Leathernecks, you did it! Western Illinois University pride was in full force April 24, as WIU hosted the annual Western Challenge on Purple and Gold Day. The event spanned 24 hours and raised $228,919 with more than 1,200 donors. The gifts surpassed the 2022 challenge and a record number of donors gave.
The usual hashtag for the Western Challenge at Western Illinois University is #LeathernecksGive . and did they ever! Members of the WIU Leatherneck family helped WIU meet – and exceed – its goal for the 2022 Western Challenge event on April 22.
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WIU School of Ag honors six alumni on department s 101st anniversary
By Lissette Cavazos, Office of University Relations, WIU
MACOMB In a tradition started during the Western Illinois University School of Agriculture s 100th anniversary, six alumni have been chosen as the 2021 School of Agriculture Distinguished Alumni.
Ten alumni were recognized last year: Mark McCully, Gerry Salzman, Jeff Galle, Terry Kestner, Taylor Steinburg, Gordon Roskamp, Monte Lowderman, Chris Wilson, Martin E. O Connor and Philip E. Bradshaw. The 100th year anniversary event was a huge success, said School of Agriculture Director Andy Baker. The highlight of the evening was the recognition of our 10 distinguished alumni who were honored that night. All of these individuals have achieved remarkable feats in their careers and are huge supporters of the School of Agriculture. It was great to have our current students hear about their experiences at WIU, and how these experiences provided the foundation
March 11, 2021 MACOMB, IL - In a tradition started during the Western Illinois University School of Agriculture s 100th anniversary, six alumni have been chosen as the 2021 School of Agriculture Distinguished Alumni.
Ten alumni were recognized last year: Mark McCully, Gerry Salzman, Jeff Galle, Terry Kestner, Taylor Steinburg, Gordon Roskamp, Monte Lowderman, Chris Wilson, Martin E. O Connor and Philip E. Bradshaw. The 100th year anniversary event was a huge success, said School of Agriculture Director Andy Baker. The highlight of the evening was the recognition of our 10 distinguished alumni who were honored that night. All of these individuals have achieved remarkable feats in their careers and are huge supporters of the School of Agriculture. It was great to have our current students hear about their experiences at WIU, and how these experiences provided the foundation to advance their careers in agriculture.