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Valerie Daniels-Carter speaks at the podium during Lincoln University of Missouri’s Founders’ Day Convocation.

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,...

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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...

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Graphic announcing the Cooper family as Lincoln University of Missouri’s 2026 Family of the Year, featuring campus imagery and the university logo.

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...

Alumni University News
Portrait of Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom, MA in Community and Economic Development program coordinator and assistant professor of political science at Lincoln University.

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
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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
A map of southeastern Africa with Mozambique highlighted in red, next to a photo of students walking together along a garden pathway on a university campus. A blue banner reads ‘Study Abroad!’

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....

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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
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Lincoln University Statement on Academic Integrity and Shared Governance

| December 30, 2025

Academic integrity is and always will be the cornerstone of our mission. The University maintains a rigorous grade review process designed to...

Academics
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Students Build Connections at Career Development Conference

Alex Naughton | December 22, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) sent 11 students to Atlanta in November to strengthen their resumes and build connections at the 1890...

Cooperative Extension
Graduates and instructors from the Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy stand on stage for a group photo during the Fall 2025 graduation ceremony.

Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy Celebrates 17th Graduating Class

Sara Henderson | December 22, 2025

On Friday, December 12, 2025, the Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy (LULETA) celebrated the graduation of its 17th recruit class....

University News Police Academy (LULETA)
The Lincoln University of Missouri Marching Band marches down the street during the Homecoming parade.

2025 in Review: Top 10 Lincoln University Stories

| December 19, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, Lincoln University celebrates a year of historic milestones and campus achievements. From our Centennial Homecoming to...

University News
Lincoln University of Missouri students walk across the stage while shaking hands with university offiicals while at the 2025 Fall Convocation.

Lincoln University of Missouri Leads State in Enrollment Growth for Second Consecutive Year

| December 19, 2025

The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (DHEWD) has released enrollment data for the fall 2025 semester, showing...

University News
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Lincoln University of Missouri Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List

| December 19, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri is pleased to announce the Fall 2025 Dean’s List honorees. The Dean’s List comprises full-time...

Academics Students
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Lincoln University Students and Alumni Earn National Recognition at Major Agriculture Conferences

Sarah E. Davis | December 19, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) students and recent graduates showcased their research on national stages, earning awards and professional...

Cooperative Extension
Nursing students stand on stage during a pinning ceremony at Lincoln University, holding candles and pins while wearing white tops and dark pants.

Eleven Lincoln University of Missouri Nursing Graduates Honored at Pinning Ceremony

Sara Henderson | December 19, 2025

On December 12, 2025, the Lincoln University of Missouri School of Nursing recognized its newest Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduates...

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Lincoln University Athletics Closes 2025 with National Rankings and All-American Honors

| December 18, 2025

The 2025 season marked a strong year for Lincoln University athletics, with notable achievements in men’s basketball, men’s soccer and...

University News
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New Drone to Support and Expand Agricultural Research

Alex Naughton | December 17, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri’s (LU) College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Sciences acquired a new drone recently, opening the...

Cooperative Extension
Dr. Valerie Daniels-Carter featured for Lincoln University’s 2026 Founders’ Day Celebration with LU 160th anniversary graphic

Lincoln University to Celebrate 160 Years at 2026 Founders’ Day

Kathy Casteel | December 17, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri—among the nation’s oldest HBCUs—will mark 160 years of advancing education, opportunity, and...

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Portrait of Dr. Piyusha Singh, Provost at Lincoln University. She is wearing a blue top and smiling, resting her chin on her right hand. The Lincoln University logo is visible in the background.

Lincoln University Names Piyusha Singh as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

| December 15, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri is proud to announce the appointment of Piyusha Singh, Ph.D., as provost and vice president for academic...

University News
Portrait of Darius Watson, Dean of the School of Professional Studies at Lincoln University. He is wearing a blue suit jacket over a checkered shirt and smiling. The Lincoln University logo is visible in the background.

Lincoln University Names Darius Watson as Dean of the School of Professional Studies

| December 15, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri is pleased to announce the appointment of Darius Watson, Ph.D., as dean of the School of Professional Studies....

University News
Farmers take part in a learning session with Lincoln University Cooperative Extension, reviewing soil conditions and discussing management strategies informed by producer input.

LU Brings Extension and Research Together to Address Weather Challenges

Jenny Marie Lawrence | December 11, 2025

In the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, the 1890 land-grant system — made up of 19 universities across the country...

Cooperative Extension
The Lincoln University of Missouri Choir performs a selection of traditional carols and holiday music at the 2025 Holiday Extravaganza.

Lincoln University Hosts Festive 2025 Holiday Extravaganza

| December 08, 2025

Lincoln University welcomed members of the campus and local community on December 2 for its annual holiday celebration, an event designed to bring...

University News
Trinity Richardson, Student Leader of the Month, recognized by Lincoln University’s Division of Student Affairs

Student Leader Spotlight: November 2025

Sara Henderson | December 05, 2025

The Division of Student Affairs is proud to recognize Trinity Richardson as our November Student Leader of the Month. Trinity exemplifies the...

Students