2024 Archives

Senior biology major Samuel Ingoli, along with coauthor Dr. Manish Singh, assistant professor of chemistry, presented their at the Missouri Academy of Science Conference.

Lincoln University of Missouri Biology Students Present Research at Missouri Academy of Science Conference

April 23, 2024

Two Lincoln University of Missouri students presented their research at the Missouri Academy of Science Conference, hosted at Missouri Western...

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Lincoln University of Missouri 2020 graduate Kieron Walquist has been selected for two prestigious creative writing fellowships — one with the Monson Arts Center in Monson, Maine, and another with the Vermont Studio Center.

Lincoln University Graduate Kieron Walquist Selected for Prestigious Creative Writing Fellowships

April 22, 2024

Kieron Walquist, a Lincoln University of Missouri 2020 graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis in creative writing, has been...

Alumni English
Lincoln University of Missouri students Max McCarthy, Nia Walker and Alannah Wade were inducted in Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society.

Lincoln University Students Inducted into Pi Sigma Alpha, National Political Science Honor Society

April 19, 2024

Three Lincoln University of Missouri students — Max McCarthy from Jefferson City, Missouri, Nia Walker from Lees Summit, Missouri, and...

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Lincoln University of Missouri

Investigation FAQs

April 18, 2024

The loss of Lincoln University’s Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey, earlier this year is a...

University News
Lincoln University student Ari Starks won first place at the Show Your Stripes Research Showcase for his paper titled, “Blackness and Transness: A Dive into a Unique and Introspective World.” Certificates were presented by event organizer and director of Page Library, Jake Durham.

Fostering Academic and Professional Growth: Lincoln University of Missouri Show Your Stripes Research Showcase 2024

April 12, 2024

On Wednesday, April 3, and Thursday, April 4, Inman E. Page Library at Lincoln University of Missouri hosted the third Show Your Stripes...

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Lincoln University students performed poetry in honor of Sexual Violence Awareness Month for the inaugural “Take a Stand” Poetry Slam.

Empowered Voices: Lincoln University’s Inaugural “Take a Stand” Poetry Slam

April 12, 2024

The Lincoln University of Missouri RSVP Center and Engage hosted the first “Take a Stand” Poetry Slam on Tuesday, April 9, at...

Students
2024 Spring Reading Series on April 23, 2024, at 6:15 p.m. in Pawley Theatre

Lincoln University Presents 2024 Spring Reading Series on April 23

April 12, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri will present its 2024 Spring Reading Series on April 23, 2024, at 6:15 p.m. in Pawley Theatre. Sponsored by the...

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The Clothesline Project exhibit showcases t-shirts designed by survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. Visit the exhibit on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 5:15-7 p.m., in the SUC Ballroom.

Empowering Survivors: Visit the Lincoln University of Missouri Clothesline Project Exhibit April 23

April 08, 2024

Join us in recognizing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) and the opening of Lincoln University of Missouri’s Relationship...

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Senior Makayla Williams and sophomore Alicia Malone presented their research at the Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors’ 41st Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Lincoln University of Missouri Students Attend Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors 41st Annual Conference

April 02, 2024

Two Lincoln University of Missouri social work students — Makayla Williams and Alicia Malone — participated in the Association of...

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Tim Abney, newly appointed Interim Athletic Director at Lincoln University.

Lincoln University Names Tim Abney as Interim Athletic Director

April 01, 2024

Lincoln University has named Tim Abney as Interim Director of Athletics following the departure of Dr. Kevin Wilson, who served as Vice President...

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Lincoln University of Missouri will celebrate commencement for the Class of 2024 on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

Lincoln University of Missouri to Celebrate Class of 2024 Commencement May 11

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Lincoln University of Missouri will celebrate commencement for the Class of 2024 on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Divided by schools, all commencement...

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Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) and Morris Brown College (MBC) have formalized a memorandum of understanding that will provide MBC students with the opportunity to pursue graduate degrees through LU Online.

Lincoln University of Missouri and Morris Brown College Forge Partnership to Boost Student Success

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Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) and Morris Brown College (MBC) have formalized a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at enriching...

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“Working in academia has become the most unimaginably gratifying and beautiful byproduct of a career in writing.” — Elijah Burrell, Lincoln University of Missouri English professor.

Ink and Inspiration: Lincoln University’s Elijah Burrell's Journey to Poetic Success

April 26, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri English professor Elijah Burrell has published a new book of poetry. In this feature, read about his unique...

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Man painting pottery in front of brick wall.

Read the Lewis Rice Investigators' Executive Summary

March 25, 2024

Please read the executive summary submitted to the Board of Curators by Lewis Rice following the firm's independent investigation. This...

Press Release
 Assistant Professor of Political Science Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom published Missouri State Politics: Government in the Show-Me State on January 25, 2024.

Lincoln University of Missouri’s Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom Publishes New Book on Missouri State Politics

March 25, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri’s Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom, assistant professor of political science, recently published a new book —...

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Lincoln University of Missouri

Statement from the Board of Curators

March 21, 2024

The Lincoln University of Missouri Board of Curators has sent an open letter on the conclusion of the independent investigation.

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The Lincoln University of Missouri's 2024 Safety and Security Expo 2024, hosted by the Lincoln University of Missouri Security Sciences Institute, will take place on April 12, 2024, at The LINC.

Lincoln University of Missouri’s 2024 Safety and Security Expo Set for April 12, 2024

March 21, 2024

The Lincoln University of Missouri's 2024 Safety and Security Expo 2024, hosted by the Lincoln University of Missouri Security Sciences...

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Students assess sheep, goats, pigs and cows at various stations during livestock evaluations.

Cultivating Excellence at Lincoln University’s FFA Career Development Experience

March 20, 2024

Over 750 high school students gathered to compete at Lincoln University's College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Sciences (LUCAEHS)...

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Students engaged in a live demonstration of the New Zealand shearing technique.

Preserving Tradition: Sheep Shearing School Draws Enthusiasts from Across the Midwest

March 13, 2024

In dedication to carrying on an age-old craft, small sheep producers from Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Illinois gathered at the George...

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Dr. Troy Frank, associate professor of business at Lincoln University of Missouri, has been recognized with the prestigious 2024 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education. Left to right: Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy, vice chair of COPHE and president of Missouri Western University, Dr. Frank and Carlos Graham from Campus, Community and Government Relations.

LU Professor of Business Dr. Troy Frank Wins 2024 Governor’s Award for Excellence

March 13, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri Professor of Business Dr. Troy Frank has been honored with the 2024 Governor’s Award for Excellence in...

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Lincoln University of Missouri participated in Cyber STL Day at the Cortex CIC, located in the Microsoft Technology Center in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 23.

Empowering Cybersecurity Education: Lincoln University's Success at Cyber STL Day and Future Opportunities with Ameren Missouri's Support

March 11, 2024

On Friday, February 23, Lincoln University of Missouri participated in Cyber STL Day at the Cortex CIC, located in the Microsoft Technology Center...

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Sarah Eber, LUCE's human health and nutrition program coordinator, demonstrates the art of preparing a vibrant and nutritious meal during the Plant, Grow, Eat, Be Healthy workshop series.

Plant, Grow, Eat, Be Healthy Workshop Series Nurtures Community Wellness  

March 06, 2024

In partnership with Lincoln University Cooperative Extension (LUCE), Building Community Bridges (BCB), a nonprofit community organization, launched...

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Lincoln University of Missouri will host the Lincoln NASA-USDA STEAM Summer Camp July 6-14, 2024.

Lincoln University of Missouri to Host NASA STEAM Summer Camp July 6-14

March 03, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri will host the Lincoln NASA-USDA STEAM Summer Camp July 6-14, 2024. This free, nine-day residential summer camp will...

Press Release
Embark on your educational journey with Lincoln University of Missouri's online graduate programs, offering flexibility and excellence.

Online Graduate Degree Programs at Lincoln University — Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2024!

February 19, 2024

Now accepting applications for fall 2024, online degree options at Lincoln University of Missouri (LU Online) provide students with the flexibility...

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On Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the SUC Ballroom, Lincoln University will celebrate Giving Hearts Day, the first initiative of the Becoming a Healthier LU program.

Spread Love, Positivity and Wellness with Lincoln University’s Giving Hearts Day  

February 13, 2024

Spread love and positivity at Lincoln University as we celebrate Giving Hearts Day, the first initiative of the Becoming a Healthier LU program, on...

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Lincoln University of Missouri student Travis Barrett

Lincoln University Student Paper Accepted for Publication in Cambridge Journal of Human Behavior

February 11, 2024

Lincoln University student Travis Barrett has achieved the notable accomplishment of having his research paper, “The Risk of a New Henrietta...

Academics Students
Dr. Ivory Toldson, national director of Education Innovation and Research for the NAACP and former executive director of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities, delivered the keynote address during Lincoln University’s Founders’ Day 2024 celebration. (photo credit: News Tribune)

Lincoln University Honors the Legacy of their Founders and Looks Toward the Future at Founders’ Day 2024

February 09, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri celebrated 158 years of education during the 2024 Founders' Day celebration. The legacy of the 62nd and 65th...

Alumni University News Press Release
Earl and Bille Coachman, along with Billie’s mother, Frances Regina Robinson, are honored by Acting President Dr. Stevie Lawrence II as the 2024 Family of the Year. Ryan Pivoney, Jefferson City News Tribune. 

Legacy and Dedication: Earl and Billie Coachman Honored as 2024 Family of the Year

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Earl and Bille Coachman, Lincoln University of Missouri’s Family of the Year, were recognized at the 2024 Founders’ Day Convocation in...

Alumni University News
Dr. Ivory Toldson will be the keynote speaker for Lincoln University’s 2024 Founders’ Day celebration on February 8.

Former Executive Director of White House Initiative on HBCUs to Headline Lincoln University’s 2024 Founders’ Day Celebration

January 29, 2024

Dr. Ivory Toldson, National Director of Education Innovation and Research for the NAACP and former executive director of the White House Initiative...

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Photo of Dr. Flickfinger's Research

Exploring the Viability of Freshwater Prawns in Fish Farming: Internship Plans for Students from the Federal University of Pará at Lincoln University

January 25, 2024

Dr. Dallas Flickinger, an aquaculture assistant professor at Lincoln University of Missouri (LU), is exploring innovative and viable advancements...

Academics Cooperative Research
Dr. Dorssom’s chapter is titled, “Train the Trainer: A Field Experiment Workshop for Graduate Students & Faculty.”

Lincoln University’s Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom Published in Teaching Experimental Political Science

January 22, 2024

The writing of Lincoln University’s Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom, assistant professor of political science, is featured in the new book, Teaching...

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Lincoln University’s Board of Curators has engaged a team of attorneys in the Higher Education Practice Group of Lewis Rice to conduct an independent review.

Statement from the Lincoln University Board of Curators on Independent Review

January 18, 2024

Lincoln University’s Board of Curators has engaged a team of attorneys led by Ronald Norwood and Jerina Phillips in the Higher Education...

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The State FFA Officer Team takes a group photo together at Lincoln University before traveling to other Greenhand Conferences across the state.

Rising Leaders: More than 300 FFA Members Attend Greenhand Motivational Conference at LU

January 17, 2024

More than 300 first-year Future Farmers of America (FFA) students from 21 high schools journeyed to Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) to attend...

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Dr. Brian Norris’s Foreign Policy class and Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom’s American Executive & Congress class traveled to the White House Decision Center to participate in a simulation.

Lincoln University of Missouri Students Participate in a Simulation at the White House Decision Center

January 16, 2024

During fall semester 2023, Dr. Brian Norris’s Foreign Policy class and Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom’s American Executive & Congress class...

Academics Students
Lincoln University announces interim leadership and administrative changes in the Divisions of Academic and Student Affairs.

Interim Leadership & Administrative Changes in the Divisions of Academic and Student Affairs

January 15, 2024

Effective January 15, 2024, Lincoln University announces the following leadership changes: Dr. DeNeia Thomas becomes Acting Provost, Dr. Jennifer...

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Statement from the Lincoln University Board of Curators

Statement from the Lincoln University Board of Curators

January 12, 2024

Lincoln University’s Board of Curators plans to engage a third-party expert to fully review potential personnel issues and concerns recently...

Press Release
Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey.

Passing of Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey

January 11, 2024

The Lincoln University community is mourning the loss of beloved alum and leader Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey.

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Counseling Services Available for Lincoln University of Missouri students, faculty and staff

Counseling Services Available

January 11, 2024

The mental health and well-being of Lincoln University of Missouri students, staff, and faculty is our utmost concern in times like these and...

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Lincoln University of Missouri announces the Fall 2023 Dean's List.

Lincoln University of Missouri Announces Fall 2023 Dean’s List

January 09, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri is pleased to announce the fall 2023 Dean’s List honorees. The Dean’s List comprises full-time...

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