December 1, 2015 Giving Tuesday

#GivingTuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, December 1, 2015, groups and individuals around the world are coming together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give.

As you consider giving this holiday season, please consider giving the gift of bright futures to current Titans. Your gift supports all the things that make an IWU experience unforgettable and unique! Gifts can be made online at www.iwu.edu/give or by calling 309-556-3091.

Thanks for keeping Illinois Wesleyan in mind this holiday season. Go Titans!
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Rachel Carreras ’12

Class of 2012 alumna, Rachel Carreras, will make her debut with the Mad Cow Theatre Company by starring as Ayah in “The Secret Garden.” The show will run from November 20-December 20 in Orlando, FL. You can purchase tickets or learn more about the production here.

Congratulations to Rachel for her starring role!

Carreras

Krista Felten ’12, Brian Piotrowski ’12

Fellow Class of 2012 alumni Krista Felten and Brian Piotrowski were married on August 1, 2015 in Hoffman Estates, IL. Many fellow Titans served in the bridal party, including: Kristen Piotrowski ’09, Megan Thompson ’12, Kevin Piotrowski ’15, Justin Eddington ’12, David Vaughan ’12, Logan Kent ’13, and Tommy Deschler ’12. Other Titans were able to join the couple in their celebration and include: Nick Kenaga ’14, Angela Mulae ’14, Ryan Ott ’12, Mike Christison ’12, Brian Sorich ’14, Maura Moran ’11, Katie Witzel ’12, Emily Schimick ’12, Bryce Haynes ’12, Kathryn Breisch ’12, Michael Henry ’12, Steve Hayman ’12, and Danielle Sanchez ’08.

Pictured below are the Titan couple and fellow Titans who attended the wedding!

Congratulations to Krista and Brian!

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Katie Trowitch ’12, Fred Thompson ’12, John Simonelli ’12, Will Jenkins ’12

Several Class of 2012 alumni supported Illinois Wesleyan through participation in the recent IWU Internship Fair on behalf of their companies. The Internship Fair was held on September 28th. The Class of 2012 sends thanks to the following alumni for their continued support of IWU and current students:

Katie Trowitch- Caterpillar

Fred Thompson- Caterpillar

John Simonelli- CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

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Kim Conway ’12

Fellow Class of 2012 alumna Kim Conway is writing for http://literallydarling.com/. Kim frequently writes on entertainment, music, and fashion, among other topics, and recent posts include “Tunes for a Rainy October Day” and “On Being a Chicago Blackhawks Fan.”

Check out Kim’s contributions to literallydarling.com here, and join me in congratulating her on her literary success!

Michael Sloboda ’12

Class of 2012 alumnus, Michael Sloboda, married fellow Titan Jennifer Boll Sloboda ’14 on July 25, 2015. Their bridal party included Hannah Smith ’14, Annie Gerard Meegan ’13, Jessica Taylor ’14, Dayton Burnett ’12, Michael Whittington ’12, Ryan Gresko ’12, and Bret Swango ’12. Many more Titans joined the couple for the celebration in July. The couple and their wedding party are pictured below.

Please join me in congratulating Michael and Jennifer!

Jennifer Sloboda '14

Mike Firth ’12

Fellow class of 2012 alumnus, Mike Firth, has joined Pleasant Valley High School in Bettendorf, Iowa as the girls swimming and diving coach. Mike’s students credit him with uniting the team as a family and caring about them in terms of both academics and swimming. More information about the team and Mike’s role as coach can be found here.

Congratulations to Mike and best of luck to his team!

Homecoming 2015- Club Tommy

IWU Young Alumni – Meet your friends at the 4th Annual “Club Tommy” Homecoming Celebration
Saturday, October 10
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Memorial Center, Young Main Lounge
Register Here
This all Titan (and guests) Homecoming celebration features a 25-foot hors d’oeuvres buffet that includes beer, wine, and soft drinks. “Club Tommy” is the perfect place to start your Homecoming Saturday night, and is one event you don’t want to miss!
Homecoming 2015 – #TGOE (Titan Green Over Everything)

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Homecoming 2015-Back to College Class

IWU Young Alumni–Attend fellow Young Alumni, Korey Coon ‘00
Back to College Class-
“Staying Balanced in an ‘Always On’ World”
Saturday, October 10
9:30 a.m.-10:20 am.
Ames Library-Beckman Auditorium
Register Here
Join us in hearing from fellow young alumnus and 2015 Robert M. Montgomery Outstanding Young Alumnus award recipient as he shares personal experiences and trends on finding efficient and effective balance in this ‘always on’ world.
Homecoming 2015- #TGOE (Titan Green Over Everything)

Homecoming 2015 – Register Now!

IWU Young Alumni Families – Bring your kids to…
“All Free” Family Fun on the Eckley Quad

Saturday, October 10
8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Eckley Quad
Register Here for Homecoming
This event is promised to be fun for current and future Titans, alike, with activities for the whole family available! Join the IWU Cheerleaders and Tommy Titan under the Big Top on the quad with activities ranging from face painting and a balloon artist to Titan Spirit Dogs and IWU History under the museum tent. Rain or shine, the fun will go on!

Homecoming 2015 – #TGOE (Titan Green Over Everything)