October 23, 2023

News for and about the Illinois Wesleyan community

The Pantagraph

President Georgia Nugent reflected on her tenure at Illinois Wesleyan, her hopes for the future of the University and her personal plans after stepping down in July 2024. Also reported by WGLT Radio, WEEK TV and WMBD TV.

Shaw Local News Network

Pat Schou '74 announced her retirement as executive director of Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network in Princeton, Illinois, in summer 2024.

Due to illness, yoga will not take place on Monday, but will resume Thursday, Oct. 26 from 12:15-12:50 p.m. in the Shirk Center Niepagen South Classroom. 

"The goal of Yoga is not the goal. Becoming flexible or standing on your hands is not the goal. The goal is to create space where you were once stuck. To unveil layers of protection you've built around your heart. To appreciate your body and become aware of the mind and the noise it creates. To make peace with who you are. The goal is to love...well, you! Shift your focus and your heart will grow." - Rachel Brathen

In partnership with several University groups, the Dean of Students Office is hosting an event from 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, in Young Main Lounge, Memorial Center, titled "What Were You Wearing." The event will focus on sexual assault education, survivors and awareness, with local organizations providing resources and featured speakers. To learn more or to submit an anonymous story for the event display, visit this post on MyIWU.

Campus Weekly is an electronic newsletter from Illinois Wesleyan's Office of Communications, edited by Julia Perez, assistant director of communications. To submit items of interest, email [webedit@iwu.edu].