Alex (Salansky) Gohla ’09 recently started a mental health podcast with other providers in the Chicagoland area called The Nest. The podcast strives to normalize conversations around mental health and provide an opportunity for people to understand and explore different forms of available mental health assistance. You can listen to the podcast here. Alex also started a mental health private practice called Bluebird Counseling Services in Naperville, IL.

Monday, February 8 is Thank-A-Giver Day at Illinois Wesleyan and we’re eager to celebrate generous Titans!

Thank-A-Giver (TAG) Day is the symbolic point during the academic year — about 70% of the way through — when tuition dollars are exhausted and Illinois Wesleyan relies on donor generosity to continue providing a world-class education and rewarding collegiate experiences.

Each and every year, every gift matters. Contributions benefit students and faculty, enhance academic excellence, and strengthen the IWU community.

Thank you to all who give back to move IWU forward.

Here are ways to virtually engage with IWU and fellow Titans:

• Performances from IWU alumni, students and faculty
  Contact us at iwualum@iwu.edu if you have a virtual performance to share. Follow the School of Theatre Arts Facebook page for posts about performances by students and alumni.
• Back to College Classes
  Check out videos of previous classes featuring alumni.
• Take part in Titan Talks: Webinar Series
  We are excited to launch this series featuring alumni, faculty and staff.
• Start a Titan Group
  Have you been wanting to start a book club? Let us know at iwualum@iwu.edu and we can help connect you to other interested alumni.
• IWU Social Media
  Follow Illinois Wesleyan University Alumni Association social media for the latest updates and announcements – Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn.
• Virtual Titan Connections
  We miss connecting with Titans in person, but we would love to see photos or videos from your virtual connections. Show your Titan pride and tag IWU Alumni Association (@IWU_AlumniAssoc) on Twitter and (@illinoiswesleyanalumni) on Facebook. You can also post in your Regional Alumni Chapter’s Facebook group, reunion group, or affinity group.
• Titan Challenges
  Challenge your fellow Titans to a virtual 5K or fitness challenge. Be sure to wear your favorite Titan gear and share a photo on social media or you can send it to iwualum@iwu.edu.