Millikin University is launching a new School of Art and Creative Media that will provide shared resources for artists, makers, storytellers and leaders who wish to enrich the world with their creativity.
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 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 has appointed RJ Podeschi, associate professor of information systems and chair of the Tabor School of Business Undergraduate Programs, as interim dean of the Tabor School of Business, effective immediately.
Millikin University's Provost of seven years, Dr. Jeffery Aper, retired in June of 2021, but not without leaving the University with a resource that will be used for years to come. Upon Dr. Aper's retirement, a library collection of titles centered around the theme of equity and justice will be created, aptly named the Dr. Jeffery Aper Equity & Justice Library Collection.
Commencement has a very special and symbolic significance. By definition, it means initiation, inception, or a time when something begins, and for the Millikin University graduating Class of 2021, it meant taking the next step.
Millikin University's Celebrations of Scholarship is the culmination of the academic year; an all-day event that puts the outstanding achievements of students from all majors front and center for the entire campus community to witness. It's a forum that recognizes academics and honors personal success.