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Public Invited to Attend IWU Summer Concert Series
A summer concert series featuring Illinois Wesleyan University musicians and guest artists is free and open to the public through the month of July.
Kujath ‘97 Recognized as Fellow for ‘Dedication to Continuous Learning’
In recognition of her commitment to healthcare excellence and nursing education, Illinois Wesleyan’s Director of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences Amber Kujath '97 was named a fellow of the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses.
Partnership with Longy School of Music Creates Opportunity for Music Ed Students
Aspiring music teachers studying at Illinois Wesleyan University now have the opportunity to earn an accelerated master’s degree after graduation through a new IWU partnership with Longy School of Music of Bard College.
Joseph Kline Interim Dean Over Schools of Art, Music, Theatre
A theatre artist with experience in academic arts administration, Joseph “Jay” Kline, has been selected to serve as interim dean of fine and performing arts at Illinois Wesleyan University.
Archivist to Recognize Local, University Impact Made by Funk Family at Celebration
To honor the 200-year impact of the Funk family in McLean County — including the establishment of Illinois Wesleyan University — University Archivist & Special Collections Librarian Liz Bloodworth will speak on a panel during a celebration at...
Three New Majors Among Program Updates for 2024-25
Three new programs will be offered to Illinois Wesleyan University students beginning in the fall of 2024, in addition to new certificates.
Board of Trustees Honors Service of President Nugent, Bids Farewell
President S. Georgia Nugent was recognized for her resolute leadership by the Illinois Wesleyan University Board of Trustees as she concludes her tenure as the University’s 20th president.
Illinois Wesleyan Announces Spring 2024 Dean’s List
Illinois Wesleyan University’s Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2023-24 academic year consisted of 760 students from 29 states and 29 countries.
Hovde '24 Earns Technos Award for Peacebuilding Passion
Through her passion for human rights and dedication to peacebuilding, Zoe Hovde '24 was named the 2024 Technos International Prize winner as a senior at Illinois Wesleyan.
Das '26, Satheeshreddy '26 Named Inaugural Beckman Scholars
The first pair of Illinois Wesleyan University students have been selected to complete long-term research through the Beckman Scholars Program.