Press Releases

Springtime scene on a university campus featuring blooming pink tulips in the foreground, flowering trees, and a bronze statue on a stone pedestal honoring African American soldiers of the United States Colored Troops. Red-brick academic buildings surround the plaza under a clear blue sky.

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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Springtime scene on a university campus featuring blooming pink tulips in the foreground, flowering trees, and a bronze statue on a stone pedestal honoring African American soldiers of the United States Colored Troops. Red-brick academic buildings surround the plaza under a clear blue sky.

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, a smiling woman with short black hair and glasses, wearing a black shirt and silver hoop earrings. She is standing in front of a wooden background.

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...

Press Release University News
Group photo of 14 Columbia PD officers in black polos and Academy Director Gary Hill, posing in a room with department banners.

LULETA and Columbia Police Department Celebrate First Graduating Class of Recruits

March 25, 2025

The Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy (LULETA), in partnership with the Columbia, Missouri, Police Department (CPD), proudly...

Police Academy (LULETA) Press Release
Dr. Saint Rice, Jr., Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education and Dean of the University College at Lincoln University, wearing a brown suit and bow tie, smiles against a neutral background. The Lincoln University logo featuring a blue tiger is displayed on the right side.

Lincoln University Announces Dr. Saint Rice Jr. as Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education and Dean of the University College

March 06, 2025

Lincoln University’s Division of Academic Affairs has announced the appointment of Dr. Saint Rice Jr. as the associate provost for...

Press Release University News
A female Lincoln University of Missouri student smiles warmly while standing in front of a statue and a brick building on a snowy campus. She is wearing a black puffer jacket and holding a handbag, making a hand sign with her right hand. The building in the background features a green-domed cupola and an American flag, with a clear blue sky above.

Lincoln University of Missouri Reports Increases in Spring 2025 Retention and Enrollment

March 06, 2025

Adding to the 14.17% overall enrollment growth experienced in fall 2024, Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) reports that increases in enrollment...

Press Release University News
a professional portrait of Dr. Tim Roling, labeled as the "Access and Abilities Coordinator" at Lincoln University. Dr. Roling is shown smiling, wearing a light blue shirt and a matching blue tie. The background includes the Lincoln University logo with a blue and white color scheme and a tiger mascot graphic, emphasizing the university's branding.

Lincoln University Welcomes Dr. Tim Roling as Access and Abilities Coordinator

March 05, 2025

Lincoln University’s Division of Student Health and Well-Being has announced the appointment of Dr. Tim Roling as the Access and Abilities...

Press Release Students
A large indoor career expo is underway with students and professionals engaging at various booths. Many attendees are wearing white t-shirts with blue text and carrying blue bags. A man in military fatigues stands near a table, while another person demonstrates a physical activity. Lincoln University branding is visible on a table in the foreground.

Lincoln University of Missouri’s 2025 Safety and Security Career Expo Set for March 5

February 21, 2025

The Lincoln University of Missouri's 2025 Safety and Security Career Expo, hosted by the Lincoln University of Missouri Security Sciences...

University News Press Release
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Lincoln University Welcomes New Counseling Staff To Support Student Well-Being

February 14, 2025

Lincoln University is expanding its student mental health services with new and returning staff members joining the Student Health and Well-Being...

Students Press Release
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Lincoln University of Missouri Announces New Appointments to the University Advancement Team

January 21, 2025

Lincoln University of Missouri announces the appointment of four new staff members to its University Advancement team. These professionals bring...

Press Release Alumni
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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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...

Cooperative Extension Press Release
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...

Press Release University News
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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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Lincoln University students now benefit from 24/7 access to mental health services through LU's new partnership with TeleHelp.

Lincoln University of Missouri Students Now Benefit from 24/7 Mental Health Support

November 01, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri (LU) students now have access to a comprehensive range of mental health resources to support their well-being...

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Tim Abney as Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation

Lincoln University Names Tim Abney as Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation

October 01, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri has named Tim Abney as director of athletics and campus recreation, effective October 1, 2024. Abney has served as...

Athletics Press Release
Lincoln University’s Law Enforcement graphic Training Academy

Columbia Police Department Partners with Lincoln University’s Law Enforcement Training Academy to Provide In-House Officer Training

September 30, 2024

The Columbia Police Department is partnering with Lincoln University’s Law Enforcement Training Academy (LULETA) to bring expert-level...

Police Academy (LULETA) Press Release
Lincoln University has achieved the highest enrollment since 2019, with a 14.17% increase in fall 2024 enrollment.

Lincoln University of Missouri Reports Significant Increases in Fall Semester Enrollment and Academic Performances, Year Over Year

September 26, 2024

More students are in the classrooms – in-person and online – and seeing greater academic achievements at Lincoln University of...

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Lincoln University of Missouri campus photo view of Young Hall

Lincoln University Announces Updates on Alumni Engagement

September 12, 2024

Lincoln University announced a series of updates on alumni engagement efforts while reaffirming its commitment to uphold the University’s...

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Portrait of Dr. Lisa Joyner, Executive Director for Health and Well-Being at Lincoln University, with the university logo and her title displayed.

Lisa Joyner Named Lincoln University of Missouri Interim Executive Director for Health and Well-Being

September 11, 2024

Lincoln University has announced the appointment of Dr. Lisa Joyner as the interim executive director for health and well-being. Dr. Joyner brings...

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Lincoln University School of Nursing Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2025 BSN Program Cohort

Lincoln University School of Nursing Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2025 BSN Program Cohort

September 11, 2024

Join the next generation of healthcare leaders with Lincoln University's School of Nursing. Apply by September 24, 2024, at 5 p.m. for our...

Press Release Academics
Community lay leaders from St. Louis at the 26th MIMA conference. 

Lincoln University’s 26th Annual Missouri Institute on Minority Aging Champions Aging With Dignity Through AI

September 04, 2024

The Paula J. Carter Center on Minority Health and Aging (PJCCMHA) at Lincoln University’s (LU) Cooperative Extension hosted the 26th annual...

Press Release Cooperative Extension
Lincoln University Opening Convocation 2024. The image features the Lincoln University logo and the text 'Lincoln University Opening Convocation' in elegant, script-like font against a dark blue background. The year '2024' is displayed vertically on the right side of the image.

Lincoln University Opens Academic Year with Fall Convocation

August 30, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri will observe the start of the 2024-25 academic year with its annual opening convocation on Thursday, Sept. 5. The...

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Paula Clay has been selected as Lincoln University of Missouri’s new director of career services.

Lincoln University of Missouri Announces Paula Clay as New Director of Career Services

August 26, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri has announced the appointment of Paula Clay as the new director of career services.

Faculty/Staff Press Release
Cornelius Brownlee and Issac Bivins Jr.

Lincoln University Welcomes New Assistant Deans in Student Affairs

August 22, 2024

Lincoln University of Missouri has announced the appointment of two new leaders in student affairs — Cornelius Brownlee, M.S., Ed.S., as...

University News Press Release