Academics

Supporting Academic Achievement:

Creating Opportunity in the Classroom

Your generous support helps each college stay ahead of industry trends and provide life-changing opportunities that set our students up for success. Together, Leathernecks past and present are shaping the future!

📢If you'd like to support a specific department or program, simply type it into the giving form to designate your gift.

🎓 College of Arts & Sciences
Your gift supports a liberal education grounded in the humanities, sciences, and mathematics. CAS prepares students to think critically, communicate clearly, and approach the world with insight.

🎓 College of Business and Technology
Support for the CBT Fund for Excellence fuels scholarships, research, and professional experiences that help students and faculty thrive in a rapidly changing business and technology landscape.

🎓 College of Education & Human Services
Your generosity enriches hands-on learning and community-focused programs that prepare future educators and human service professionals to lead and make a meaningful impact.

🎓 College of Fine Arts and Communication
Gifts to COFAC provide students with transformative learning experiences in the arts, communication, and media. Your support strengthens creative work that enriches both campus and community.

🎓 School of Graduate Studies
Your support advances innovative, student-centered graduate programs that blend teaching, research, and professional development. WIU’s graduate offerings prepare emerging leaders across disciplines.