Tag: WIU
U.S. News names WIU a 2024 Best Midwest Regional University
Western Illinois University was recognized this month as a "Best Regional University in the Midwest" in 2024 by U.S. News and World Report.
It was...
WIU will participate in GivingTuesday
Western Illinois University (WIU) will take part in GivingTuesday on Nov. 28, a global movement that encourages philanthropy and generosity to support meaningful causes.
In...
Grant to address teacher shortages in high-needs districts
Western Illinois University, in partnership with Black Hawk College and local school districts, received a $1.4 million National Science Foundation grant to address teacher...
‘Power of Place’ conference is set
The Western Illinois University Museum Studies program, together with the Figge Art Museum and the Putnam Museum, will host the 2023 Iowa Museum Association...
WIU grows Learning Assistant Program
Western Illinois University will expand its Learning Assistant Program (LAP) this fall.
The university introduced the LAP peer-based initiative in 2017, according to a news...
WIU, Figge and Putnam host museum conference
The Quad Cities will play host to the Iowa Museum Association’s 2023 Conference from Sunday through Tuesday, Oct. 1-3, beginning with a kickoff event...
WIU VP/alumnus receives military support award
Western Illinois University alumnus and Interim Vice President for Student Success John Smith has been named one of 15 recipients of the 2022 Secretary...
WIU to offer 24 education scholarships
Beginning in the fall, Western Illinois University will offer full scholarships to 24 teacher education students in the STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering and...
WIU gets ‘Military Friendly Status’ for 14th year
Due to Western Illinois University's support of veterans and active service personnel, the university has been recognized for 14 years running as a "Military...