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Lincoln University’s Jaylan Franks Selected for Prestigious Missouri Governor’s Student Leadership Forum

| February 27, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri student Jaylan Franks was one of 60 collegiate students nominated to represent LU at the 39th Annual...

University News Students
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Working Together: Collaboration Fuels Research, Supports Conservation Efforts

Alex Naughton | February 26, 2026

Collaboration is one of Lincoln University of Missouri’s (LU) greatest strengths. Lincoln works with small farmers, educators, youth...

Cooperative Extension
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Freshman Savion Harris Takes Initiative with Early Internship at the Missouri Capitol

| February 25, 2026

While most Lincoln University Political Science majors complete internships during their junior or senior years, freshman Savion Harris...

Students University News
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Lincoln University School of Nursing Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2026 BSN Program Cohort

| February 25, 2026

The Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) School of Nursing is now accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)...

School of Nursing University News
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Champion of Black History: Lincoln University History Professor Lorenzo Johnston Greene

| February 25, 2026

Lorenzo Johnston Greene, a pioneering African American historian and longtime Lincoln University of Missouri faculty member, reshaped the study of...

University News
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Empowering Missouri’s Workforce: Lincoln University Employment Academy Featured in Jefferson City News Tribune

| February 23, 2026

Lincoln University was recently featured in a Jefferson City News Tribune article by Lizbeth Garcia, highlighting the impact and growth of the...

University News
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Reflecting on Lincoln’s Enduring Mission: News Tribune Editorial

| February 19, 2026

In a recent Jefferson City News Tribune editorial titled, "Lincoln maintains commitment to education through eras," President John...

University News President
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Lincoln University of Missouri Remembers Civil Rights Advocate Rev. Jesse Jackson

| February 18, 2026

The Lincoln University of Missouri community joins the nation in mourning the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Feb. 17. A lifelong...

University News
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Lincoln University in Ebony Magazine 1958: “The School That Was Too Good to Die”

| February 16, 2026

In its March 1958 issue, Ebony magazine featured Lincoln University of Missouri in an article examining the university’s student integration...

University News
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Serving Missouri Communities: Lincoln University Cooperative Extension Across Generations

Jenny Marie Lawrence | February 11, 2026

For generations, Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) has used agriculture to connect education with everyday needs across Missouri. That mission,...

Cooperative Extension
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Lincoln University's Master’s in Education in Counseling Earns National ASCA Recognition

Sara Henderson | February 10, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri’s Master of Education in Counseling program has earned national recognition from the American School Counselor...

Academics
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Statement on Events Hosted on the Lincoln University Campus

| February 09, 2026

Statement on Events Hosted on the Lincoln University Campus

University News
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Student Leader Spotlight: January 2026

Sara Henderson | February 05, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri recognizes junior Gabriel Williams as January Student Leader of the Month for his exceptional leadership, academic...

Academics
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Lincoln's Elizabeth Dorssom Publishes New Research on Congressional Elections

| February 04, 2026

Elizabeth Dorssom, assistant professor of political science at Lincoln University of Missouri, has published new research analyzing congressional...

Faculty/Staff Academics Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Lincoln University Senior Christian Williams Recognized on National Stage Through HBCU Honors

Sara Henderson | February 01, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri celebrates senior Marketing major Christian Williams for his selection to the BET HBCU Honors Program, recognizing...

Alumni
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Lincoln University of Missouri Celebrates Black History Month While Honoring 160 Years of Legacy and Leadership

| February 01, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri celebrates Black History Month 2026 during its 160th anniversary with educational, cultural and community events...

160th
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Joseph Simmons Jr.'s Trailblazing Journey to Becoming UNLV's First Black Male Ph.D. in Special Education

Sara Henderson | January 30, 2026

Joseph Simmons Jr. ’12 recently became the first Black male to earn a Ph.D. in special education at the University of Nevada, Las...

University News Alumni
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Honor Society Gamma Sigma Delta Launches Chapter at Lincoln University

Sarah E. Davis | January 29, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) officially launched its first chapter of Gamma Sigma Delta, the international Honor Society of Agriculture and...

Cooperative Extension
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Lincoln University Alumnus William Stanford Davis Earns Fifth NAACP Image Award Nomination for "Abbott Elementary"

Sara Henderson | January 29, 2026

Lincoln University alumnus William Stanford Davis earns his fifth consecutive NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a...

Alumni
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From Lincoln University to Leading St. Louis Schools: Myra Berry's Journey

Sara Henderson | January 26, 2026

Myra M. Berry, a proud Lincoln University alumna, was appointed interim superintendent of St. Louis Public Schools in October 2025, bringing more...

Alumni
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Summer Internship Offers On-Farm Conservation Experience to Undergraduate Students

Alex Naughton | January 20, 2026

A paid internship with the From the Ground Up project will give Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) undergraduate students the chance to gain...

Cooperative Extension
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Lincoln University Commemorates 160 Years of Educational Excellence at 2026 Founders’ Day Convocation

Sara Henderson | January 16, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri kicked off its year-long 160th anniversary celebration with the annual Founders’ Day Convocation on Thursday,...

University News
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Lincoln University Research Advances Food Safety and Nutrition Awareness

Alex Naughton | January 16, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri research is examining how nanoparticles used in agriculture move through soil and crops, with implications for food...

Cooperative Research University News
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January 14: The Day Lincoln University of Missouri’s Story Began

| January 14, 2026

On January 14, 1866, the foundation of Lincoln University was set in motion when soldiers of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantry...

University News
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Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom Named MA in Community and Economic Development Program Coordinator

Sara Henderson | January 12, 2026

Lincoln University has named Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom program coordinator for its online Master of Arts in Community and Economic Development program,...

University News Graduate and Professional Studies