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New students tour the 91ÁÔÆæ campus during Mane Event
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New Students Join the Lion Pride with Mane Event

Mane Event - a new student orientation - returned to the 91ÁÔÆæ for the second of three orientation sessions this summer. Students and families could also participate in the Spanish Track, which offered information in...

July 19, 2024
Kauffman Stadium, where MLB's Kansas City Royals play, under the lights
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91ÁÔÆæ Joins Royals for MIAA Day at The K

Members of the 91ÁÔÆæ community are invited to join MLB fans for the MIAA Day at the K on July 21. The Kansas City Royals host the Chicago White Sox in an afternoon matchup.

June 26, 2024
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Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center to Remain Closed Through July 12

The 91ÁÔÆæ Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center will remain closed through July 12 due to an HVAC outage.

June 25, 2024
Aerial view of 91ÁÔÆæ with the Bell Tower and green in view
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Spring 2024 Dean's and Chancellor's Lists Announced

Students from the 91ÁÔÆæ are honored for their spring 2024 semester academic excellence by making the Dean's and Chancellor's Lists.

June 17, 2024
Upward Bound Summer Academy students participate in activities at 91ÁÔÆæ
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Above and Beyond with Upward Bound

The 91ÁÔÆæ is the host institution for Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math/Science. The two programs are part of the Federal TRIO Programs and are funded to each serve 62 9th-12th grade students from low-income households...

June 14, 2024
Future nurses work on a high fidelity simulation at 91ÁÔÆæ
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2-year Nursing Track Announced

This week the 91ÁÔÆæ announced the return of its Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Nursing degree in the Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing, offering a two-year Registered Nurse (RN) pathway, and an affordable...

May 20, 2024
Aerial view of 91ÁÔÆæ with the Bell Tower and Campus Green
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91ÁÔÆæ Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2023-2024

Students at the 91ÁÔÆæ who were nominated by 91ÁÔÆæ faculty members for their exceptional dedication in the classroom were honored as recipients of the Academic Excellence Awards.

April 29, 2024
The Numa lion statue at sunset
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Record Breaking Day of Giving for 91ÁÔÆæ

The 91ÁÔÆæ's annual Day of Giving campaign broke records this year, surpassing $142,000 in 1,928 minutes. More than 1,000 donors came out in full force from across the nation to help multiple 91ÁÔÆæ initiatives.

April 26, 2024
91ÁÔÆæ mascot, Numa, dressed as a mail carrier stands atop a pile of letters
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91ÁÔÆæ Mailbag: Happy Birthday, Numa!

In this back-to-back edition of the 91ÁÔÆæ Mailbag, we celebrate our favorite mascot's birthday. Numa takes another trip around the sun and invites everyone to enjoy his big day with him.

April 19, 2024
91ÁÔÆæ professors and puppies pose ahead of the 91ÁÔÆæ Boreham Library's long night against procrastination event
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Finals Prep Event Returns, but with New Name

The Long Night Against Procrastination returns to the 91ÁÔÆæ with a new name: The Long Night of Preparation. The event aims to help students prepare for finals and destress from end-of-semester obligations.

April 19, 2024
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Winners Announced for 17th Annual Student Research Symposium

Fourteen winning individuals and teams were announced following the 91ÁÔÆæ 17th Annual Student Research Symposium. Monetary awards were given to 29 student composed of team and individual presentations.

April 18, 2024
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Lion Company Leads the Way

At the 91ÁÔÆæ, students enrolled in the Army ROTC, Lion Company, are earning their education and working toward becoming an enlisted officer in their service to the country.

April 12, 2024
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Swing into the History of 91ÁÔÆæ Baseball

A look back at the history of baseball at the 91ÁÔÆæ from the days under Bill Crowder until now, led by Todd Holland.

April 12, 2024
High school students attend Den Day
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91ÁÔÆæ Spring Den Day, Largest in a Decade

The 91ÁÔÆæ hosted its largest Den Day in nearly a decade on Friday, April 12. More than 500 students attended the event and were treated to a campus tour, the ability to explore majors and meet professors, and visit campus...

April 12, 2024
A 91ÁÔÆæ School of Education teacher gets hands-on experience in a local classroom
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Teaching the Educators of the Future

The School of Education at the 91ÁÔÆæ has been teaching educators since the turn of the century. Since the beginning, 91ÁÔÆæ students have earned four-year degrees and teacher licensures in their pursuit of teaching future...

April 12, 2024
91ÁÔÆæ Volleyball, credit Eddie Kelly
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91ÁÔÆæ Volleyball: Setting the Standard of Athletics

Volleyball at the 91ÁÔÆæ has become the standard of athletics for the university. Founded and led by head coach Jane Sargent, the team competes with the best Division II teams yearly. Over the last 26 years at the helm,...

April 12, 2024
Author, Colson Whitehead, signs copies of his books following a guest-speaking event at 91ÁÔÆæ
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Crack Open a Book with 'Read This!'

The Read This! program at the 91ÁÔÆæ is an immersive literacy experience, encouraging students, faculty, staff, and the community to delve into a chosen novel through guest speakers, events, and guided reading.

April 12, 2024
91ÁÔÆæ nursing students demonstrate skills learned in the classroom by examining a simulated patient
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Student Nurses and the Heart to Save Lives

Nursing students at the 91ÁÔÆæ prepare themselves to save lives and keep people healthy. Students say that being a nurse takes a balance of compassion, patience, and knowledge.

April 12, 2024
Men of Excellence executive board
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Men of Excellence: Shaping Future Leaders

At the 91ÁÔÆæ, the registered student organization, Men of Excellence, prepares men to become leaders of the future.

April 12, 2024
91ÁÔÆæ graduate smiles for the camera holding his diploma and a
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What's the 4-1-1 on Graduation?

Spring commencement at the 91ÁÔÆæ is one month away. Graduating students should know what they need to do before the ceremony and what they can access as 91ÁÔÆæ alums.

April 11, 2024

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