Just Hired: Emma Cortelyou

Meet Emma Cortelyou, a graduate of Western Illinois University's English M.A. program, who was hired as a staff writer with the United Church of God.

"Without the classes at WIU, I don't think I would have really learned what I'm good at and more importantly, what I enjoy doing. It was Dr. Amy Mossman's copyediting class that opened my eyes to my great love for editing and Dr. Ashley Beardsley's rhetorical criticism class that unlocked a great amount of my understanding about effective writing. And I can't forget my four years working at the University Writing Center. It was there that I gained valuable, hands-on experience helping other students hone their writing and in turn, honed my own as well."
~ Emma Cortelyou

WIU to Offer Online Bachelor of Science in Information Systems

The Western Illinois University School of Computer Sciences is expanding its academic offerings with the launch of a fully online Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, beginning Spring 2026. This new program builds on the School of Computer Sciences longstanding expertise in delivering face-to-face and online instruction.

Education That Works for the Quad Cities

Western Illinois University-Quad Cities is entering a new chapter defined by reinvestment and revitalization, as well as a renewed focus on serving students and the Quad Cities region. Through strategic space utilization, strong community partnerships and clear degree pathways, WIU is advancing in-demand academic programs and intentionally transitioning the campus to deliver a high-quality education that meets students where they are.

WIU Quad Cities Counseling Program Receives Eight-Year CACREP Reaffirmation

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling graduate programs at Western Illinois University-Quad Cities have received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), continuing a longstanding accreditation held since 1987.