…whether you’re looking to connect and make new friends, work out at the Shirk Recreation Center, cheer on our Titans, take in a concert or play, join a club or Greek organization, or explore our two great college towns, there’s plenty to do on and off campus.
Illinois Wesleyan students are encouraged to find and pursue their passions, engage in meaningful ways on and off campus, think outside the box, travel the world and more.
Concerts and other student events at the Hansen Student Center
“It’s a big town with lots to do and with friendly people! Going on runs on Constitution Trail, you always get a nod and wave from another runner. Or even walking to class from off-campus houses, people say ‘hi’ and ‘good morning.’”
Diana Bonilla
biology major
What happens after class is important to you and to us. Here’s just a sampling of what campus life is like.
Student organizations, including Greek Life, intramural sports, student government and media, volunteer activities, cultural, spiritual and arts groups, and more.
From pottery to finger painting, from chamber music to cover-song competitions, students express themselves creatively.
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Best City for Singles
Kiplinger’s, 2013
Top Places to Find a Job
Beyond.com, 2013
Best Small College Towns
USA Today College, 2016
Illinois Wesleyan's 85 acre campus is just blocks from downtown Bloomington and Uptown Normal, two of America's best college towns.
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