A Winning Tradition

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IWU has become known as the and university, and you’re about to find out why. J.D. is a senior majoring in Business Administration with a minor in Advocacy. A Leader on the track and in student government, he’s a perfect example of the way students at Illinois Wesleyan get to explore their multiple interests and talents. Passing the baton to you, J.D., take it away.

– Thanks for that introduction, Alex. Growing up in a small town and attending a small school, I was involved in many things. I ran cross-country and track, started on the scholastic school team, dove in the student government and even played a prince in the school musical. I knew in college, I wanted to continue to be involved in as many things as possible. Going into my college search, I was looking at places as big and small. After visiting a few schools, I quickly learned that a bigger school, doesn’t necessarily mean bigger opportunities. Illinois Wesleyan University, offers a breadth of opportunities for students who want that well-rounded experience. In my time at IWU, I’ve competed at a high level on the cross-country and track teams, advocated for the student body through my role as vice president, and even jump-started my career goals by landing four different internships. By being a well-rounded student, my opportunities after IWU will be bountiful. In fact, 96.8% of the class of 2021, have jobs or are continuing their education. That makes us at IWU ranked number one in Illinois for job placement and number seven in the nation. That only was an experience, we’ll do that for you. Something I appreciate as an athlete only at Wesleyan is that our coaches are committed to us getting a stellar education first and foremost, and yet our teams win. IWU has nine National Division III Championships, and we’re ranked in the top 25 for Academic All-Americans, for all NCAA colleges in the US. IWU truly is that and university, you can be this and that. I was an all-conference tracked athlete and an elected leader on campus. What will your and experience be? Well, that’s my story y’all. I hope to see you rocking that Titan Green soon, since, well, Titan Green is over everything, #TGOE. Back to you, Alex.

– Very impressive, J.D. Thank you for highlighting Illinois Wesleyan’s tradition of winning. There’s another IWU tradition I learned about that I really love. Each year, during new student orientation, first year students chalk their college goals, around aspiration fountain, setting their dreams and intentions in motion. Four years later, in the very same spot, faculty and staff proudly chalk the names of each and every graduate celebrating all the goals achieved and dreams realized. What a powerful, powerful tradition.