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Physics Award

Physics Department Awarded for Improving Undergraduate Physics Education

January 27, 2023 | By Julia Perez

The Physics Department at Illinois Wesleyan University has earned an award from the American Physical Society (APS) for its excellence in improving the undergraduate experience for those studying physics.

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Richard Koenig '89 Highlights Value of Affordable Housing

January 23, 2023 | By Julia Perez

Affordable housing advocate Richard Koenig '89 explained how Illinois Wesleyan University allowed him to discover the power to create a place for others, during his address for 2023 Founders' Day Convocation on Jan. 18.

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Ama Oforiwaa Aduonum to Perform 'Walking with My Ancestors'

January 23, 2023 | By Julia Perez

Performative artist Ama Oforiwaa Aduonum will share the history,  heartache and determination of her enslaved African ancestors during a visit to Illinois Wesleyan University on Thursday, Jan. 26.

Spring Gallery Exhibits

Digital Storybooks, Wood Sculptures on Display at IWU Galleries

January 21, 2023 | By Julia Perez

Creative works featuring interactive storytelling and an artist's relationship with wood carving will be featured in Illinois Wesleyan University’s Merwin and Wakeley Galleries Jan. 23 - March 1.

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Students Break Record for Earnings in Entrepreneurship Class

January 20, 2023 | By Julia Perez

A group of Illinois Wesleyan University students have achieved a new record by earning more than $15,000 in revenue from a business created through a class project in one semester.

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Affordable Housing Advocate to Give Founders' Day Address

January 12, 2023 | By Julia Perez

An Illinois Wesleyan University alumnus with experience designing and implementing affordable housing programs in the Chicago area will deliver the keynote address during the 2023 Founders’ Day Convocation.

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IWU to Celebrate Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with Speakers, Events

January 11, 2023 | By Julia Perez

Illinois Wesleyan University will honor the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events beginning Monday, Jan. 16.

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Munsell and Ferguson Residence Halls to Receive Major Renovations

January 9, 2023 | By Julia Perez

With generous support from alumni donors, the Illinois Wesleyan University Board of Trustees has approved major renovations to Munsell and Ferguson Halls.

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Newly Discovered Lizard Named for IWU Titans by Edgar Lehr

January 6, 2023 | By Julia Perez

The newest member of the Titan community has orange eyes and lives in the remote mountainsides of Peru.