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Monday, Oct. 5
Through Sunday, October 11 – Virtual Homecoming – Find more information, a full schedule of events and register at www.iwu.edu/homecoming
6 p.m., Memorial Center Courtyard Tent – Annual Pride Alliance Fruit Mixer – Students and faculty of the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies are invited to network, socialize, and enjoy delicious fruit.
Tuesday, Oct. 6
4 p.m., Virtual – Grad School Crash Course Series – Should I Say "Yes" To Grad School? This workshop is presented by the Hart Career Center's new career advisor, Lisa DeWeert. Please register for the event in Handshake. This presentation will be held virtually on Zoom.
6 p.m., Virtual – GREat Writing – This writing workshop is designed to help writers tackle the analytical portion of the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE). Writers will learn what good essays include, how to get a high score, and what resources are available. To register for this event or to receive the recorded lecture a week after the event occurs, see the Writing Center website. Please email ascanlon@iwu.edu for the Zoom link and passcode.
Wednesday, Oct. 7
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Henning Room, Memorial Center – Flu Shot Clinic – Flu shots will be administered by a Walgreens pharmacist on campus. This will be the last opportunity to conveniently receive the flu shot on campus. All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate. Employees and their dependents, age 10 and older, are eligible. High dose flu shots will be available to persons over the age of 65. Employees and their dependents participating in IWU health insurance will have the cost of the flu shot processed through the plan at no out-of-pocket cost. Individuals covered by other insurance outside of IWU should contact their carriers to confirm coverage. Add to your calendar.
12 p.m., Zoom – Podium Skills: Improving Your Presentations (Academic Skills Series) – Register here. Students are invited to join the Action Research Center for the Academic Skills Series every Wednesday. Our Student Success Tutors will cover a different topic each week. You can see the full schedule, topics, and recordings of past sessions here: www.iwu.edu/academics/skills
6 p.m., Eckley Quad, outside State Farm Hall – Pizza Taste – Experience the taste of Bloomington with FREE pizza from local restaurants. Sponsored by the Campus Activities Board.
Thursday, Oct. 8
6-7:30 p.m., Virtual – From Rehearsal to Red Carpet: A Theatrical Conversation with Richard and Sharon Jenkins '69 – In a special Homecoming edition of the Titan Talk Webinar Series, Emmy winner & Oscar nominee Richard Jenkins '69 and celebrated choreographer Sharon Jenkins '69 will discuss their careers in entertainment and the lasting influence of Illinois Wesleyan upon their lives. This event is presented by the Office of Alumni Engagement in partnership with the School of Theatre Arts and moderated by Andy Kreiss '86. See more Homecoming events and register here.
Friday, Oct. 9
12:15-2:30 p.m., Eckley Quad Tent at Joslin Atrium Steps – Bagels with the Jewish Student Association – Come grab a bagel with IWU's Jewish Student Association outside the steps of Joslin, learn more about who we are, and how to get involved.
4 p.m., Illinois Wesleyan University Peace Garden, 1212 N. Evans St., Bloomington – Peace Garden's Harvest Festival – The campus community is invited to celebrate the IWU Peace Garden's fall harvest with fun fall-themed activities.
7 p.m., Hansen Student Center – Titan Dance Fest – The Titan Dance Fest is part of Homecoming Week activities for students. This event, formerly known as Lip Sync, will look quite different this year, as teams of 10 compete against one another for the first-place prize. This event will be live streamed for all to watch. Sponsored by the Office of Student Involvement.
7:30 p.m., Westbrook Auditorium, Presser Hall – IWU Winds (Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Winds combined concert) – Sponsored by the School of Music.
Saturday, Oct. 10
7 p.m., Zoom – Fall Big Show featuring Josh Peck – Actor and social media sensation Josh Peck was born to entertain, hitting the stand-up comedy circuit at just eight years old. The former Nickelodeon teen star will be immediately recognizable to younger audiences, delivering candid and funny insight into "making it" as a child star and beyond. Using his social media channels as an example, he also talks about the artistic and career freedom that comes with bypassing traditional media gatekeepers and connecting with audiences directly online. Register to attend here. Sponsored by the Campus Activities Board (CAB).
Sunday, Oct. 11
1 p.m., Westbrook Auditorium, Presser Hall – School of Music Faculty Showcase Recital
6 p.m., Zoom – Student Senate General Assembly Meeting – Meeting Link
Monday, Oct. 12
Virtual Fall Open House I – Prospective students and families are invited to virtually visit Illinois Wesleyan: Virtually meet faculty and current students. Explore a major. Take a virtual campus tour. Ask questions.
COMING SOON:
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 4:30-6 p.m., Virtual – Health and Environment Virtual Workshop – This student-led workshop will explore the impact of environmental issues on the health of the planet, including humans and other species. Connecting directly to the annual theme, "Health, Healing & Humanity," the workshop will feature interactive breakout sessions in which participants will consider case studies that illustrate contemporary environmental health challenges and discuss possible solutions and steps forward. RSVP here. Registration is required – Zoom login and participation details will be emailed. Event is free and open to all in the IWU community. Sponsored by the IWU Environmental Studies Program, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, School of Nursing and Sierra Student Coalition. | 
