Alumni & Friends Articles
Former Millikin teammates turned coaches meet on opposing sidelines
Two former Millikin University football players turned coaches recently met on the opposing sidelines for a matchup between their respective teams. Jeff Monken, Class of 1989, currently serves as the head coach at Army who hosted Miami University (Ohio) on Sept. 25, whose head coach is Chuck Martin, Class of 1990. Army won the ball game 23-10 improving its record to 4-0.
Seven distinguished individuals to be honored at 2021 Homecoming Celebration
This October, during Millikin University's 2021 Homecoming Celebration, the University will honor seven distinguished individuals with this year's Millikin Alumni Awards.
Washington Monthly names Millikin a Best Bang for the Buck Midwest university
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.
Millikin recognized for Value, Social Mobility and Undergraduate Nursing
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.
Dr. Zimmerman to serve fellowship with Veterans Affairs Office of Health Services Research and Development
Dr. Laura Zimmerman, Class of 2005, and associate professor of biology at Millikin University has been awarded a Science & Technology Policy Fellowship (STPF) from the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), with a placement at the Veterans Affairs Office of Health Services Research and Development.
MU recognized for academics and campus experiences
Newest members of 2021 Class to be honored at Millikin Homecoming Celebration
Millikin University is pleased to announce the five newest members to the Millikin Athletic Hall of Fame. The 2021 class will be honored during the Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Sunday, Oct. 3, during Millikin University's 2021 Homecoming Celebration.
Rooftop Garden brings new opportunities to Millikin
MU faculty members earn outstanding achievements
Millikin University President Dr. Jim Reynolds announced the following decisions regarding faculty promotion and tenure which took effect on Aug. 1, 2021. Congratulations to the following Millikin faculty members on their outstanding achievements.
Tenure Decisions
The Millikin Board of Trustees approved the recommendation that tenure be awarded to the following individuals: