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Glean Begins Duties as WIU's Director of International Affairs

August 20, 2020

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MACOMB, IL – Executive Director of International Affairs Randy Glean began his position at Western Illinois University Aug. 1.

Prior to coming to WIU, Glean was the director of operations and general manager for GoUSAdegree. He also previously served as director of International Services from 2006-19 and assistant professor of political science and international recruiter from 1997-06 at Midwestern State University (MSU) in Texas.

"I am delighted to be at Western in this calm, serene, environment that seems tailor made for international students," said Glean. "We plan to shore up our markets in Asia and Africa, offer and promote study abroad to non-traditional populations, and support cultural exhibitions and expressions among our student body. I look forward to helping our international students assimilate on campus and in the greater community."

Glean received his doctoral and master's degrees in political science from Washington University (St. Louis) and his bachelor's degree in mass communication from MSU.

For more information about The Office of Global Education and Outreach at WIU, visit wiu.edu/global_education.





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