MACOMB, IL – Western Illinois University (WIU) is proud to announce Abigail Strack of Mahomet as a 2025–2026 recipient of the President's Scholarship, awarded in conjunction with the AIM HIGH Western ...

"Some of my favorite memories from WIU are centered around Homecoming—the energy, school spirit and sense of community made it a truly special time each year," Worley said. After graduating from WIU ...

MACOMB, IL - The Western Illinois University Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Professor of Music and Director of Bands Mike Fansler, made a landmark debut at New York City's Carnegie Hall on May ...

MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University is proud to announce that its School of Nursing has been granted full accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for a 10-year ...

A high school homecoming king was killed when his drunk classmate crashed while showing off his truck just days after their graduation -- with the driver sobbing to cops that he was an alcoholic ...

Editor's Note: This is a series of stories about Western Illinois University students, alumni and community members, highlighting their experiences during our 125th anniversary celebration. We will ...

MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University and Spoon River College (SRC) continue to build upon their strong partnership with a new Law Enforcement and Justice Administration transfer pathway program.

Changes are coming to Harvest Homecoming this year after an 18-year-old was shot and killed at last year's festival.

MACOMB, IL - - The Western Illinois University Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting Friday, May 9 at the WIU Macomb Campus. The WIU Board's meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 9 in ...

After some bad news last summer, we’re encouraged by talk of trying to get funding to reshape the Western Illinois University – Quad Cities campus.

Editor's Note: This is a series of stories about Western Illinois University students, alumni and community members, highlighting their experiences during our 125th anniversary celebration. We will ...

Editor's Note: This is a series of stories about Western Illinois University students, alumni and community members, highlighting their experiences during our 125th anniversary celebration. We will ...