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Wanda Lindquist in a quantum lab

Illinois Wesleyan to Launch First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Quantum Science and Engineering Program

May 14, 2026 | By Tori Joseph

Illinois Wesleyan University has announced the creation of the Fisher Center for Interdisciplinary Quantum Science & Engineering, a first-of-its-kind undergraduate program that brings together multiple areas of study to better prepare students for...

Annabelle Kwarten and Ashley Oiler

Kwarten ‘28, Oiler ‘29 Receive Beckman Research Scholarships

May 5, 2026 | By Jeffery Woodard '28

Annabelle Kwarten ‘28 and Ashley Oiler ‘29 have been chosen to receive undergraduate research fellowships through the Beckman Scholars Program.

Students at IWU commencement

Illinois Wesleyan Celebrates Class of 2026 Commencement

May 4, 2026 | By Ann Aubry

Illinois Wesleyan University graduates of the Class of 2026 were honored in a Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 3, in the Shirk Center.

2026 Eckley Scholars

Five Students Named Summer 2026 Eckley Scholars

April 28, 2026 | By Chris Francis '13

Five Illinois Wesleyan University students have been granted fellowships as part of the 2026 Eckley Summer Scholars and Artists Endowment.

Michael Limacher with President Sheahon Zenger

Limacher Honored with Starkey Service Award

April 27, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

A devoted member of Illinois Wesleyan’s staff, Michael Limacher, was honored with the University's 2026 Max L. Starkey Service Award on April 23.

Ben Hage

Innovate Springfield's Ben Hage Named Director of Illinois Wesleyan Petrick Idea Center

April 24, 2026 | By Ann Aubry

Following a national search, Ben Hage has been named director of The Petrick Idea Center at Illinois Wesleyan University, effective June 1.

For a Better Tomorrow presents President Zenger with scholarship funds

STEAM Olympics Raises $7,500 for IWU Scholarships

April 23, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

In partnership with For A Better Tomorrow, the third annual STEAM Olympics hosted on IWU's campus raised $7,500 for needs-based scholarships.

Headshot of Colleen Kannaday.

Kannaday to Give Keynote Address at Illinois Wesleyan Commencement

April 22, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

Recently retired healthcare executive and Illinois Wesleyan University trustee Colleen L. Kannaday will deliver the University’s Commencement address on Sunday, May 3.

Brandi Reissenweber

Reissenweber Named 2027 Kemp Award Winner

April 16, 2026 | By Chris Francis '13

Professor of English Brandi Reissenweber was awarded the highest teaching honor at Illinois Wesleyan University on April 15 as the 2027 recipient of the Kemp Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence.

Students making calls during All In

Illinois Wesleyan Titans Make History with Record-Breaking $3.6 Million Day of Giving

April 16, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

A record-breaking $3,661,361 was raised from thousands of Titan supporters to benefit Illinois Wesleyan University during All In for Wesleyan on Tuesday.