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September 11, 2025

WIU School of Ag to Host 30th Annual Ag Career Fair Oct. 1

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture will host the 30th Annual Agricultural Career Fair from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.1 in the University Union Grand Ballroom.

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September 9, 2025

Save The Date - Quad Cities Career Expo Sept. 23

Save the date for the Quad Cities Career Expo on Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Bend Event Center in East Moline.

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August 28, 2025

WIU Faculty Eligible for Cybersecurity Certification Vouchers

All Western Illinois University faculty members are now eligible to receive certification resources through a new partnership between the WIU Cybersecurity Program and the International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (EC-Council).

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August 28, 2025

Just Hired: Annabelle Schaffnit

Meet Annabelle Schaffnit, a Spring 2025 Western Illinois University Agricultural business graduate, who has been hired by the Adams County branch of the Illinois Farm Bureau in Quincy.

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August 26, 2025

Baker Honored with Honorary American FFA Degree

Western Illinois University Professor Emeritus Andy Baker was honored with the honorary American Future Farmers of America (FFA) Degree, a national award given to individuals or organizations for exceptional services to agricultural education or the FFA.

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August 21, 2025

Just Hired: Cody Cornell

Meet Cody Cornell, a Western Illinois University Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduate student, who has been hired by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service.

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August 11, 2025

Bensman to Lead University Farm

Competition is nothing new to Adam Bensman. At an early age, the 2025 Western Illinois University School of Agriculture graduate developed a love for raising competitive livestock and now, as the new WIU farm manager, he plans to continue building the agriculture program into one of the best in the country.

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August 5, 2025

WIU Family Day BBQ Competition Set for September 13

The Western Illinois University Office of Student Engagement and the School of Agriculture are excited to host the seventh annual Family Day BBQ Competition & Tasting from 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13 in Q Lot, bringing together students, families, alumni and community members for a day full of food, fun and Leatherneck pride.

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July 31, 2025

2025 Organic Field Day Set For Aug. 12

"Taking Organic Agriculture to the Next Level" is the theme of Western Illinois University’s 2025 Allison Organic Research and Demonstration Farm field day. The event will start at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 in the Dakin Farm shop with presentations, followed by a complimentary lunch at noon featuring local farm products. The field day will conclude with a tour of the research and demonstration plots starting at 1:15 p.m. at the Allison Farm.

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July 18, 2025

Just Hired: Mackenzie Kolodziejski

Meet Mackenzie Kolodziejski, a Western Illinois University Agriculture Education graduate, who has been hired by the Louisa-Muscatine Community School District.

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July 16, 2025

Summer Camp Students Test Skills in STEM Knowledge

The annual Western Illinois University Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Summer Camp wrapped up with an exciting competition on July 11.

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July 15, 2025

Harriger-Lin Named Interim Associate Dean, School of Accounting and Business Administration

Western Illinois University has named Jessica Harriger-Lin as the new interim associate dean of the College of Business and Technology (CBT), effective June 30, 2025.

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July 14, 2025

WIU SHRM Student Chapter Receives Superior Merit Award 2024-2025

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the trusted authority on all things work, workers and the workplace, awarded a 2024-2025 Superior Merit award designation to the Western Illinois University SHRM student chapter for providing superior growth and development opportunities to its student members.

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July 14, 2025

Gray Named School of Accounting & Business Administration Interim Director

Western Illinois University is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Gray as the Interim Director, School of Accounting & Business Administration, effective June 30, 2025.

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July 9, 2025

Alum Earns Recognition for her Work Representing Families

Western Illinois University alumna Melissa Schopfer (Crowe) was awarded the 2025 Women of Plaintiffs Asbestos Litigation Seminar (PALS) Award for her work as a representative for mesothelioma patients and families.

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July 7, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Jessica Mock

Alumna Jessica Mock sees Western Illinois University as a transformative place—one that inspired her to grow and push beyond her comfort zone.

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July 3, 2025

Just Hired: Clause Akrong-Nartey

Meet Clause Akrong-Nartey, a Western Illinois University Accountancy graduate, who has been hired by Cummins Inc., a company that specializes in diesel and alternative fuel engines and generators.

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June 27, 2025

Trennepohl Named Interim Director for the School of Agriculture

Keela Trennepohl has been named the Western Illinois University Interim Director of the School of Agriculture.

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June 25, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Melissa Worley

Alumna Melissa Worley describes Western Illinois University as the place that shaped her future and prepared her to succeed in her professional career.

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June 13, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Eve Nottrott

Alumna Eve Nottrott reflects fondly on her time at Western Illinois University—an experience of connection, growth and belonging.

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June 6, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Md Raisul Islam

Alumnus Md Raisul Islam views Western Illinois University as a school that fosters both academic and personal growth and is home to an inspiring and diverse community.

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June 2, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Therese Cagle

Alumna Therese Cagle sees Western Illinois University as a place of opportunity, engagement and collaboration.

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May 28, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Jackson Dooley

Jackson Dooley, recent human resource management graduate, describes Western Illinois University as an institution with dedicated and passionate faculty who are ready to support students.

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May 19, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Swarnaprava Mishra

For alumna Swarnaprava Mishra, Western Illinois University is characterized by a quality education and a welcoming and supportive community that makes you feel at home.

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May 15, 2025

Just Hired: Charishma Chand Thurimella

Meet Charishma Chand Thurimella, a Western Illinois University Applied Statistics and Decision Analytics graduate, who has been hired by Bank of America as a data scientist and cognitive linguist AI.

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May 12, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Jumpei Ohashi

When Jumpei Ohashi came to Western Illinois University, he found more than just a school—he found a family.

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May 9, 2025

WIU School of Agriculture Hosting Pennycress Field Day May 22

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture will host its fifth annual Integrated Pennycress Research Enabling Farm & Energy Resilience (IPREFER) Pennycress Field Day from 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, May 22 at the Agriculture Field Laboratory on Tower Road in Macomb.

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May 8, 2025

School of Ag Earns Support Through Legacy Sale

Western Illinois University’s School of Agriculture earned $148,700 through its 2025 Legacy Sale on April 22.

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May 1, 2025

Just Hired: Akhila Gampa

Meet Akhila Gampa, a Western Illinois University Applied Statistics and Decision Analytics graduate, who has been hired by the University of Illinois Foundation (UIF), an independent nonprofit membership corporation.

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April 28, 2025

WIU Cybersecurity Program Puts an Eye to the Future in Virtual Event

The Western Illinois University Cybersecurity Center will have two external Advisory Board Members, Erik Hart and Shirene Garner, host a virtual open session to discuss the future of the industry at 11:40 a.m., Thursday, May 1.

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April 25, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Gerry Salzman

Gerry Salzman, a 1971 agricultural economics graduate, fondly remembers the education he received at Western Illinois University and the dedication of the faculty who guided his path.

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April 23, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Andrew Roman

For alumnus Andrew Roman, Western Illinois University is characterized by exceptional education and a dedicated and supportive faculty.

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April 22, 2025

WIU SHRM Students Attend SHRM Student Summit

Western Illinois University’s Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) student chapter attended the SHRM Student Summit hosted by the Iowa SHRM State Council Saturday, April 5 at the University of Northern Iowa.

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April 21, 2025

Leatherneck Legacy Sale Takes Place Tuesday

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture is holding its 2025 Leatherneck Legacy Online Sale from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 22.

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April 16, 2025

WIU Alum Named CEO of Caterpillar

Western Illinois University proudly celebrates alumnus Joe Creed after he was named Caterpillar’s next CEO.

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April 9, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Kurt Rahe

For alumnus Kurt Rahe, Western Illinois University is more than a school—it is a place where faculty and staff support and guide students to become successful and excel in life.

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April 4, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Janee' Fowler

Alumna Janee' Fowler describes Western Illinois University as a place of endless opportunities. For her, WIU is characterized by the quality of education and the faculty's commitment to student success.

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March 27, 2025

Agriculture Around the World Webinar on April 11

Curious about how food is grown in different parts of the world? Interested in sustainability, conservation or global career opportunities? Join the Western Illinois University Department of Agriculture for the Agriculture Around the World Webinar from 11 a.m.-noon, Friday, April 11.

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March 26, 2025

Agriculture Students Represent WIU at National PAS Conference

Western Illinois University Agriculture students Elleanor Robinson and Adam Vail participated in the 2025 National Professional Agricultural Student Organization (PAS) Conference held on March 17-20, in Sheridan, WY.

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March 19, 2025

Pittman Named March EOM

Western Illinois University employee Jay Pittman, assistant agricultural research technician, has been named the March 2025 Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month.

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March 18, 2025

WIU Ag Hosts Successful Bull Test Sale

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture successfully hosted the 53rd Annual Bull Test Sale on March 7 at the WIU Livestock Center. The evening showcased high-quality bulls, including Angus, Simmental, Percentage Simmental and Red Angus, along with WIU replacement heifers and bred cows, all contributing to a strong and well-attended sale with over 60 registered bidders and over 150 people in attendance.

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March 13, 2025

Just Hired: Holly Galvin

Meet Holly Galvin, a Western Illinois University Human Resource Management graduate, who accepted a position with Russell Construction, a company that provides construction and development services nationwide.

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March 12, 2025

WIU Awards 2025-2026 President’s Scholarship to Olivia Brodbeck

Western Illinois University (WIU) is proud to announce Olivia Brodbeck of Batchtown, IL, as a 2025–2026 recipient of the President’s Scholarship, awarded in conjunction with the AIM HIGH Western Commitment Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship provides full coverage of tuition, fees, a double residence hall room and a standard board plan for eight semesters.

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March 12, 2025

WIU to Host Third Annual ConNEXT Conference April 1

Approximately 40% of all United States jobs are supply chain-related. To help regional high school students explore these high-paying, in-demand careers, Western Illinois University and Eastern Iowa Community College will host the Supply Chain Management (SCM) ConNEXT Conference from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, on the WIU Quad Cities campus in Moline.

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March 10, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Lauren Hall

For alumna Lauren Hall, Western Illinois University is more than just a university; it's where she developed meaningful relationships and gained lifelong experiences.

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March 5, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Steve Hodges

For alumnus and navy veteran Steve Hodges, being a Leatherneck means striving to be the best despite challenging circumstances.

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February 27, 2025

Just Hired: Adelaide Harp

Meet Adelaide Harp, a Western Illinois University Agriculture Education graduate, who has recently accepted a position at Meridian Community Unit School District No. 15 in Macon.

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February 26, 2025

WIU Hosts Macomb High Students for Campus Visits and Wellness Event

Western Illinois University recently connected with Macomb High School students for multiple engagement opportunities, providing insight into academic programs, campus life and student wellness initiatives.

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February 26, 2025

125 Anniversary Celebration: Andy Baker

Andy Baker, director and professor of the School of Agriculture, describes WIU as a place of engagement and opportunities.

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February 19, 2025

WIU Ag Students Shine at Illinois Spring PAS Competition

Western Illinois University agriculture students recently showcased their skills and leadership at the Illinois Spring Postsecondary Agricultural Students (PAS) competition, bringing home multiple top placements and leadership honors.