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Campus Weekly
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Jan. 30, 2017 |
News for and about the Illinois Wesleyan community |
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Titan Athletics
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Both Illinois Wesleyan swimming and diving teams defeated Millikin University and North Central College in double-dual action on Friday, Jan. 27, and the women's and men's teams split results in a dual meet against Franklin College on Saturday, Jan. 28.
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Welcome Prospective Titans |
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If you see these potential Titans on campus this week, give them a warm hello!
The following students are scheduled to visit:
Monday, Jan. 30 –
Jenna Ford, nursing
Tuesday, Jan. 31 – Wesley Jolly, mathematics and John Sherman, undecided
Wednesday, Feb. 1 – Joshua Mikaili, undecided
Friday, Feb. 3 – Hannah Mueller, biology and Hannah Niemann, nursing
Saturday, Feb. 4 – Mitchell Canales, undecided and Kira Gurovich, music
In addition, 30 students will be attending Titan Weekend on Feb. 3-4.
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Upcoming
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Want your event included on the University's Events Calendar and Campus Weekly? Submit the information using our online form.
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Monday, Jan. 30 |
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12 p.m., Davidson Room, Memorial Center – Non-Org - Gen Ed Task Force: General Education Discussion
Through Feb. 23, Merwin and Wakeley Gallery, Joyce G. Eichhorn Ames School of Art Building – Art Exhibits – The works of painter and printmaker Eric Cain and painter, printmaker, and educator George Liebert are on display. |
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Wednesday, Feb. 1 |
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11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Hansen Student Center – Being Exceptional in Our Community – Students, faculty, and community members will present on a variety of topics to advocate and raise awareness for people with disabilities and their rights. This event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be served.
12 p.m., E103, CNS – Academic Skills Series: Do Well, Do Good: Getting Involved Through Volunteerism – Free Papa John's pizza provided for lunch.
7 p.m., Shirk Center – Women's Basketball vs. Millikin University – Live streaming video at www.iwu.edu/livesports
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Thursday, Feb. 2 |
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7 p.m., Davidson Room, Memorial Center – 3D: The Impact of Microagressions, Stereotype Threat and Racial Battle Fatigue on African-American Students’ Success –
Discussion facilitated by Glenn Herring, residence director, Office of Residence Life. |
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Friday, Feb. 3 |
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Through Saturday, Feb. 4 – Titan Weekend – Prospective students are invited to join our Titan family for a two-day visit program.
1 p.m., Joslin Atrium, Memorial Center – Retirement Reception for Chuck Adam – The campus community is invited to stop by to bid a fond farewell to Chuck Adam, director of Campus Security, who is retiring after nearly 36 years at Illinois Wesleyan. Refreshments will be served.
6:30 p.m., Fort Natatorium – Swimming and Diving – CCIW Diving Championships (Day 1)
9 p.m. - midnight, Hansen Student Center – Gatsby Affair – The Office of Student Activities invites students to enjoy an evening in the roaring '20s. The event features an interactive Murder Mystery show followed by music, dancing, and free hors d’oeuvres. Dress to impress and come with an alibi, because a little party never hurt nobody.
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Saturday, Feb. 4 |
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10:30 a.m., Fort Natatorium – Swimming and Diving – CCIW Diving Championships (Day 2)
10:40 a.m., Shirk Center Indoor Track – Track and Field Keck D-III Select Meet (Seniors' Day)
12:45 p.m., Westbrook Auditorium, Presser Hall – Jazz Festival Concert
5 p.m., Shirk Center – Women's Basketball vs. Carroll University – Live streaming video at www.iwu.edu/livesports
7 p.m., Shirk Center – Men's Basketball vs. Carroll University – Live streaming video at www.iwu.edu/livesports
8 p.m., Hansen Student Center – Blacklight WERQ – WERQ is the wildly addictive cardio dance workout based on the hottest pop and hip hop music. Come join us and make sure to bring your hottest neon, closed toed shoes and some water! Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities. | |
Sunday, Feb. 7 |
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5:30 p.m., Hansen Student Center – Super Bowl Party – Come watch the Patriots vs. Falcons in the Super Bowl on the big screen in Hansen. There will be tons of food (25 pizzas and 500 wings) for you to enjoy and multiple opportunities to win raffle prizes. Sponsored by the Residence Hall Association and Office of Student Activities. |
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Monday, Feb. 6 |
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4 p.m., Davidson Room, Memorial Center – Faculty Meeting |
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Coming Soon: |
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Feminist Economist, World Bank Consultant to Deliver Eckley Lecture
Yana van der Meulen Rodgers, a feminist economist who regularly consults for the World Bank and the United Nations, will present the Eckley Lecture in Economics on Wednesday, Feb. 8. |
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Hart Career Center |
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Tuesday, Jan. 31 |
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RSM will host an information table (with treats) in the lobby of State Farm Hall from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | |
Wednesday, Feb. 1 |
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Senior Education Majors Session
4:30-6 p.m., Welcome Center Auditorium
Dr. Beth Dalton, assistant superintendent for human resources for Kildeer Countryside School District 96, will present "Starting Your Career in Education." Teacher candidates will also have the opportunity to sign up for practice interviews with local education professionals. | |
Thursday, Feb. 2 |
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ISU Spring Internship Fair
4-7 p.m., Bone Student Center
Get a head start on your summer internship search! All majors welcome and encouraged to attend. |
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Announcements |
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Caregiver Resources |
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As more Americans live longer, millions of middle-aged adults find themselves caring for their aging parents. Did you know there are caregiver resources available through the employee assistance program (EAP)? Visit the Caregiver Resource Center at www.theeap.com for more information. |
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Random Acts of Kindness |
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IWU Wellness is excited to offer you the opportunity to participate in Random Acts of Kindness by giving a friend or colleague small gifts of tea or chocolate.
Find more information or print the order form.
Orders, including the completed form and a check or cash, are due in the Wellness Office by tomorrow, (Tuesday, Jan. 31). | |
Bloomington Thunder Discount Tickets |
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Bloomington Thunder and the IWU Recognition Committee are offering discount tickets to Illinois Wesleyan Faculty and Staff for the following Bloomington Thunder hockey games:
- Thursday, Feb. 9 (Blackhawks night)
- Friday, Feb. 10
- Saturday, March 4
- Saturday, April 1
To take advantage of this special discount, please use this link. See you at the Coliseum!
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Campus Weekly is an electronic newsletter from Illinois Wesleyan's Office of Communications, edited by Ann Aubry, director of communications. To submit items of interest, email webedit@iwu.edu. See an archive of past editions.
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