By Crystal Donaldson

BLOOMINGTON – Illinois Wesleyan University is in the sixth year of its 24 hour ‘All in for Wesleyan’ donation campaign.

Alumni, parents and friends of the university are encouraged to take part in this year’s ‘think bigger’ theme by giving back to the school to impact the lives of current and future students.

The campaign includes various games and events. One of which is a big red inflatable chair to inspire students to think big.

Sophomore Allison Henry said IWU has helped her do just that.

“I’m from a really small town and coming to Wesleyan has shown me that I need to think bigger,” said Henry. “Going outside of my comfort zone, I’m studying abroad this summer. All these things that I never pictured myself doing, but here we are.”

Associate Director of Annual Giving, Carly Wilson, said the life sized checkers, billiards and other games also provide a fun atmosphere for students.

“We really just want our students to enjoy the day on campus so that when they’re alumni they remember it as a fun day on campus and hopefully will be able to give back,” Wilson said.

Wilson also said the school has no specific goal but she hopes supporters can give back as much as possible.

The ‘All in for Wesleyan’ campaign ends at midnight after their final event, trivia night.

Crystal Donaldson can be reached at [email protected].