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A signing for the 2026 Col. Rock IV Calendar will be held at the University Union Bookstore on Dec. 10.
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Col. Rock IV 'Ray' to Hold Calendar Signing on Dec. 10

December 4, 2025

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MACOMB, IL - - The Western Illinois University Bookstore will host a Col. Rock IV Calendar signing for the 2026 edition from 11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10 in the University Union Bookstore.

Students, faculty and staff can stop by the bookstore before leaving for winter break in support of WIU's live mascot, Col. Rock IV, "Ray." Calendars will be available for $5.50 during the event. Individuals who purchase a calendar during the event will get a special Col. Rock IV paw print signature on it.

The 2026 edition was designed and produced by Marketing and Design Associate Caren Bordowitz and WIU Photography and Design Production photographers Rachel Keating and Sarah Ritter. Funding for the project was made possible with the support from University Marketing and Communications, the WIU Foundation, the WIU Live Mascot Program and mascot handler, Joe Roselieb.

"We are excited to unveil the calendar each year as it allows us to not only highlight our beloved mascot, but showcase a variety of different locations, events and activities that happen both on campus and in our communities," Roselieb said. "This initiative serves as the Live Mascot Program's annual fundraiser that provides us with funding to assist with the many events, programs and activities we participate in throughout the year."

To order online, visit wiu.edu/bookstore.

For more information on Col. Rock IV, "Ray" or to make a donation, visit wiu.edu/livemascot.

Posted By: University Communications (U-Communications@wiu.edu)
Office of University Communications & Marketing