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 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.
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.
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.
The Millikin Board of Trustees approved the recommendation that tenure be awarded to the following individuals:
Classes are underway for the fall 2021 semester at Millikin University. The start of a new academic year is always a special time at Millikin, with new students and faculty, new relationships, new scholarship and engagement beginning again after the summer months.
The following is a welcome back message from Millikin President Dr. Jim Reynolds.
Millikin University's tight-knit campus community is a reflection of the great work put forth by faculty, staff and students every year, most notably student workers. From resident assistants to tutors to mentors, student workers, also known as paraprofessionals, play a vital role on campus especially at the beginning of a new academic year when new students arrive on campus.