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Eta Epsilon Chapter Activities
We are very proud of how active our chapter is and we have been recognized for our efforts with several awards! Our chapter was awarded the Outstanding Regional Chapter Award after only one year of establishing the Eta Epsilon Chapter. Read the article.
More recently, we were recognized at the Phi Beta Delta annual conference for winning the annual award for the Midwest Region and the Eileen Evans Overall Outstanding Chapter Award, named after the former Executive Director of Phi Beta Delta (2004). The Eileen Evans Outstanding Chapter Award is given each year to the chapter that has most notably demonstrated qualities such as growth and development, expanded outreach within and beyond the academic community, and service to Phi Beta Delta.
Check out our Facebook page for more pictures of our recent activities.
Fall Fun Fest - October 4, 2024 - Horn Lodge Campus
The annual Fall Fun Fest was held at Horn Lodge to immerse WIU international students in the fall activities of autumn campfires and pumpkin carving. About 40 individuals participated in roasting wieners and marshmallows as well as carving Jack-o-lanterns, all provided by PBD. Free transportation was provided by the Center for Global Studies.
American Culture Night - September 3, 2024 - Malpass Library Garden Room
New international students gathered to learn more about American culture to help ease their adjustment to studying in the United States. Dave Behymer and Jack McKinnon presented material to the students and other members assisted with questions and additional information, as well as providing drinks and snacks!
Macomb High School Presentation - March 25, 2024
On March 25, 2024, Phi Beta Delta member Guada Cabedo-Timmons and two WIU students, Gabriel Galindo and Maria Rybka, met with 35 Macomb High School students and gave excellent presentations on Hispanic Culture, accompanied with delicious food samples provided by Guada. Tonya Hamer, a Spanish teacher at MHS, and Scott Sullivan, Principal, deserve our thanks for allowing us to meet with the students. It went extremely well with lots of questions from the students and they were, indeed, quite interested in the presentations. We mentioned that we would like to expand the event in future years and the students and three teachers present seemed very interested in working with us on doing so; perhaps something as was done years ago when we had students representing four or five different types of cultures and the event covered several hours.
Spring 2024 American Culture Night - January 18, 2024 - Malpass Library Garden Room
Despite below freezing temps and snowfall, we had a great crowd and interested participants. Culture Night is held in both the Fall and Spring semesters.
Taste of India Scholarship Dinner - November 4, 2023 - Campus Students for Christ
To raise money for scholarships for international education, this event featured Indian cuisine prepared by Phi Beta Delta members David Behymer and Jack McKinnon, ably assisted by many of WIU's Indian students. The students also presented cultural information and entertainment from India. A silent auction of international items was held as well. Almost $1,000 was raised for scholarships.
Fall Fun Fest - October 21, 2023 - Horn Lodge Campus
To help international students learn about fall activities, we had our second annual Fall Fun Fest at Horn Lodge. Students had a bonfire wiener roast and carved Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween which they took with them to decorate their homes. There was also a walk on a trail through the Horn Lodge woods. We greatly appreciate the transportation provided by the Global Studies Office.
Taste of Spain Scholarship Dinner - November 5, 2022, 6:00 PM - Campus Students for Christ
This event featured authentic Spanish cuisine (prepared by Phi Beta Delta member Guada Cabedo-Timmons and Spanish students volunteers) entertainment, and a silent auction.
Our chapter raised over $800 which will support two international education scholarships.
Taste of India Scholarship Dinner - November 3, 2018, 6:00 pm, Campus Students for Christ 
This event featured authentic Indian cuisine (prepared by Phi Beta Delta members and Indian students volunteers) entertainment, and a silent auction.
Our chapter raised over $800 which will support two international education scholarships.
International Day at Macomb Junior/Senior High School - November 13 and 15, 2017
Every year, members of the Eta Epsilon Chapter along with staff, faculty and student volunteers present to 7th and 8th graders at the local junior high school.
Countries represented this year included:
Myanmar, Saudi Arabia, Jamaica, Zimbabwe, India, China, Malaysia, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
Taste of India - International Scholarship Fundraiser - November 3, 2017- 6:00 pm, Campus Students for Christ House
This event featured authentic Indian cuisine (prepared by Phi Beta Delta members and Indian students volunteers) entertainment, and a silent auction.
Our chapter raised over $1000 which will support two international education scholarships.
International Bazaar - March 4, 2017
Members of the Eta Epsilon chapter promoted Phi Beta Delta at the 44th International Bazaar. We made and sold out of Brazilian chocolate balls and sold authentic international items at the International Marketplace. All of the money from the marketplace will go toward our International Student and Study Abroad Scholarships.
A Taste of India - International Scholarship Fundraiser (November 12, 2016) - 6:30 pm, Campus Students for Christ House
All proceeds from this event funded our International Student and Study Abroad Scholarships.
Helping Haiti - November, 11th and 14th from 10 am - 3 pm, University Union Concourse
All proceeds will be given to UNICEF. Checks can be made out to Phi Beta Delta and sent to Memorial Hall 347.
International Day at Macomb Junior/Senior High School - April 7-8, 2015
Every year, members of the Eta Epsilon Chapter along with staff, faculty and student volunteers present to 7th and 8th graders at the local junior high school. Countries represented this year included Spain, Cameroon, Myanmar, Poland, Malaysia, Ireland, France, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal and Turkey.
E-waste: What is the Problem? - Monday, March 28th, 3:00 pm, Stipes 121
The Eta Epsilon chapter hosted a panel presentation and discussion on global impact, environmental impact, health concerns, WIU e-Waste management, buying responsibly, and policy.
International Day at Macomb Junior High School - April 2015
Every year, members of the Eta Epsilon Chapter along with staff, faculty and student volunteers present to 7th and 8th graders at the local junior high school. Volunteers present on a specific country and share information about the country's culture.
International Scholarship Fundraiser - Asian Cuisine - November 15, 2014
The event featured an authentic Asian meal (prepared and served by PBD members, Spanish club volunteers), a silent auction, music played by an international student alum and tinikling. Our chapter raised over $1,000 that will go toward scholarships supporting international education.
International Day at Macomb Junior/Senior High School - April 3-4, 2014
Every year, members of the Eta Epsilon Chapter along with staff, faculty and student volunteers present to 7th and 8th graders at the local junior high school. Volunteers present on a specific country and share information about the country's culture.
International Scholarship Fundraiser - European Cuisine, November 9, 2013 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Macomb's American Legion Hall
The event featured an authentic European meal (prepared and served by PBD members, WAVE volunteers and Sociology student volunteers), a silent auction, a ballet performance and a music performance. Our chapter raised over $1,100 that will go toward scholarships supporting international education.
Going Global with Phi Beta Delta
Each semester, Phi Beta Delta sponsors presentations/panel discussions that are international in nature.
International Day at Macomb Junior/Senior High School April 2013
Every year, members of the Eta Epsilon Chapter along with staff, faculty and student volunteers present to 7th and 8th graders at the local junior high school. Volunteers present on a specific country and share information about the country's culture.
International Scholarship Fundraiser - Mediterranean Dinner, November 3, 2012 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Macomb's American Legion Hall
The event featured an authentic Mediterranean meal (prepared and served by PBD members), live music, a silent auction, and fun for the whole family. Our chapter raised over $1,300 that will go toward scholarships supporting international education. A second international scholarship fundraiser is scheduled for November 2013.
Explore the World: International Opportunities, Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Faculty, students and staff were invited to attend "Explore the World: International Opportunities" to learn about numerous opportunities abroad. The poster session included tables representing Study Abroad, Peace Corps, Rotary, Fulbright, Faculty Opportunities, Teaching Abroad, and Other Opportunities.
Phi Beta Delta Presents: Western Community, Global Opportunities
This program is a series of 15-minute episodes, each highlighting someone or something with an international focus on the campus or in the community. The episodes will be broadcast regularly on WIU's TV channel (channel 3).
Previous episodes include:
- WIU Through the Eyes of International Students
- Taking Shakespeare to China
- Study Tour, Mexico
- Impact of the Peace Corps Experience
- Promoting World Peace through Int. Education
- 30 Years of Internationalization at Wiu
- Internationalization of the LEJA Program
- Phases of Independence for a Saudi Woman in the USA
- WISE Spain
- International Education and Western Illinois University: Where are we are where are we going
- Returned Students Share the Benefits of Studying Abroad
- The U.S. Presidential Election: Views from Abroad
- WIU Recruitment Overseas: A Global Endeavor
- Western Women: Brought Together by Opportunity
- The Role of Languages in Internationalization
- Serving the Needs of WESL's International Students
- Rotaract: Rotary in Action
- Foreign Language Study Abroad Opportunities
- Peace Corps Week
- Study Abroad Aboard: Introduction to the Cruise Industry
- Insights into Cuba
- An American Visit to Romania
- Campus Internationalization: Why It Is Important for Everyone
- Costa Rica: Study Abroad
- Teaching and Exploring in Myanmar
- Undocumented Students and Allies Coalition
- International Neighbors Program
- The International String Quartet Program
- Paraguay is Calling
- You in Peru
- Inclusivity in Sports and Social Cultures
- USA and Russia
- Oh the Places You'll Go
- Things Americans Don't Know about Immigration
- WELD Atlantis Program
- Water Conservation Awareness
- Communities as Agents of Change: Leveraging Federal Grants to Internationalize WIU
- Faculty Exchange and International Guest Scholars
- Choosing The Right Study Abroad Program For You
- My Australian Adventure
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