The land for Western Illinois University was donated to the state of Illinois by Macomb's Freemasons (Illinois Lodge #17). Macomb was in direct competition with Quincy, Illinois, and other candidates as the site for a "western" university. Suck it, Quincy. . . Send pics, get edits - link in bio. . . #quincyil #westernillinoisuniversity #illinois #highjump #athlete #trackandfield #sports #sportsedits #committed