Families and friends gathered in Kirkland Fine Arts Center on Millikin University's campus on Dec. 12 to recognize the newest Big Blue alums from the Class of 2021 at Winter Commencement. Millikin conferred 104 baccalaureate and graduate degrees.
This year, Millikin honored traditional undergraduates and those receiving their Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees with an in-person commencement ceremony.
Millikin University President Dr. Jim Reynolds announced on Nov. 18, 2021, that Mary Black has been named permanent provost and RJ Podeschi named permanent dean of the Tabor School of Business, effective immediately.
Millikin University Dean of Admission & Financial Aid Stacey Hubbard joined NowDecatur.com's Byers & Co. on Oct. 20 to share insight into Millikin's Macon Promise initiative.
Millikin University President Dr. Jim Reynolds was a recent guest on NowDecatur's Byers & Co. on Oct. 6 where he shared details regarding the growth of campus, the value of Millikin University to the local community and what has been developing since becoming president.
For many students, going away to college is the first time a person spends a significant time away from home. Many students transition to living on campus in a residence hall with a roommate. The most successful campus housing supports academic and developmental needs of students, but there are plenty of questions on how to make a shared space work successfully, especially during one of the most challenging times the world has seen.
Millikin University has been recognized by Washington Monthly in its 2021 College Guide and Rankings, released on Aug. 30, as being a top Bachelor's College and a Best Bang for the Buck Midwest university.
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Millikin University as a leading institution in higher education in its 2022 "Best Colleges" guidebook, released on Sept. 13, 2021. Millikin is ranked No. 12 in the Best Regional Colleges in the Midwest category, making Millikin the highest ranked college in Illinois on this list.