  • March 23, Mon. -- Classes Resume
  • May 11-15, Mon.-Fri. -- Final Exam Week
  • May 15, Fri. -- Graduate Commencement
  • May 16, Sat. -- Undergraduate Commencement
  • May 17, Sun. -- WIU-Quad Cities Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement

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