Rec Center beefs up
The Donald S. Spencer Student Recreation Center, like many of its visitors, is currently focused on getting big. The fuel that drives it, however, is more than your, average banana yogurt protein shake - it is $6.2 million in student fees.
Since its construction in 1997, SRC student, faculty and staff usage has risen to a peak of 2,500 persons per day and an average of 1,500 persons per day.…
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Smokers take butts outside
Smokers in Illinois will be forced out to the streets in January, as Illinois has become the 19th state to sign a statewide smoking ban into law.
The ban will go into effect Jan. 1, 2008, and will make smoking in public places, including bars and restaurants, illegal.…
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Mud, sweat and tears come to North Quad
As Macomb's bravest pump gallon upon gallon of water into a tilled dirt court, students will gather to test their mettle against each other in one of the largest student-attended events of the year: Mud Volleyball.
During the games, life and limb are sacrificed for teammates who have just met each other.…
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OPS does more than arrest
Editor's note: The following is a letter written by the Director of the Office of Public Safety to both students and staff to explain OPS's role in the community.
Dear Campus Community:
As a new academic year begins, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome new and returning students, faculty and staff to Western Illinois University and to inform the campus community of the services and assistance available through Western's Office of Public Safety.…
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The drinking dilemma
As students move to school and gain the freedom to celebrate, an old tradition - or bottle - is taken up. Alcohol consumption can be a fun social activity but also a dangerous and expensive pastime.
As students prepare for a week of celebrating, they shouldn't neglect an important aspect of pre-gaming - understanding the repercussions of their actions.…
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Where students look for books
As the semester begins, students scramble to purchase the required books for classes. Though many students opt to visit Chapman's Book and Office Supply and the Western Illinois University Union Bookstore, a large portion use the Internet to satisfy their purchasing needs.…
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While you were gone ...
The blazing hot temperatures endured by Macomb residents and Western Illinois University students were symbolic of the issues surrounding the community this summer.
The heat began when Corinne's Court, located on West Jackson, caught fire Wednesday, June 6.…
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Former bar owner files suit
Following several months of alleged police harassment, Patrick Hall, former owner of Hall's Bootleggers, filed suit against the City of Macomb, Macomb Downtown Development Corporation, unknown officers of the Macomb Police Department and several individuals for alleged violations of his civil rights.…
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Places to go when you have to go
To some, using a bathroom is a heedless task, merely a physical demand. To others, true relief is a collectively mental and physical process. Appreciating the condition of a bathroom facility is critical to achieving digestive nirvana. After extensiveley researching Western Illinois Univesity public restrooms, two Courier editors provide you with the best and worst facilities on campus.…
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Macomb to get "Wild" with new restaurant
All around campus, construction is underway to annex and improve Western Illinois University. From new additions to the Spencer Student Recreation Center to improvements on the elevators in some residence hall facilities, a sense of rebuilding has taken over the community.…
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Career Services Offered
The Career Services Office offers several resources to aid students, including help with internships and full-time employment.
Primary services students should be aware of include:
Resumé Services: Develop an individualized resumé and have it professionally critiqued and reconstructed.…
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Life outside the bars
Though Western Illinois University students often complain their only entertainment is Macomb's alcohol scene, those with a willingness to scour the town for fun can discover otherwise.
"I like that there's a lot of outdoor beauty in Macomb and the surrounding area; you can just go and do so many things outdoors, like camping, which I love," said junior agriculture major Ron Wildemuth.…
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A letter from SGA
Welcome back to Western Illinois University, everyone. I hope all of you had a great summer and are now ready to get back to or begin your journey of living the life here at Western. This has been a summer for the record books: Bonds broke Hank Aaron's home run record, the Dow Jones surpassed 14,000 points and there is a black man and a woman running for president of the United States.…
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Western ranked by U.S. News
According to the Annual College Ranking 2008 edition, Western Illinois University continues to be in the top tier of Midwest Universities, ranked No. 60 in the first tier of the best schools.
Due to affordable tuition and a practice of admitting applicants who are driven to succeed, as Western continues to excel, so does its students.…
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Campus happenings
Saturday, Aug. 18
• At 7:30 p.m., Vince Grady Field will host "First Night Fun" for all students. Enjoy an evening of carnival rides, free soda, games and an outdoor movie.
Sunday, Aug. 19
• From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., campus ministries will hold morning services and cookouts afterward, and many have planned evening activities.…
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