WIU Bachelor of Arts in General Studies

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WIU Bachelor of Arts in General Studies Students may choose online courses, on-campus courses, or a combination of both. This degree was previously call the Board of Trustees BA (BOT/BA).

WIU's Bachelor of Arts in General Studies (BGS) degree program provides students the opportunity to earn a regionally accredited, undergraduate, non-majored degree. The WIU Bachelor of Arts in General Studies (BGS) degree is an online degree program that provides place-bound students an opportunity to earn a regionally accredited bachelor's degree. The BGS program does not designate a major. Many students consider this an important feature because it eliminates the constraints of a major's predetermined curriculum and allows BGS students more flexibility to develop a multi-disciplinary and carefully focused course of study.

09/16/2025
08/27/2025

✨ New at WIU! ✨
The Office of Student Engagement is launching Purple & Gold Points—a fun way to earn rewards just for getting involved on campus! 🎉

📍 Attend events → Earn points → Redeem for prizes like WIU swag, headphones, unique campus experiences… even a PS5 or Nintendo Switch 2! 🎮💜💛

🔑 Point breakdown:
100 pts ➝ Academic, Educational & Fine Arts
50 pts ➝ Athletic, Service & Wellness
25 pts ➝ Social Programs & Traditions

Start earning TODAY! Check Leatherneck Link (filter by Purple & Gold Points) for upcoming events. 💪

Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/4lKGnc4

08/26/2025

📚✨ Happy First Day of Classes, Leathernecks! ✨📚

A brand new semester means new opportunities, new connections, and new memories waiting to be made. Let’s make it a great year! 💜💛

08/15/2025

✨ A fresh new welcome to WIU! ✨

Our brand-new digital sign now shines bright in front of Western Hall on University Drive, replacing the 2007 version. With higher resolution and full-motion graphics, it’s here to showcase our Leatherneck Pride, share exciting campus news, and welcome visitors to the Hilltop. 💜💛

Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/4mHPhYI

07/24/2025

📚 Discover the heart of academic life at WIU — the Leslie F. Malpass Library, our main library and an architectural gem designed by Gyo Obata!

Opened in 1978, Malpass Library offers 6 spacious levels, 1,300+ study seats, high-tech classrooms, 38 interior balconies, and a stunning pinwheel design that sets it apart. 🏛️✨

From computer workstations and wireless access to powerful research tools like I-Share and global databases, Malpass is your go-to hub for learning, studying, and exploring. Whether you're on campus or learning remotely, knowledge is just a click away.

07/02/2025

Over 43 million American adults have some college education, but did not receive a credential, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. Western Illinois University has been working to help those individuals, commonly referred to as stop-outs, through online programs and admissions campaigns and is now partnering with ReUp Education to take this initiative even further. Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/4nCweAz

06/17/2025
06/12/2025
06/12/2025

🏡 Welcome to Westbrook House — a close-knit, homey community for graduate and non-traditional undergraduate students, just steps from campus!

Here, you’ll enjoy:
👩‍🍳 A full kitchen & dining room for self-cooking
🖥️ Computer lab
📺 Community room w/ large TV & billiards table
🧺 Laundry room
🚿 One bathroom for every four bedrooms
🛏️ Room types: Single & double available

Quiet, connected, and built for balance.

Congratulations Kenny!
05/15/2025

Congratulations Kenny!

The Western Illinois University Council of Academic Advisor's (COAA) Awards and Recognition Committee has named Kenny Wheeler the Advisor of the Month for April 2025. Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/3S5ZaCs

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Malpass Library, 1 University Circle
Macomb, IL
61455

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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