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Marc Talluto

Titan Supporter, Serial Entrepreneur Marc Talluto '94 to Speak at May 4 Commencement

April 18, 2025 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

Long-time supporter of the entrepreneurial programs at Illinois Wesleyan, alumnus Marc Talluto '94, will deliver the University’s commencement address on Sunday, May 4.

Groundbreaking ceremony for The Petrick Idea Center

New Era of Entrepreneurship Begins at IWU with The Petrick Idea Center Groundbreaking

April 16, 2025 | By Julia Perez

Illinois Wesleyan University celebrated a milestone moment on Tuesday during a groundbreaking ceremony for The Petrick Idea Center, marking the transition from planning to physical construction.

IWU biology major Elliott Notrica

Notrica '26 Speaks at International Mold Conference, Grows Fermentation Business

March 28, 2025 | By Julia Perez

Mold is something that many might fear and avoid, but Elliott Notrica ‘26 says let it grow — or rather, ferment.

Petrick Idea Center

Groundbreaking Ceremony Planned for The Petrick Idea Center

March 18, 2025 | By Julia Perez

On April 15, Illinois Wesleyan University will break ground on the much-anticipated Petrick Idea Center, a space designed to foster collaboration and creativity across disciplines.

titan new venture challenge presentation with microphone

Four IWU Students Receive Funding to Develop Ideas Through Titan New Venture Challenge

December 9, 2024 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

Four Illinois Wesleyan University students were awarded grants by showcasing their ideas through the Titan New Venture Challenge on Nov. 13.

students in front of vacation rental property

Students Manage Nearby Vacation Rental Through Internship with Talluto '94

November 11, 2024 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

A team of Illinois Wesleyan University students had the chance to renovate, list and manage a home near campus as an Airbnb and VRBO rental property last summer through an internship led by Marc Talluto '94.

Prakash McMillan Forbes

Prakash ‘24, McMillan ‘25 Attend Forbes Under 30 Summit

October 24, 2024 | By Jeffery Woodard '28

Two Illinois Wesleyan University physics majors, Roshan Prakash '24 and Joelle McMillan '25, attended the Forbes Under 30 Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Sept. 22-25.

 Alumni featured on panel Dudash, Williams, Jenkins, and Green

Alumni Entrepreneurs and Innovators Celebrated at Homecoming

September 27, 2024 | By Julia Perez

Certified financial planner and business founder Steve Dudash '99 will be honored as the 2024 IWU Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year at a luncheon during Illinois Wesleyan University homecoming celebrations. A panel featuring successful alumni innovators...

can of IWU Brew on wooden tabletop

'IWU Brew' to Debut at Homecoming Through DESTIHL Brewery Collab

September 18, 2024 | By Abbie Graue '25

Illinois Wesleyan University is partnering with DESTIHL Brewery, of Normal, to release a custom beer named “IWU Brew.”

Marissa Hagler

Hagler ’25 Joins Leading Female Entrepreneurs at Harvard Conference

May 13, 2024 | By Julia Perez

Through an exclusive invitation, Marissa Hagler ’25 traveled to Harvard University in April to participate in the inaugural Female Founder’s Circle.