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Crosby to Lead Advancement and Alumni Relations for University

March 3, 2025

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MACOMB, IL - - As part of a strategic realignment, Director of Development for the College of Arts and Sciences Amy Crosby has been named Interim Executive Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations and Interim Executive Officer of the WIU Foundation, effective immediately. Crosby has served in her current role for seven years. Previously, the Division of Advancement, Alumni Relations and Athletics was led by Vice President Clare Thompson. Athletics will move to the Division of Student Success. Crosby will report directly to the President.

"I am excited to be able to lead the talented Advancement and Alumni Relations team for my alma mater, Western Illinois University," said Crosby. "Our alumni and donors know how wonderful WIU is and being able to cultivate those relationships for the next generation of Leathernecks is an exciting opportunity."

Thompson came to WIU in June of 2023 and has led record-setting giving days as well as strategic engagement with Western alumni across the country. Thompson will stay on until the end of March to ensure a smooth transition for both WIU alumni and the WIU Foundation, before departing to pursue other opportunities.

"Being part of the WIU story has been an incredible experience," Thompson said. "Combining my love of engaging people in the great things happening at Western, fundraising and athletics was extremely rewarding and impactful for me. It is difficult to step away, but I know this next phase in strategic alignment is the correct direction for Western Illinois University. WIU Advancement and Alumni Relations are in great hands with Amy and the rest of the team."

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