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Illinois Wesleyan University to Celebrate Homecoming

September 25, 2026 | By Olivia Jacobs

Illinois Wesleyan University will continue to build momentum during the 2026 homecoming celebration Oct. 2-4.

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Curiosity, Connection, and Choices at the Forefront of Leadership for Whataburger President and CEO Debbie Stroud

September 24, 2026 | By Olivia Jacobs

Debbie Stroud ‘90, Whataburger president and CEO, brought her leadership insights to Illinois Wesleyan University’s campus during the second annual Kinder Brothers Distinguished Business Speaker Series.

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Ames Legacy Fulfilled on Illinois Wesleyan Campus

September 22, 2026 | By Ann Aubry

The largest single gift in Illinois Wesleyan history — $25 million made possible by the Ames family — was recently fulfilled with the dedication of the Ames on Main/Munsell-Ferguson residence hall complex.

Debbie Stroud

Illinois Wesleyan to Welcome Whataburger CEO and IWU Alumna Debbie Stroud ‘90 for Distinguished Speaker Series

September 16, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

Illinois Wesleyan University will welcome Whataburger President and CEO and IWU alumna Debbie Stroud ‘90 to campus on Wednesday, Sept. 23 for the second annual Kinder Brothers Distinguished Business Speaker Series.

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Paid Summer Research Opens Opportunities for IWU Physics Students

September 16, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

This summer, six physics students participated in paid, on-campus summer research internships supported through Illinois Wesleyan alumni donations and university funding. Their projects spanned a broad range of physics, from semiconductor research...

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May Term Travel Courses Allow Students to Learn Around the World

September 16, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

During May Term, faculty-led travel courses give Illinois Wesleyan University students the opportunity to spend several weeks immersed in a subject. Open to students across majors, the courses combine academic work with cultural experiences and encourage...

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Alumni Award Winners to Be Honored at Homecoming

September 8, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

Illinois Wesleyan will recognize Alumni Award winners as part of 2026 Homecoming festivities. Winners of the Distinguished Alumni Award, Loyalty Award, and Outstanding Young Alumni Award will be honored during The President's Celebration Banquet...

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Illinois Wesleyan University Celebrates Grand Opening of Petrick Idea Center

September 3, 2026 | By Emily Bollinger

Illinois Wesleyan University celebrated the grand opening of the Petrick Idea Center on Wednesday, Sept. 2, unveiling a new facility designed to help students across disciplines turn their ideas into reality.

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Senator Durbin Holds Round Table With Illinois Wesleyan Nursing Students, Faculty

September 2, 2026 | By Ann Aubry

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin joined students and faculty at Illinois Wesleyan University's School of Nursing and Health Sciences on Tuesday, Sept. 1, for a roundtable discussion on the importance of health care work.

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Total Enrollment Sets 10-year High at Illinois Wesleyan

August 26, 2026 | By Ann Aubry

Total student enrollment at Illinois Wesleyan University is at its highest in the past decade as the fall semester gets under way this week.