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A Rebuild Success: Interdisciplinary Collaboration in the 91传媒 Autism Clinic of Excellence

Oct 14 2026

91传媒鈥檚 Social Work students are joining forces with the 91传媒 Autism Clinic of Excellence (WACE). Recent institutional restructuring opened valuable avenues for cross-disciplinary collaboration. The bachelor鈥檚 degree of Social Work (BSW) program recently moved to Memorial Hall as part of the new School of Applied Clinical, Educational and Professional Programs as part of an effort to strengthen connections between academic programs and applied learning opportunities for students and that is exactly what it is doing.

91传媒 School Counseling Program Ranked No. 5 in Illinois For 2027

Oct 14 2026

91传媒鈥檚 School Counseling Program has been named among the 鈥淏est Master鈥檚 in School Counseling鈥� programs for 2027 by MastersinCounseling.

Seymour Center, IIRA Awarded Grant to Assist in Digital Literacy

Oct 13 2026

The Illinois Innovation Network (IIN) has awarded a two-year, $50,000 grant to the Seymour Center for Rural Education and the Illinois Institute of Rural Affairs (IIRA) to assist with their social outreach.

The Greatest Show on Earth: Homecoming 2026

Oct 13 2026

91传媒 is ready to welcome 鈥淭he Greatest Show on Earth鈥� with Homecoming 2026 and a week full of events. From Monday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Oct. 25, students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members will have numerous opportunities to get involved and celebrate Homecoming.

91传媒 Cybersecurity Center to Host Online Capture the Flag Competition

Oct 09 2026

The 91传媒 Cybersecurity Center (91传媒-CC) will host an online Capture the Flag (CTF) competition Saturday and Sunday Nov. 7-8, for 91传媒 undergraduate and graduate students interested in cybersecurity.

2025-26 91传媒 Women鈥檚 Basketball Team Named Homecoming Grand Marshals

Oct 08 2026

Following a season for the books, the 2025-26 91传媒 women鈥檚 basketball team will serve as the 2026 91传媒 Homecoming Parade Grand Marshals. The Homecoming parade will begin on the Macomb Square at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.

91传媒 Museum Studies Program to Host First MicroCredential Workshop Nov. 4

Oct 05 2026

91传媒鈥檚 Museum Studies program will host its first microcredential workshop, 鈥淢useum and Technology,鈥� from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 91传媒-Quad Cities, with an option to participate live via Zoom.

91传媒 Museum Studies Prepares for IMA 2026 Conference

Sep 30 2026

91传媒's Museum Studies Graduate Program will have a strong presence at the 2026 Iowa Museum Association (IMA) Annual Conference, held Sunday, Oct.18鈥揟uesday, Oct. 20 at Reiman Gardens in Ames, IA.

91传媒 Receives $18,000 Grant From Dot Foods Charitable Foundation

Sep 22 2026

91传媒 has received an $18,000 grant from the Dot Foods Charitable Foundation to support food purchases for the University's food pantry.

91传媒 Honors Dean Billy Clow鈥檚 Legacy with The Clow Theatre

Sep 21 2026

鈥淎 Season of Joy鈥� is a fitting name for the Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts inaugural season as it honors a special man who gave so much to the arts at 91传媒, the late dean William T. 鈥淏illy鈥� Clow.

New Emergency Operations Center Unveiled at 91传媒

Sep 21 2026

On Monday, Sept. 21, 91传媒 held a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new Emergency Operations Center, cementing 91传媒鈥檚 emergency management program and School of Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) spot as one of the nation鈥檚 best.

Emergency Operations Center Ribbon Cutting Sept. 21

Sep 17 2026

91传媒 is inviting the community to a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 on the first floor of Sallee Hall.

91传媒 Officially Opens Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts

Sep 15 2026

91传媒 celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts on Tuesday, Sept. 15, joined by students and the Macomb community.

91传媒 Ranked No. 4 in Most Affordable College Towns By Realtor

Sep 14 2026

91传媒 has been named to the America鈥檚 Most Affordable College Towns, by Realtor coming in at No. 4.

Illinois Regional College Fair Returns to 91传媒

Sep 11 2026

91传媒 will host the Illinois Regional College Fair (IRCF) from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, offering prospective students and families an opportunity to explore college options and connect directly with representatives from colleges and universities across the region.

Chicken Wire Empire to Hit The Stage Sept. 16 in GCPA!

Sep 09 2026

Chicken Wire Empire will hit the stage for the first show in the Goldfarb for Performing Arts Center (GCPA) on the 91传媒 Macomb campus, Wednesday, Sept. 16, as part of the 鈥淎 Season of Joy鈥� opening season.

Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts Ribbon Cutting on Sept. 15

Sep 08 2026

The time has come! 91传媒 is thrilled to announce a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15.

91传媒 Student Engagement Center First Look Today

Aug 25 2026

The 91传媒 Office of Student Engagement welcomes the campus community to take a first look at the new Student Engagement Center.

LEJA Earns Top Marks in National Rankings

Aug 20 2026

91传媒鈥檚 School of Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) continues to be recognized as one of the premier programs in the country.

91传媒鈥檚 For the W campaign passes $75 million mark

Aug 18 2026

The 91传媒 Foundation reached $75 million in contributions and passed an important milestone in its For the W campaign on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. The For the W Campaign was publicly launched on Sept. 23, 2022.

91传媒 Athletics Installs New Turf Ahead of 2026 Football Season

Aug 07 2026

91传媒 Athletics is gearing up for the 2026 football season with newly installed turf at Hanson Field.

91传媒 Earns 2026 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Transfer Honor Roll Recognition

Jul 29 2026

A continued commitment to supporting transfer students has earned 91传媒 a spot on the 2026 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society Transfer Honor Roll.

91传媒 Alumna Represents Illinois at National Rural Education Summit

Jul 21 2026

91传媒 alumna Ruth Owusu-Ansah, a special education teacher at Bushnell-Prairie City High School and graduate of 91传媒's Organization, Leadership and Education (OJEI) doctoral program, recently represented Illinois at the Rural Schools Collaborative (RSC) 2026 Rural Education Summit in Madison, WI.

Graduate Student Selected as Speaker at Cybersecurity Summit

Jul 13 2026

91传媒 continues to demonstrate leadership in cybersecurity education and research as 91传媒 Cybersecurity graduate student Abiodun Damilare Adebanjo served as a Student Spotlight Speaker at the Cybersecurity Across Disciplines (CyAD) Summit 2026, held in June at Moraine Valley Community College.

91传媒 Alumnus Alex Degman Featured on NPR's 'Here & Now' For Climate Reporting

Jul 10 2026

91传媒 Broadcasting and Journalism alumnus Alex Degman (鈥�08), of Chicago, IL, recently had his reporting featured nationally on NPR's Here & Now and All Things Considered, highlighting how lessons learned from Chicago's devastating 1995 heat wave continue to shape the city's response to extreme heat and climate change.

Introducing: College of Humanities, Arts, Sciences, and Education

Jul 07 2026

As part of 91传媒鈥檚 transition to a two college system on Wednesday, July 1, the new College of Humanities, Arts, Sciences, and Education (CHASE) builds on Western's proud tradition of preparing future educators and will offer new opportunities to combine creativity, scientific inquiry, and interdisciplinary learning.

Introducing: College of Business, Health, and Community Programs

Jul 07 2026

As part of 91传媒鈥檚 transition to a two college system on Wednesday, July 1, the new College of Business, Health, and Community Programs (CBHCP) will serve as a hub for career-focused education, workforce development and community engagement across a diverse portfolio of academic disciplines.

From Participants to Mentors: The Impact of 91传媒 Summer Camps

Jul 02 2026

Summer camp is a chance to explore new interests, build friendships and spend a week learning something new. At 91传媒, those experiences are also creating a lasting legacy as former campers return years later as counselors and instructors, helping inspire the next generation of campers.

Jim Miner: A Lifetime of Service and Philanthropy at 91传媒

Jul 02 2026

Jim Miner is a familiar face to many people in Macomb and 91传媒. As a lifelong resident, Miner earned both a bachelor of Business degree and a master's degree in Student Personnel from 91传媒 in the early 1970s. His years at the University shaped not only his professional career but also his personal life, where he met his wife, raised a family and established a lifelong commitment to the institution.

Kinser Named 91传媒 Lincoln Laureate Nominee

Jun 22 2026

91传媒 is proud to recognize senior Kylie Kinser, Speech Pathology and Audiology major of Greenfield, IL, as the school鈥檚 nominee for the Lincoln Academy of Illinois Student Laureate Award.

91传媒 Agriculture Students Earn Top Honors at NACTA Judging Conference

Jun 17 2026

Students from the 91传媒 School of Agriculture earned multiple team and individual honors at the 2026 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Judging Conference, hosted by Illinois State University April 22-25 in Bloomington, IL.

Purple and Gold Points a Success in its First Year

Jun 09 2026

Student engagement at 91传媒 rose under the first year of the Purple & Gold Points program.

91传媒 Enhances Opportunities with New Two College System

Jun 02 2026

As part of a strategic effort to provide excellent academic and experiential opportunities for students, 91传媒 is transitioning to a two college system, effective July 1.

91传媒 Alumna Melissa Frank-Alston Builds National Career in Higher Education Leadership

May 28 2026

A 91传媒 alumna is advancing into a prominent new leadership role in higher education.

91传媒鈥換C Engineering Students Celebrate Success of Senior Projects

May 11 2026

The 91传媒鈥換C Engineering Senior Projects showcase the culmination of years of learning, collaboration and hands-on problem solving. Each project represents the creativity, persistence and technical skill of our graduating seniors as they apply their knowledge to real-world engineering challenges. We are proud to highlight the work of multiple student teams whose efforts reflect both strong technical achievement and professional growth.

What a Difference a Day Made: 91传媒鈥檚 Western Challenge 2026

Apr 27 2026

What a difference a day made! 91传媒 pride was in full force April 24, as 91传媒 hosted the annual Western Challenge on Purple and Gold Day. The event spanned 24 hours and raised $423,911 with 1,012 donors. The 1,000th donor unlocked a $1,000 scholarship gift from 91传媒 President Kristi Mindrup. The 2026 gifts surpassed the 2025 challenge and donors.

91传媒 Co-Hosts ACDA 2026 Central Region Conference

Apr 21 2026

Dance is power, personal, cultural and transformative. 91传媒, in collaboration with Illinois State University, co-hosted the American College Dance Association (ACDA) 2026 Central Region Conference in March, bringing together 22 colleges and universities from Maryland, Texas, California, Arizona, Missouri, Michigan and Illinois for a dynamic celebration of movement and expression.

91传媒 Agriculture Students Earn National Honors at PAS Conference

Apr 14 2026

91传媒 School of Agriculture (Ag) celebrates the success of members of the 91传媒 Professional Agricultural Students (PAS) organization who competed at the 2026 National PAS Conference, held March 9-12 at Chateau on the Lake in Branson, MO.

91传媒 Hosts Illinois Supreme Court 鈥淩iding the Circuit鈥� Program

Apr 09 2026

91传媒 hosted the Illinois Supreme Court as part of its 鈥淩iding the Circuit鈥� program March 11, bringing approximately 500 students, community members and special guests to the University Union Grand Ballroom.

91传媒 Student Organizations Reach 10 Royal Neighbors Chapters

Apr 08 2026

91传媒 student organizations have reached a milestone in their partnership with Royal Neighbors of America, establishing 10 Royal Neighbors volunteer chapters connected to student groups on campus.

91传媒 and Moline-Coal Valley School District Announce Lincoln-Irving Transition to 91传媒-QC Campus

Apr 01 2026

The Moline-Coal Valley School District, in partnership with 91传媒-Quad Cities, will temporarily relocate Lincoln-Irving Elementary School to the 91传媒-QC campus beginning Tuesday, April 7, following Spring Break.

91传媒 Alumna Angelica Villareal Recognized for Community Impact Across Illinois

Mar 26 2026

The 91传媒-Moline School of Education proudly recognizes alumna Angelica Villareal for her impactful work supporting diverse communities across Illinois.

91传媒 Quad Cities Counseling Program Receives Eight-Year CACREP Reaffirmation

Mar 24 2026

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling graduate programs at 91传媒-Quad Cities have received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), continuing a longstanding accreditation held since 1987.

Nicastro, Leathernecks Highlighted Nationally Ahead of NCAA Tournament

Mar 19 2026

Western Illinois women鈥檚 basketball is earning national recognition ahead of the NCAA Tournament, as USA Today featured the Leathernecks in its March Madness preview.

Students Make RockyTHON a Success

Mar 18 2026

More than 200 91传媒 students helped raise more than $40,000 during the 13th Annual Main EventRockyTHON on March 7.

Mayborn Earns OVC Faculty Honor

Mar 17 2026

91传媒 interim Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Kyle Mayborn was honored by the Ohio Valley Conference, receiving a Faculty Commitment to Student Success Award.

Education That Works for the Quad Cities

Mar 10 2026

91传媒-Quad Cities is entering a new chapter defined by reinvestment and revitalization, as well as a renewed focus on serving students and the Quad Cities region.

Leathernecks Win OVC Tournament Title

Mar 09 2026

The Western Illinois women's basketball team secured the program's first Ohio Valley Conference Tournament championship on Saturday afternoon, defeating Lindenwood 71鈥�65 at the Ford Center.

91传媒 Community Celebrates Conference-Champion Leathernecks

Mar 03 2026

As March Madness begins, 91传媒 is proud to celebrate its women鈥檚 basketball team, who earned the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) regular season championship for the 2025-26 season.

91传媒 to Host Illinois Supreme Court Oral Arguments on March 11; Cases Announced

Mar 03 2026

91传媒 hosts the 2026 installment of the Illinois Supreme Court鈥檚 Riding the Circuit program as justices hear oral arguments in two cases beginning 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, in the University Union Grand Ballroom.

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