Greetings from Lincoln University!

 

Thank you to all that were able to attend our 13th Annual President's Gala.  Though the night was an evening filled with accolades for our honorees, the continued support and advocacy of Lincoln University from our local community and Blue Tiger family should also be applauded. Your generosity allowed us to raise over $100,000 worth of financial support for our students. Just as important as any dollar amount, your presence and your friendship with Lincoln University continue to play a pivotal role in our expansion and success moving forward.  

 

That Gala might be over, but its theme of "LU in Motion" continues, as the coming weeks are filled with anticipation and excitement.  Next Thursday, April 16,  we will unveil our newest web page designed to bring you a more comprehensive, engaging, and dynamic presentation of all things LU.  Our annual Commencement ceremony has already generated a buzz with a wider scope in grandeur and celebrity.   You surely do not want to miss this event honoring the next generation of Lincoln University graduates. 

 

We genuinely thank you for your engagement and ongoing support of the students we serve. If you have questions or would like to arrange a campus tour, please contact me at 573-681-6070 or judew@lincolnu.edu.

 

Best wishes

 

Willie Jude II

Special Assistant to the President for Fundraising

Lincoln University Foundation Executive Director
LU in Motion Recap
Lincoln University would like to thank our sponsors for making our 13th Annual Presidents Gala a memorable one.  Without their contributions, "LU in Motion" couldn't have moved forward.  We wish to thank our main event sponsors: Central Bank; Xerox; Jefferson Bank of Missouri; Ameren Missouri; Capital Region Medical Center; SSM Health; Telein Group Inc.; World Wide Technology, Inc.; the Alpha Psi and Beta Lambda Chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; Dr. Rosemary Hearn; Dr. James Mahon; Dr. Emily Mahon; Dr. Joe and Mrs. Mary Simmons; Mr. James Tippin and Mrs. Billie Tippin; Mr. Randy Halsey and Mrs. Caroline Halsey. Congratulations are in order for our honorees celebrated at the gala.   Dr. Steven Meredith was honored as Professor Emeritus and Mrs. Mary Simmons received Special Recognition honors. Our Trailblazer and Corporate honorees, respectively, were the Downtown Business Association and Mr. Ollie Gates of Gates Bar B Q.

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An Evening with President Rome
Come join the Blue Tiger family on Saturday, April 17 at the Kansas City Juke House for an evening of entertainment and fellowship.  Lincoln University President, Dr. Kevin Rome will be hosting a social mixer for the greater Kansas City area entitled "Lincoln Nights". General admission is free, and doors open at 5:00 pm.  The Kansas City Juke House is located at 1700 E. 18th St., Kansas City, MO 64108.  For any inquiries, please contact Coordinator of Annual Giving and Special Events Chris Jones at JonesC2@lincolnu.edu or  573-681-5056. 
Dr. Long Awarded For Excellence In Teaching
Lincoln University Associate Professor of Nursing Dr. Janet Long is this year's recipient of the Governor's Award for Excellence in Teaching.  Presented by the Council on Public Higher Education (COPHE), the annual award recognizes faculty from each of the state's institutions.  Long and the other honorees were recognized during a luncheon for COPHE institutions, hosted by Governor Jay Nixon on Tuesday, April 7. 
Lincolnite Spotlight

Ronna Tresslar ('07) has recently been promoted to Mortgage Loan Originator at Callaway Mortgage Group, a division of The Callaway Bank.  Tresslar is responsible for assisting qualified home buyers with customized home financing solutions using both conventional and government loan programs such as VA, USDA, FHA as well as conventional Fannie/Freddie and Portfolio loans.  "Ronna's extensive experience with originating mortgage loan files along with her personality and determination to see a project through will enable her to be successful in this new position," states Jim McGuire, manager of the bank's Callaway Mortgage Group in Columbia, MO.  Tresslar earned a BS in Business Administration with a minor in Computer Information Systems and later returned to Lincoln University in Jefferson City to earn an MBA.  She and her family live in Jefferson City.

 

Antonio Lewis ('11)  is the new South Regional Retiree Field Operative  with The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees  (AFSCME) in Atlanta, GA which covers 16 states from Florida to Texas.   AFSCME  is the largest trade union of public employees in the United States.  Lewis was the recent recipient of the "Outstanding Georgia Citizen" award. 
SAVE THE DATE 
April 10-11: 39th Annual Dance Recital in Mitchell Auditorium @ 8:00 pm 
April 12: 39th Annual Dance Recital in Mitchell Auditorium @ 2:15 pm 
April 14: Annual President's Band Concert
April 17: "Lincoln Nights" Social Mixer in The Kansas City Juke House @ 5:00 pm

April 23: 125th Anniversary Celebration of the Second Morrill Act-Celebratory Walk & Festival

May 02: Blue Tiger Quarter Back Club Casino Night 

May 16: Commencement

May 25: Memorial Day

June 15: 6th Annual Lincoln University Mid-Missouri Scholarship Golf Tournament

October 11-18: Homecoming 2015 

 

Founders' Day Alumni Celebrations in your area:

  • April 18: Kansas City Chapter, Marriott Country Club Plaza (4445 Main St.) @ 8:00 a.m
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