Western Illinois University Alumni Association

Western Illinois University Alumni Association The WIU Alumni Association connects WIU’s 140,000 alumni & friends to each other and the University. Once a Leatherneck, Always a Leatherneck.
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Contact Information: [email protected] or 309/298.1914 - Keep up with our events and news at www.wiu.edu/alumni - Follow us on Twitter .

It was a great day at the WIU Black Alumni Council picnic! Hundreds of alumni and friends came out to celebrate their c...
08/31/2026

It was a great day at the WIU Black Alumni Council picnic! Hundreds of alumni and friends came out to celebrate their connection to Western. Great food, great music, great time! 💜💛

Do you need to refresh your wardrobe? Our alumni apparel store is open for a limited time!View the full collection and p...
08/31/2026

Do you need to refresh your wardrobe?

Our alumni apparel store is open for a limited time!

View the full collection and place your orders here:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WIU26ALUM

The store will close on September 16.

It was great to host the University Advancement and Alumni Engagement staff meeting at the alumni house this week! We ar...
08/28/2026

It was great to host the University Advancement and Alumni Engagement staff meeting at the alumni house this week! We are getting the house ready to welcome everyone for WIU homecoming October 23 and 24th.

08/28/2026

Mark your calendar!

The 8th Annual WIU Family Day BBQ Competition & Tasting returns Saturday, Sept. 19, from 2-5 p.m. in Q Lot.

Join the Office of Student Engagement and the School of Agriculture for great food, live music, family-friendly activities, unique vendors, and more before cheering on the Leathernecks as they take on Morehead State at 6 p.m. at Hanson Field 🏈

🎟️ Get your Family Day tickets and merchandise: wiu.edu/familyday

🏆 Interested in competing? Sign up for the BBQ Competition: go.wiu.edu/3UpZFvy

Don't miss one of WIU's favorite traditions! 💜💛

Since 1939, the sound of the Western Illinois University carillon has been part of the Leatherneck experience, marking t...
08/27/2026

Since 1939, the sound of the Western Illinois University carillon has been part of the Leatherneck experience, marking the hours, welcoming students and carrying traditions like "Western Loyalty" across campus. Larry Ferrere `81 recently committed a generous gift and challenged the WIU community to help restore and modernize this iconic campus staple, ensuring it continues to ring for future generations of Leathernecks.

Ferrere committed to a challenge gift of $25,000, which will be unlocked when donors raise $25,000 for the carillon project. The gift and match will provide the resources to not only fund the new system, but also to endow the Carillon Fund to ensure the long-term viability of the carillon system for students for years to come. The fundraising and the installation are targeted for completion by Homecoming 2026 (Friday, Oct. 16-Sunday, Oct. 25).

To support Ferrere's challenge and the future of the WIU carillon system, visit bit.ly/WIUBells

Read more:
Western Illinois University Rings in New School Year with Carillon Challenge
https://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21418

08/25/2026

Join us for our Ribbon Cutting and Open House. For everyone that inquired about touring the facility ... this is the day. Following the program, we will open the Goldfarb Center for you to tour.

RSVP: https://form.jotform.com/262283935175161

WIU Law Enforcement and Justice Administration continues to be recognized as one of the premier programs in the country....
08/24/2026

WIU Law Enforcement and Justice Administration continues to be recognized as one of the premier programs in the country.

According to Universities.com, WIU ranks No. 1 in Illinois and No. 5 in the United States on their list of the best law enforcement colleges. Led by exceptional faculty and a stellar student-to-faculty ratio, WIU was praised for its career preparation, facilities and culture.

"Being recognized among the nation's leading programs is a tremendous reflection of the dedication of our faculty, staff, and students," LEJA Director Jamie Johnson said. "At LEJA, we are committed to providing students with more than a degree—we prepare them for successful careers and leadership roles in law enforcement, emergency management, and fire protection. Our combination of nationally recognized academic programs, experienced faculty, hands-on learning opportunities, and state-of-the-art resources provides our students with an educational experience that is both rigorous and career-focused. Western Illinois University is preparing the next generation of public safety professionals and leaders."

Read more:
https://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21407/

⛳ Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday, August 7 for the annual Suzi Stambaugh Miner '72 '73 Memorial Macomb A...
08/21/2026

⛳ Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday, August 7 for the annual Suzi Stambaugh Miner '72 '73 Memorial Macomb Alumni & Friends Golf Outing at Harry Mussatto Golf Course. It was a beautiful day!

The WIU Foundation reached an important milestone in its For the W campaign on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 when it surpassed ...
08/20/2026

The WIU Foundation reached an important milestone in its For the W campaign on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 when it surpassed $75 million raised through the For the W Campaign.

The campaign focuses on three pillars: student success, learning innovation and scholarly support. To date, the campaign has generated $75,150,478 from 116,000 gifts made by 23,574 investors.

Read more here:
https://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21399/

Address

1009 W Adams Street
Macomb, IL
61455

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+13092981914

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