WIU Social Media Lab

09/25/2026

09/23/2026

Sometimes developing communication skills looks like a presentation in class. Sometimes, it looks like this. 😊

Swipe for a glimpse behind the scenes.

StudentExperience

09/21/2026

🌹˓ 𓄹 ˖ . ℒ𝓊𝓅𝒾 . ˖ ⸰ 𖥔 and London recently explored the VR Station at the Social Media Lab. We caught up with them afterward to hear about their experience.

VR is not only about entertainment. It can give students opportunities to explore new environments, interact with Technology in different ways , and discover new ways of learning .

📍 WIU Social Media Lab | Malpass Library 184 Level 1.

09/15/2026

📌Here is your reminder: you do not have to be perfect to start😊.

Social media can be a space to share what you are learning, develop your creativity, practice new skills, build your personal brand, and document your growth.

Start with what you have. Show the process. Share your experiences. Let people see the person behind the content.

You can improve as you go. 💜💛

“LESS PERFECTION, MORE AUTHENTICITY“

09/15/2026

Here’s your reminder: you do not have to be perfect to start😊.

Social media it self is not perfect. It can be a space to share what you are learning, develop your creativity, practice new skills, build your personal brand, and document your growth.

Start with what you have. Show the process. Share your experiences. Let people see the person behind the content.

You can improve as you go. 💜💛

“LESS PERFECTION, MORE AUTHENTICITY “

09/14/2026

Public speaking gets better with practice.

The Podcast Studio at the Social Media Lab gives students a space to practice speaking, strengthen their delivery, build confidence, and gain hands-on experience with podcasting and broadcasting technology.

🎙️ Ready to practice and enhance your skills? THe Social media Lab is here for you .
You can Book the Podcast Studio through the link in our bio.

📍 Social Media Lab | Malpass Library, Room 184

CommunicationSkills StudentSuccess

09/10/2026

Here is how to book the Podcast Studio. ⬇️⬇️

Booking your podcast session at the Social Media Lab is simple:

1. 🔗 Click the link in our bio
2. Select “Book Your Slot”
3. 📅 Choose your preferred available date and time
4. Confirm your booking
5. 🎙️ Come to the Social Media Lab for your scheduled session!

Plans changed?
No problem. You can also modify or cancel your booking through the booking link.

Whether you are working on an academic project, practicing your communication skills, or creating a podcast, the podcast studio is here for you.

📍 Social Media Lab | Malpass Library, Room 184

DigitalMedia

09/09/2026

Have you checked out our AI Station yet?

The AI Station is a space to explore, learn, and discover how AI can support your academic journey.

Come try it out and see what you can learn!

📍 Social Media Lab | Malpass Library, Room 184 Level 1

09/08/2026

Behind the content we see every day are people building strategies, studying audiences, creating campaigns, analyzing data, managing communities, and telling stories.

And those skills can lead to careers in areas like:

📱 Social Media Management
🎥 Content Creation
📊 Digital Marketing
🎤 Public Relations
📈 Digital Marketing Specialist

The best part? You can start building many of these skills while you are still in school.

The Social Media Lab gives the WIU community a space to learn, create, experiment, and gain hands-on experience with digital media.

📍 Social Media Lab | Malpass Library 184 Level 1
Monday & Wednesday : 12pm - 4pm
Tuesday , Thursday & Friday : 11am - 3pm

careerdevelopment

09/04/2026

Have an idea worth sharing? Turn it into a conversation.

The podcast space at the WIU Social Media Lab gives students an opportunity to get hands-on experience with recording and digital content creation.

Podcasting isn’t only about starting a podcast. It can help you practice public speaking, interviewing, storytelling, research, and communicating ideas clearly skills that can support classroom presentations, projects, and future careers.

And you don’t have to know how everything works before you come in. We can help you get started.

What would your first podcast be about? 👇

📍 Social Media Lab | Malpass Library 184
Monday- Friday
12pm - 4pm
📲 WIU Social Media Lab

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