Campus Headlines 2026

Breakthrough Prize Recognition Reinforces Value of Liberal Arts Education for Dean Miller ’92
Dean Miller '92 contributed to a series of experiments while in graduate school more than 30 years ago, work which continued for decades and has collectively received the 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics.

Nearly 99% of 2025 Illinois Wesleyan Grads Employed or in Graduate Programs
Nearly 99% of Titans from the class of 2025 were employed or continuing their education within six months of graduating from äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾, according to the annual First Destination Survey conducted by äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s Hart Career Center. ...

Illinois Wesleyan to Launch First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Quantum Science and Engineering Program
äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ has announced the creation of the Fisher Center for Interdisciplinary Quantum Science & Engineering, a first-of-its-kind undergraduate program that brings together multiple areas of study to better prepare students for...

Kwarten ‘28, Oiler ‘29 Receive Beckman Research Scholarships
Annabelle Kwarten ‘28 and Ashley Oiler ‘29 have been chosen to receive undergraduate research fellowships through the Beckman Scholars Program.

Illinois Wesleyan Announces Candidates for Graduation 2026
äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ graduates of the Class of 2026 were honored in a Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 3.
Illinois Wesleyan Celebrates Class of 2026 Commencement
Retired healthcare executive and äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Trustee Colleen Kannaday delivered the Commencement address as äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ celebrated graduates of the Class of 2026 on Sunday, May 3, in the Shirk Center.
Five Students Named Summer 2026 Eckley Scholars
Five äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ students have been granted fellowships as part of the 2026 Eckley Summer Scholars and Artists Endowment.
Limacher Honored with Starkey Service Award
A devoted member of Illinois Wesleyan’s staff, Michael Limacher, was honored with the University's 2026 Max L. Starkey Service Award on April 23.
Innovate Springfield's Ben Hage Named Director of Illinois Wesleyan Petrick Idea Center
Following a national search, Ben Hage has been named director of The Petrick Idea Center at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾, effective June 1.
STEAM Olympics Raises $7,500 for äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Scholarships
In partnership with For A Better Tomorrow, the third annual STEAM Olympics hosted on äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s campus raised $7,500 for needs-based scholarships.