Chad Maxwell ’02 – Our Latest Tiny Titan

Posted on June 18, 2015 by ltiptons

A HUGE Titan congratulations to Chad Maxwell ’02 and Brian Dailey, who welcomed Lincoln Ryan Dailey to their family.

All In for Wesleyan Becomes a Tradition in 2015

Posted on May 19, 2015 by ltiptons

On April 9, Titans of all generations pulled together and showed their pride on the third annual All In For Wesleyan. More than 1,800 gifts of all sizes from 49 states and 17 countries totaled over $500,000 in support of Illinois Wesleyan University and our students. Our collective philanthropy served as an inspiration to the next generation as All In For Wesleyan firmly established itself as an Illinois Wesleyan tradition, both on campus and off. The class of 2002 had 31 donors on April 9th and donations totaling $4,432.50.

Thank you 2002 Alumni for being “all in” all the time, and for continuing to make Illinois Wesleyan one of your giving priorities. If you have already made your gift this year, thank you! If you have not made your gift this year, I hope that you will join me as a donor and put us one more gift closer to our participation goal. You can make your gift by visiting iwu.edu/give. It is your support that keeps Illinois Wesleyan strong, and develops the next generation of leaders.

Your partner in support,

Van Miller ‘04

Director of Annual Giving

Mike Mayo ’02 – The Premiere Theatre Company presents the Illinois International Film Festival

Posted on April 23, 2015 by ltiptons

Support new film producers and original films from around the world including

IWU Class of 2002, Mike Mayo and his film,

For Out of the Heart!

Tickets on sale beginning April 6 at Prisco or online: www.seatyourself.biz/foxvalleyparkdistrict.

Showing on Saturday May 2nd, 9:00 AM:

For Out of the Heart–a Thriller Feature:

Following the apparent heart attack and death of a controversial radio talk-show host, a cynical detective’s nagging hunch that sinister forces are at play drives him to doggedly pursue a killer only he is convinced exists.

More information can be found at:

http://www.illinoisinternationalfilmfestival.com/film.html

https://www.facebook.com/events/675674289203351/

https://www.facebook.com/foroutoftheheart

Are you All In??

Posted on April 9, 2015 by ltiptons

A message from President Wilson–

Today is All in for Wesleyan 2015! All gifts made today will be matched by an anonymous donor (up to $75,000).

And this year, there’s a twist. Let me explain.

Gifts to the Wesleyan Fund support student financial assistance and also the little, but essential, things that create the Illinois Wesleyan experience. So today we’re celebrating these little essentials — the unsung heroes. Make a gift today and your name could appear next to one of these items for a limited time.*

Give today and your name could be selected to grace the hot spot, the WESN microphone, and other pieces of campus that will be announced throughout the day. (Learn more)

Give today and your gift will be matched by an anonymous donor.

Give today and show that you’re proud to be a Titan!

*Like annual gifts, naming rights expire at the end of the fiscal year…but internet photos last forever. Photos of the selected names engraved on plaques, affixed to the items will be published on the last day of spring semester, April 21.

Frank Mirandola ’02

Posted on April 9, 2015 by ltiptons

Frank Mirandola ’02, boys track and field coach at Prospect High School, cited the advice of former IWU president Minor Myers jr. in a featured Q & A.

A link to the full article is here.

Kathryn Diana ’02

Posted on April 9, 2015 by ltiptons

Publications, Performances, and Exhibitions = The New Switcheroo releases their first studio EP, “Heartless Sky” on April 7, 2015. 2002 graduate, Kathryn Diana, is featured on violin, mandolin, and vocals.

The New Switcheroo is a 4-member indie folk rock band based in Chicago. Featuring sublime vocal harmonies layered over lush instrumental arrangements, they create a rich sound, guaranteed to warm your insides, tickle your fancy, and rock you right out of your boots! With their clear love for what they do and for each other, they make new friends and gain new fans everywhere they go.

The album is available on all major digital platforms including iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify.

Thank You From IWU

Posted on February 12, 2015 by classnews

February 16th is Thank A Giver Day — a day when the Illinois Wesleyan campus community celebrates the generosity of our supporters. We celebrate Thank A Giver Day on February 16th because at this point we’re 70% of the way through the school year. Since tuition covers 70% of the total cost of an IWU education, it’s a fitting time to draw attention to the fact that outside support from alumni and friends of the University plays a key role in delivering the kind of educational experience we expect from our alma mater.

Last year, over 8,000 people made gifts to Illinois Wesleyan University and, regardless of the size, each and every one played a role in keeping Illinois Wesleyan strong. If you would like to take a moment to make your annual gift, we invite you to do so at iwu.edu/give.

Go Titans!