WIU Social Media Lab

12/19/2025

Happy holidays twins!!
The lab is logging off, but the creativity never sleeps 💜✨
Take this time to rest, recharge, eat good, sleep better, and come back ready to create, post, and slay even harder 🔥🎄

12/19/2025

Happy Holidays Twins! The digital world is taking a breather, but inspiration never sleeps 💜✨ Take this time to rest, refuel, and come back ready to dominate your feed with fresh ideas and energy 🔥🎄

12/16/2025

Ready to show off some of your social media skills? WIU is hiring!

12/10/2025

We have big things happening this spring and we could use your help! If you would like to be an intern at the lab, please let us know ASAP! Contact Dr. Josh Averbeck for more info [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

12/01/2025

🧠 Feeling lost online?
Scams, fake news, sketchy links.it’s a lot 😮‍💨

This 1-min video breaks down what digital literacy actually means and how to stay sharp 👀
No tech degree needed. Just real tips you can actually use.

11/05/2025

Have an old video game system collecting dust? Wish it was used more? Donate it to the lab!

We are growing our ‘Nostalgia Cart.’ Kids these days don’t appreciate the classics like Atari and Nintendo. Helping educate them! Contact us to arrange a drop off or pickup.

10/28/2025

POV: it’s and the Lab is cooking up the next viral idea 👀💡 stay tuned.

”

10/21/2025

Social media horror stories that haunt us every night 👻💻
Typos, broken links, and that one post that won’t upload 😭
Add more in the comments

10/21/2025

We all scroll. But not everyone creates.
Social media can be more than memes and late-night reels
it’s a space to learn, grow, and connect. 🌍💡
Watch till the end and see how tiny changes in your online habits can make a huge impact!

🎬 Made with love by the WIU Social Media Lab 💜

10/20/2025

A great resource!

10/20/2025

Multiple clients are in need of interns. We can provide course credit!