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Slim & Husky’s Pizza Opens at Lincoln University During Centennial Homecoming Celebration

November 13, 2025

Lincoln University’s Centennial Homecoming celebration featured a flavorful highlight this year — the grand opening of Slim &...

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Lincoln University Expands Career-Focused Programs at Fort Leonard Wood and St. Robert Campuses

November 04, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri has expanded educational opportunities for students in the Fort Leonard Wood region. Through new, career-focused...

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Nike and Lincoln University Partner to Power the “Walk It Out 3K” During Centennial Homecoming Celebration

October 29, 2025

As part of Lincoln University of Missouri’s historic Centennial Homecoming Celebration, Nike will partner with the University to present the...

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Dr. James Frank smiling on the cover of Seasons of the Journey: The Biography of Dr. James Frank.

Former LU President and Alumnus Honored in New Biography — Now Available at the Lincoln Bookstore

October 27, 2025

A newly released biography, Seasons of the Journey: The Biography of Dr. James Frank, chronicles the life and legacy of Dr. James Frank, an African...

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Lincoln University of Missouri to Celebrate Centennial Homecoming October 26 to November 1

October 27, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri is preparing for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration as the institution marks the 100th anniversary of its...

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Pamela Sandbothe named Vice President of Administration and Finance at Lincoln University professional headshot with Lincoln logo

Lincoln University Names Pam Sandbothe as Financial VP

September 24, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri has hired CPA Pamela Sandbothe to serve as vice president of administration and finance. She begins her duties at...

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Lincoln University Earns National Accreditation for Educator Preparation Programs

September 17, 2025

The Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) has awarded full seven-year accreditation to Lincoln University’s...

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Lincoln University EMT Fall 2025 Students Receive Full Tuition Support Through AT&T Grant

September 15, 2025

The Fall 2025 cohort of Lincoln University’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate program will have their tuition fully covered,...

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Lincoln University Celebrates the Launch of the 2025-26 Academic Year at Opening Convocation

September 09, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri celebrated the start of the 2025-26 academic year with its annual Opening Convocation on Thursday, September 4, in...

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Lincoln University of Missouri Celebrates Grand Reopening of Dawson Hall

August 13, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri celebrated the grand reopening of Dawson Hall on Aug. 12, marking the completion of a $23 million renovation of the...

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Lincoln University School of Education Receives National Recognition for Excellence in Literacy Teacher Preparation

July 23, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri's School of Education has received national recognition from the International Literacy Association (ILA) for...

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Lincoln University Names New Agriculture Dean

July 23, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri has hired Johnnie Westbrook as dean of the College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Sciences. In his new...

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Kalem Graham Named Director of Bands at Lincoln University of Missouri

July 09, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri is proud to announce the appointment of Kalem Graham as the new director of bands. Graham brings 18 years of...

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Cornelius Brownlee Selected for AASCU’s 2025 Emerging Leaders Program

July 08, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri Assistant Dean of Student Conduct and Community Standards, Cornelius Brownlee, M.S., Ed.S., has been selected as one...

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Headshot of Ashton Cleveland, smiling and wearing glasses, a suit, and tie. Text on the right reads: "2025–2026 Millennium Leadership Initiative. Ashton Cleveland, Chief Operating Officer, Lincoln University of Missouri." The logo of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) is in the top right corner, with a label "Millennium Leadership Initiative" below it.

Lincoln University Chief Operating Officer Ashton Cleveland Selected for AASCU’s 2025 Millennium Leadership Initiative Cohort

June 10, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri Chief Operating Officer Ashton Cleveland, J.D., Ed.D., has been selected as one of 26 distinguished higher...

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From Struggle to Success: The Lincoln University Employment Academy Empowers Nontraditional Students in Inaugural Semester

June 05, 2025

Juggling single parenting, full-time jobs and financial stress can make the goal of higher education and a stable career feel out of reach. But for...

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Lincoln University of Missouri Launches New Online Master’s Program in Community and Economic Development

May 29, 2025

Individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in their communities will soon have a new pathway to advance their careers. In fall 2025, Lincoln...

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Lincoln University of Missouri Announces Spring 2025 Dean’s List

May 20, 2025

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

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Dorothy Lathan receives honorary degree during Lincoln University’s 2025 commencement ceremony alongside university leadership.

Lincoln University Honors Trail-Blazing Alumna Dorothy Lathan at Commencement

May 19, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri bestowed an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters on alumna Dorothy Lathan during Commencement ceremonies May 10....

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Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy Celebrates 14th Graduating Class

May 19, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri graduated twelve new law enforcement professionals at a commencement ceremony on May 9 in Pawley Theatre in MLK Hall...

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Lincoln University of Missouri to Celebrate Class of 2025 Commencement May 10

April 29, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri will celebrate commencement for the Class of 2025 on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Organized by schools, all commencement...

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Lincoln University Wins Fulbright Award to Host a Scholar in Residence

April 16, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) has won a Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence award that will support a Mozambican scholar’s teaching and...

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Lincoln University of Missouri Statement on Reaching Resolution with LUAA on Trademarks

April 08, 2025

The Board of Curators of Lincoln University of Missouri today released the following statement after successfully resolving a legal dispute with...

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Lincoln University of Missouri and LUAA Reach Resolution on Copyrights and Trademarks

April 08, 2025

The Board of Curators of Lincoln University of Missouri and the Lincoln University of Missouri Alumni Association, Inc. (LUAA) jointly announced...

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Rhonda Allen-Lewis to Deliver Keynote Address at Lincoln University Honors Convocation

March 26, 2025

Rhonda Allen-Lewis will serve as the keynote speaker for Lincoln University of Missouri’s 2025 Honors Convocation. The event will take place...

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