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Campus Weekly
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Feb. 12, 2018 |
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News for and about the Illinois Wesleyan community |
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Titan Athletics
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- Sophomore Amber Gauthier set a school record with her third place finish in the 3-meter diving competition at the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin diving championships at IWU's Fort Natatorium on Saturday, Feb. 10.
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In Sympathy |
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 Pat Rosenbaum, administrative specialist in the Dean of Students Office, died on Feb. 2. Pat long served as the anchor of the Student Affairs Division, and would have celebrated 18 years with us this summer. She firmly but gently worked with our students and was beloved by many. A celebration of her life was held Feb. 9 at Evelyn Chapel. Read her obituary.
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Nominate Deserving Titans |
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The IWU Alumni Association Nominating Committee needs your help compiling a list of alumni candidates for the Alumni Award categories below. Tell us about a Titan who has made a difference and deserves recognition.
Please nominate here before March 1, 2018!
Distinguished Alumnus/na Award
This award is presented annually to an alumnus/na who has made a distinguished contribution to society, has achieved professional distinction, or has demonstrated civic leadership.
Robert M. Montgomery Outstanding Young Alumnus/na Award
Named for a 1968 alumnus and former IWU Alumni Director, this award recognizes young alumni for outstanding professional achievement, civic leadership, or both. Nominees for this award should be 2001-2015 graduates.
Loyalty Award
This award recognizes alumni who have benefited Illinois Wesleyan either through service to the University, strong financial support, or both.
Winners will be announced at Homecoming (October 5-7, 2018). You can view previous award winners here. |
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Titans In The News
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| Chillicothe Times-Bulletin |
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Dave Kindred '63 won the PEN America ESPN Lifetime Achievement Award for Literary Sports Writing. |
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| The Pantagraph |
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The co-author of the best-seller “Hamilton: The Revolution,” will be the keynote speaker at Illinois Wesleyan University's Founders' Day Convocation on Feb. 21. |
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| The Pantagraph |
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Darcy L. Greder, associate dean of students and Title IX deputy coordinator, will participate in a panel discussion at Heartland Theatre Company's production of "For the Loyal," which is under artistic direction by Rhys Lovell '87. |
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| Inside Indiana Business |
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Carmel-based CNO Financial Group Inc. has promoted Carrie Jost '98 to vice president of communications. |
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| Crain's Chicago Business |
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Ryan J. Vaughan '08, director and leader of the Chicago tax practice for Mazars USA LLP, discussed implications of the new tax law for businesses and business owners. |
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| WGLT Radio |
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An exhibition of posters in the Merwin Gallery showcases the work of artists who are taking a stand for human rights by challenging gender inequality. |
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| Class Newsletter Highlight |
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We've made it easier to keep up with the latest news and photos from your classmates! When you visit your Class Newsletter, you can subscribe via email by submitting your address under "subscribe to my posts."
In recent posts, Tara Gracer ’13 is now the National Water Resource Database Administrator for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at the Natural Resource Program Center (NRPC) in Fort Collins, Colorado. | |
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Kudos |
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- Associate Professor and Chair of Sociology and Anthropology Meghan Burke was elected as the Illinois State Director for the Midwest Sociological Society.
- Kris Kaneta '00, senior vice president at TeleTracking, discussed the company's award-winning patient flow solutions.
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Alumni Events
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Chicago Blackhawks
Saturday, Feb. 17
Join us as we cheer on the Blackhawks! Pre-game party & ticket pick up 5-6:30 p.m. at Park Tavern. Puck drop at 7:30pm.
School of Theatre Arts Senior Showcase
Monday, Feb. 19
6:30 p.m.
The Illinois Wesleyan School of Theatre Arts invites you to the Senior Showcase at Stage 773 in Chicago. Please bring friends and colleagues who are directors, artistic directors, managing directors and casting directors to see our talented seniors!
Naples Connection
Sunday, Feb. 25
3-5 p.m.
Join fellow alumni, family, and friends for the Greater Naples Area Connection at Audubon Country Club.
Council for IWU Women Summit
Friday-Saturday, March 2-3
Join us for the Council for IWU Women 2018 Summit! The Summit is open to council women, alumnae, faculty, staff and students. Registration now open!
Career Immersion Excursion: New York City Student Alumni Networking
Tuesday, March 13
6-8 p.m.
Join fellow IWU alumni and current students for a special networking event at Papillon Bistro & Bar in New York City. |
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