Hollywood Stars Film Package

The Hollywood Stars Film Package is a significant new collection of movies showcasing the work of a number of major stars. The package, which includes many films never-before-seen on public television, explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers.

From Marilyn Monroe in Bus Stop and Audrey Hepburn in The Nun's Story to Sigourney Weaver in Aliens and Paul Newman in Cool Hand Luke, viewers will have the chance to enjoy an exciting array of noteworthy performances.

Saturday, May 18

Call Northside 777, 8 p.m. - A Chicago newsman (James Stewart) digs up the story of a scrubwoman's son (Richard Conte) who has been framed for murder. Also starring Lee Cobb.

Rain Man, 10 p.m. - A wheeler-dealer (Tom Cruise) meets his brother (Dustin Hoffman), an institutionalized autistic-savant and heir to $3 million. Also starring Valeria Golino.

165 Miles for USO of Illinois

Hit-Mix 88.9 is proud to call Brian Andries one of its own, especially in light of his most recent philanthropic efforts! Andries walked 165 miles from Oswego to Charleston in an effort to raise money for USO of Illinois.

Brian was recently featured in Eastern Illinois University's EIU360 online magazine, and the story includes an on-air interview with our own Rob Calhoun! Make sure you check it out!

Rick Steves Special:
Rome - Eternally Engaging

In this hour-long travel special, Rick Steves explores the "Eternal City" of Rome, a grand and ancient metropolis rich with exquisite art, vibrant culture and centuries of history. Rick traces the rise and fall of classical Rome, meanders through the heart of Bernini's Baroque Rome and makes a pilgrimage to the Vatican. Then, he uncovers the charms of hidden neighborhoods filled with character and energy, enjoys a Roman feast, and mixes and mingles with the locals during an early-evening stroll through the city's romantic nightspots.

My WEIU Story - Zach Nugent

My name is Zach Nugent and I co-anchor Black Hills FOX News at 9 weeknights in Rapid City, South Dakota. I first became interested in journalism as a freshman at Eastern Illinois University. An academic adviser encouraged me to take a news writing class as an elective, and I fell in love with the field of journalism.

Shortly into my freshman year, I began volunteering at WEIU and continued for nearly five years as I completed my undergraduate and graduate coursework. I can honestly say I learned more from the hands-on experience I received at WEIU than in any single class I took. Starting behind the cameras, I had a chance to work from the bottom up and get a true feel for every position in a working newsroom. From operating a camera and teleprompter, to live reporting and anchoring, WEIU gave me the opportunity to explore and find my niche.

Upon graduating, I applied to stations across the country and pursued an opportunity as a weekend anchor and producer/weekday reporter in South Dakota, and within 18 months I was promoted to weeknight co-anchor. Everyday I still think of the lessons and values I learned through my time at WEIU. Whether out in the field reporting, behind the desk anchoring or picking up any odd production jobs around my current station, I am able to do it with the confidence and drive that was instilled in my by the staff at WEIU.

We've got graduation covered!

In case you couldn't attend EIU's spring commencement ceremonies and missed our live stream of the events, DVD copies are available in our online store to help you preserve these once-in-a-lifetime memories forever!

• Buy Your Graduation DVD Online

Masterpiece Classic!: Mr. Selfridge

F.W. Woolworth tries to undercut his old friend and competitor, Harry, who gives the discount king a run for his money. The temperature rises with Agnes and Henri.

About the Series

This mini-series is a dramatization of the real-life story of Harry Gordon Selfridge, the flamboyant and visionary American founder of the famous London department store that revolutionized the modern shopping experience. Created by Andrew Davies (Little Dorrit) with Jeremy Piven (Entourage) in the title role.

Frances Murphy - Charleston, IL

"I appreciate the partnership WEIU has had with child care providers in our area through Child Care Resource and Referral."

WEIU membership is important to Frances, and you can also be a proud member!

Dale von Behrens - Mattoon, IL

"For children’s education, you're tops! A family in this area that has children should definitely be a member of WEIU."

WEIU membership is important to Dale, and you can also be a proud member!

Andrea McKenna - Program Manager

When Did You Start at WEIU? June 2012

Favorite Show on WEIU-TV: Masterpiece Classic, such as Downton Abbey, Birdsong and Mr. Selfridge and Masterpiece Mystery such as Sherlock, Inspector Lewis and Wallender. The best of British television drama comes right to your TV without commercial interruption! What's not to like?

What have you learned while working at WEIU? Coming from a very different market in Texas, I've had to quickly learn about the community that WEIU serves, and I've become very fond of it. As I've gotten to know the staff at WEIU, I've learned how dedicated they are to bringing the kind of quality television that has relevance to the community, but still entertains and stimulates viewers — no easy feat in the age of 200 channels.

Why should someone become a member of WEIU? The question should be "Why wouldn't someone become a member of WEIU?" If you've ever enjoyed the wide range of programming WEIU provides; if your children or grandchildren have ever learned about letters or numbers or even social skills from the 11.5 hours of stimulating, non-violent and educational kids' programming WEIU provides each day; if you've been able to experience an opera or a Shakespearean play or a rock concert or a Broadway show that you wouldn't otherwise have had access to; if you've learned to knit or do woodworking or to cook by watching WEIU's programming, then why shouldn't you be a member of WEIU?

Is WEIU as important to you as it is to Andrea? Become a member today!