News Releases 2018
Eckley Scholar Examines Class Struggles in Ancient Rome
By examining the struggle to rise above one's station thousands of years ago in ancient Rome, Brent Baughan '19 hopes to better understand current socio-economic imbalances.
Alvis Wins Starkey Award
Jan Alvis has been named the 2018 recipient of the Max L. Starkey Award which is given to a staff member in recognition of loyalty, enthusiasm and outstanding contributions to the Illinois Wesleyan community.
Class of 2022 Welcomed at Convocation
IWU's Class of 2022 - the largest incoming class in at least five years and one of the most diverse in University history - received an official welcome during New Student Convocation.
Makerspace to Open at IWU this Fall
Whether working on a class project, creating handmade presents, or trying a new skill, Illinois Wesleyan students can get creative at the new Makerspace, set to open this fall.
Collaboration with Habitat for Humanity Enters 25th Year
Illinois Wesleyan's annual Mission Day, on Friday, Aug. 24, marked the 25th anniversary of the campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity.
McHugh '82 To Perform Parents Must Be Dead
Illinois Wesleyan theatre alum Christine McHugh '82 will perform a solo spoken memoir piece, Parents Must Be Dead, where she hopes to engage the audience in a meaningful dialogue about death and loss.
Rosetta Clay to Lead Office of Alumni Engagement
Rosetta Clay has been named assistant vice president of engagement at Illinois Wesleyan. Clay brings to the position over a decade of experience in alumni relations.
Student, Faculty and Alumni Bring Aid to Kenyan Health Clinic
An IWU student, faculty member and two alumni spent a week at the Lamu Center of Preventative Health in Kenya, where they provided free eye care to patients in need.
Camardella '03 Pilots Harvard Curriculum in the Classroom
Illinois Wesleyan alum John Camardella '03 is piloting an innovative approach to teaching high school religion courses as an education fellow for Harvard Divinity School.
Student Group Raises $1,300 to Support Local Nonprofit
IWU's Circle K International chapter raised $1,300 to support local nonprofit Prairie State Legal Services by organizing a trivia night.