Campus News

IWU Students Who Study Abroad Continue Global Pursuits after Graduation Half of Illinois Wesleyan students study abroad, and many are inspired to continue living, studying and working overseas.

Undergraduate Research Shines at John Wesley Powell Conference A record number of students showcased scholarly and creative work, reflecting the key roles of research and student-faculty collaboration at Illinois Wesleyan.

Titans Clinch 24th Conference Title Illinois Wesleyan's baseball team won the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin regular season title and will host the 2013 CCIW Tournament on May 9-11.

Four Named to Endowed Professorships Four faculty members have been appointed to endowed professorships: Tian-Xiao He, Ram Mohan, William Munro and Michael B. Young.

Employees Honored for Years of Service Illinois Wesleyan honored employees who are retiring and those celebrating milestone anniversaries.

Upcoming

Monday, April 29

Final Examinations continue through Tuesday, April 30.

• 12 p.m., Davidson Room, Memorial Center -- Faculty Non-Org -- Mental Health Counselor Bob Rogers and Associate Dean of Student Affairs Darcy Greder will discuss the Core Alcohol and Drug Survey and the culture surrounding alcohol use at Illinois Wesleyan.


Tuesday, April 30

• 12 a.m., The Ames Library (entry level) -- Paper and Book Art Exhibit -- An exhibit by Chicago artist Don Widmer will be on display through May 31.

Wednesday, May 1

• 10 a.m.  -- Senior Volunteer Day -- Seniors, who started their time at IWU with volunteer activities through Turning Titan: New Student Orientation, will have the opportunity to mark their next transition with a final day of service before graduation.

• 5:30 p.m., Eckley Quadrangle -- Senior Picnic -- The Class of 2013 will enjoy dinner on the Quad as part of Senior Week activities.


Friday, May 3

• 7:30 p.m., Hansen Student Center -- Hypnotist Frederick Winters will entertain.


Saturday, May 4

• 8 p.m., Young Main Lounge and Joslin Atrium, Memorial Center -- Senior Night of Talent -- Students, friends, family, faculty and staff are invited to join together for a night of informal entertainment from the graduating class. Refreshments will be served.


Sunday, May 5

• 1 p.m., Kemp Commencement Plaza (rain location: Shirk Center) -- Commencement 2013 -- Juan Salgado, class of 1991 alumnus and president and CEO of Instituto del Progreso Latino, will give the address at the Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2013.


Find more events on the Campus Calendar.

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