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Elizabeth Morrow, Lincoln University of Missouri student resource director, received the Distinguished Community Service Award at the 39th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Statewide Celebration.

25 in ’25 — Lincoln University Honors MLK Jr. Day and Celebrates Blue Tiger Liz Morrow’s Distinguished Community Service Award

January 20, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) continues its “25 in ‘25” points of pride by honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King...

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Tim Abney

25 in '25 – Lincoln University Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation Tim Abney Received Dual Honors

January 17, 2025

As part of the Lincoln University of Missouri’s “25 in ‘25” points of pride, we celebrate Tim Abney, Lincoln University...

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Dr. Jerome Offord, Jr., Lincoln University Class of 1993 and associate university librarian and chief diversity officer for the Harvard Library, delivered the keynote address for the 2025 Founders' Day convocation.

25 in ’25 – Lincoln University Celebrates Founders’ Day

January 16, 2025

Today, Lincoln University is proud to celebrate the 2025 Founders’ Day Convocation, a cherished tradition that honors the University’s...

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IPM Extension Specialist Anitha Chitturi, Ph.D., examines damaged crops with South Side Farms Manager Jake Smith to assess pest impact and develop tailored solutions for recovery and crop health.

Lincoln University’s Pest Management Program Saves Crops, Strengthening Sustainable Farming and Food Security in Southeast Missouri Community

January 15, 2025

With rising inflation and food costs, more American families are struggling to put food on the table. In food deserts — areas with limited...

Cooperative Extension
Kicking off 2025 with 25 reasons to celebrate Lincoln University. Lincoln received full match of state funds for the land grant for the first time in history.

25 in ’25 – Lincoln University Received Full State Match for the Federal Land Grant

January 15, 2025

Lincoln University, a land-grant institution established under the Second Morrill Act of 1890, received a full state match for its federal...

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Lincoln University of Missouri graduated eight new officers during the LULETA graduation ceremony on December 13.

25 in ’25 — Lincoln University Celebrates 11th Graduating Class of Law Enforcement Training Academy

January 14, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri celebrated the accomplishments of the 11th graduating class of the Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training...

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Lincoln University of Missouri Law Enforcement Training Academy (LULETA) graduate Sara Mealy and Chief Gary Hill.

A Dream Realized: Sara Mealy’s Path to Law Enforcement

January 13, 2025

After setting aside her aspirations for a career in law enforcement more than 30 years ago, Sara Mealy’s determination and passion for law...

Police Academy (LULETA)
Kicking off 2025 with 25 reasons to celebrate Lincoln University.

25 in '25 – Lincoln Partners in $10 Million Project to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices

January 13, 2025

Today, the University highlights Lincoln University scientists who have been participating in a multistate team led by Ohio State University to...

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Kicking off 2025 with 25 reasons to celebrate Lincoln University Lincoln releases its Fall 2024 Dean’s List.

25 in ’25 – Lincoln University of Missouri Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List

January 10, 2025

Today, Lincoln University of Missouri is pleased to announce the fall 2024 Dean’s List honorees. The Dean’s List comprises full-time...

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Lincoln University of Missouri Soldiers Memorial.

25 in '25 – Lincoln Honors Ed Dwight, Sculptor of Soldiers’ Memorial, Oldest Person to Travel to Space

January 09, 2025

This past spring, at 90 years old, Dwight became the oldest person ever to journey into space. Before he was a sculptor, Dwight was an Air Force...

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Robert and Ruth Newton have been selected as Lincoln University’s 2025 Family of the Year. The Newtons will be honored during the 2025 Founders’ Day Convocation on Thursday, January 16, 2025.

Robert and Ruth Newton Selected as Lincoln University’s 2025 Family of the Year

January 08, 2025

Robert and Ruth Newton have been selected as Lincoln University’s 2025 Family of the Year. The Newtons graduated in 1968, excelling as...

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Kicking off 2025 with 25 reasons to celebrate Lincoln University of Missouri

25 in ’25 – Lincoln Launches Employment Academy to Support Essential Workforce Development in Missouri

January 08, 2025

Lincoln announced the establishment of a Lincoln University Employment Academy (LUEA) to address Missouri’s growing demand for skilled...

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Man painting pottery in front of brick wall.

Lincoln University Statement One Year After Tragic Death of Dr. Antoinette ‘Bonnie’ Candia-Bailey

January 08, 2025

Leaders at Lincoln University of Missouri released a statement one year after the tragic death of Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey.

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Dr. Jerome Offord, Jr., Lincoln University of Missouri Class of 1993, will deliver the keynote address at Lincoln University of Missouri’s 2025 Founders' Day Convocation on Jan. 16, 2025.

25 in ‘25 – Harvard Library’s Dr. Jerome Offord Jr. to Headline 2025 Founders' Day Convocation

January 07, 2025

Dr. Jerome Offord Jr. ’93, associate university librarian for the Harvard Library, will deliver the keynote address at Lincoln University of...

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Kicking off 2025 with 25 reasons to celebrate Lincoln University

25 in '25 – Rising Enrollment Demonstrates Lincoln’s Bright Future 

January 06, 2025

As the new year kicks off, Lincoln University of Missouri is rolling out “25 in ‘25” points of pride to build on last...

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Michelle Brooks, a 2018 graduate of Lincoln University of Missouri, has pursued a new career dedicated to uncovering Missouri’s rich history.

Honoring Lincoln University’s Legacy: Alumna Michelle Brooks on Bringing Missouri’s Hidden History to Light

December 17, 2024

Michelle Brooks, a 2018 graduate of Lincoln University of Missouri, has embarked on a post-graduation journey that combines her interests in...

Alumni
Lincoln University of Missouri’s Chief Student Affairs Officer Dr. Tobias R. Morgan has written a chapter in the new book, Embracing Queer Students’ Diverse Identities at Historically Black Colleges and Universities: A Primer for Presidents, Administrators, and Faculty.

Dr. Tobias Morgan Contributes Chapter to New Book on LGBTQ+ Student Inclusion at HBCUs

December 16, 2024

Dr. Tobias R. Morgan, chief student affairs officer at Lincoln University of Missouri, has authored a chapter in the newly published...

Faculty/Staff
Lincoln University of Missouri’s Assistant Professor Moureen Matuha, Ph.D., and Project Coordinator Andrew Coursey will lead a consumer survey to explore Missourians' seafood preferences and support the growth of the state's aquaculture industry.

Shaping Missouri Aquaculture with LU, One Vote at a Time

December 12, 2024

Aquaculture, the cultivation of fish, shellfish and other aquatic organisms in a controlled environment, is gaining importance as global demand for...

Cooperative Extension
Undergraduate Poetry Workshop students presented their original work during an Evening of Poetry at the Missouri River Regional Library on December 3. Left to right; Cassandra Hile, Malachi Holliman, Parrish Morris, Professor Elijah Burrell, Yessnia Austin-Dixon, Kennedy Thompson and Cheyene Koetting.

Lincoln University Poetry Workshop Students Share Original Work at Public Reading

December 10, 2024

Students from Lincoln University’s Undergraduate Poetry Workshop showcased their original poetry during a public reading at the Missouri...

Students
Mr. Hardy K. Dorsey, Sr., Lincoln University of Missouri Class of 1969.

The Gift of Opportunity: Giving Q&A with Hardy Dorsey

December 10, 2024

Hardy K. Dorsey, Sr. exemplifies the enduring power of giving back. A member of Lincoln University’s Class of 1969, he has dedicated more...

Alumni
Children enjoy cookies in Santa’s Workshop during the 2024 Lincoln University of Missouri Holiday Extravaganza on December 3.

Lincoln University Hosts Festive 2024 Holiday Extravaganza

December 06, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City to host its annual Holiday Extravaganza on Tuesday,...

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Happy Thanksgiving from Lincoln University.

Happy Thanksgiving from Lincoln University

November 26, 2024

Thanksgiving message from Lincoln University.

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Callicarpa americana / American beautyberry on LU campus

Lincoln University Hosts 2024 Grow Native! Professional Member Conference 

November 22, 2024

Around 130 participants gathered for the annual Grow Native! Professional Member Conference at Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) on November 13,...

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Message from Lincoln University of Missouri President Dr. John B. Moseley, sent on November 22, 2024.

Message from the President: Thanksgiving 2024

November 22, 2024

Message from Lincoln University of Missouri President Dr. John B. Moseley, sent on November 22, 2024.

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Eight Lincoln University of Missouri students will showcase their original poetry during a special program on Tuesday, December 3, at the Missouri River Regional Library Art Gallery.

Lincoln University Students to Present Original Poetry at Fall Workshop Reading

November 21, 2024

Students from Lincoln University’s Undergraduate Poetry Workshop, led by Professor of English Elijah Burrell, will present their original...

Students