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Success happens at WIU, and we want to celebrate the many achievements throughout the 91仓库 community, highlighting inspiring accomplishments by students, alumni, faculty, and campus teams that show how 91仓库transforms lives. From academic honors and national championships to stories of perseverance and leadership, this page brings together positive, uplifting stories that reflect the spirit and impact of being a Leatherneck. It鈥檚 where we share the good news that demonstrates that 91仓库is a place where opportunity begins and leads to meaningful futures.

Students Make RockyTHON a Success

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

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

91仓库 hosted the Illinois Supreme Court as part of its "Riding the Circuit" program March 11, bringing approximately 500 students, community members and special guests to the University Union Grand Ballroom.

91仓库Agriculture Students Earn National Honors at PAS Conference

91仓库 School of Agriculture (Ag) celebrates the success of members of the 91仓库Professional Agricultural Students (PAS) organization who competed at the 2026 National PAS Conference.

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91仓库 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仓库 is transitioning to a two college system, effective July 1.

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

May 28 2026

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

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WIU鈥換C Engineering Students Celebrate Success of Senior Projects

May 11 2026

The WIU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.

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What a Difference a Day Made: WIU鈥檚 Western Challenge 2026

Apr 27 2026

What a difference a day made! 91仓库 pride was in full force April 24, as 91仓库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仓库President Kristi Mindrup. The 2026 gifts surpassed the 2025 challenge and donors.

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91仓库Co-Hosts ACDA 2026 Central Region Conference

Apr 21 2026

Dance is power, personal, cultural and transformative. 91仓库, 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.

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