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Illinois Wesleyan University

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D-Diversity
B-Guys
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B-Athletics
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Academics

“The teachers at Wesleyan are great (at least in the philosophy department), and the classes are always interesting.”

Diversity

There is diversity everywhere, from the obvious forms of diversity like race to others such as political stands and religious preferences.”

Guys & Girls

“Lots of pretty girls, I think. The guys have got to work a little bit harder.”

Athletics

“Intramural sports aren’t very big, but if you can get enough people together, you can always start something.”
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Academics

If Illinois Wesleyan were a standardized test, it would be equal parts multiple choice and short essay. There are just as many business major jocks as there are pretentious philosophy students. IWU is renowned for its nursing program and its preparatory work for students seeking graduate degrees. The liberal arts approach is apparent in the wide range of general education studies required for graduation. The fine arts programs are strenuous, and most students enrolled in music, art, or theater overload on...

Diversity

IWU is not very racially diverse because an overwhelming number of the students are white. That isn’t to say that the school isn’t diverse. There are students from all over the world and from all walks of life. In the same classroom, you might encounter a basketball player from inner-city Detroit, a violinist from Maine, an exchange student from the mountains of Nepal, and an artist from Bulgaria. What Wesleyan lacks in racial diversity it can account for in diverse lifestyle differences. Students have many...

Guys & Girls

The guys at IWU all try to work out, but some just don’t stick with it. Those that do are usually readily identifiable athletes, what with their sculpted muscles and good form. The others hang out and try to do something with their soft musculature, usually to no avail. Guys that don’t at least try to hit the weights make up for their lack of physical prowess with wit or charm. A lot of the guys don’t need to work out because they’ve got a really great sense of humor. The most personable and approachable...

Athletics

Athletics at IWU live in the minds and imaginations of the fans, more so than in any real competition. There is a rich history of rivalries and professional stars that started out as Titans, stories of great players and quiet lessons. Retired basketball coach Denny Bridges is a campus legend. He’s still involved with the athletics department, but only plays a small role. He led the Wesleyan basketball squad to the finals a few years in a row and finally won the national championship. Since then, basketball...
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