2026 Archives

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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

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

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

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 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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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
Christian Williams, a Lincoln University of Missouri Marketing major, sits on stage holding a microphone at the BET HBCU Honors event.

Lincoln University Senior Christian Williams Recognized on National Stage Through HBCU Honors

February 01, 2026

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

Alumni
Joseph Simmons Jr. poses in doctoral regalia with a gray gown, red accents, and a red doctoral cap, marking his achievement as a Ph.D. graduate in special education.

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

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

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"

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

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

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 Research Advances Food Safety and Nutrition Awareness

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

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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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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Lincoln University Honors the Cooper Family as 2026 Family of the Year

January 12, 2026

Lincoln University is proud to announce that the Cooper family will be recognized as the 2026 Family of the Year, an honor that celebrates their...

160th Alumni University News
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Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom Named MA in Community and Economic Development Program Coordinator

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
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Lincoln University’s Christine Boston and Alumni Featured in Missouri Humanities Prairie Home Video

January 06, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri’s Christine E. Boston, associate professor of anthropology and sociology, and alumni Travis Barrett (B.S....

University News Alumni
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Go Global with Lincoln University: Study in Mozambique

January 06, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri will offer undergraduates a unique global learning experience in 2026 through the Mozambique Study Abroad Program....

Students University News
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Lincoln University Appoints Tikiy`a Henry as Assistant Dean for Student Engagement

January 05, 2026

Lincoln University of Missouri has appointed Tikiy`a Henry, Ed.D., as assistant dean for student engagement. A native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida,...

University News
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2026 Great Plains Growers Conference Set for Jan. 8–10

January 05, 2026

The Great Plains Growers Conference (GPGC) will return to St. Joseph in January, bringing three days of workshops, conference tracks and a...

Cooperative Extension