Recent News
McKendree University Announces New Vice President of Student Affairs, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs
The Office of Student Affairs at McKendree University recently welcomed two familiar faces into new roles. Following the retirement of Dr. Joni Bastian, the university's longtime vice president of student affairs, McKendree is now proud to announce the...
Aug 14, 2025, 12:23pm EDT
The Hett Celebrates 20 Years, Announces 2025-2026 Season
The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts (the Hett) at McKendree University is celebrating its 20th season, marking two decades of unforgettable performances, educational enrichment, and cultural impact in the southern Illinois region. Since opening its do...
Jul 24, 2025, 11:22am EDT
McKendree University Congratulates its Class of 2025 Graduates
Members of the Class of 2025 received their diplomas at three separate ceremonies on Friday, May 9 at the Lebanon, Ill., campus - the College of Arts & Sciences and School of Education at 10 a.m.; the School of Business and School of Nursing and Health...
May 19, 2025, 3:40pm EDT
McKendree University President Signs New Contract Extension Through 2028
The McKendree University Board of Trustees, under the direction of Chairman George Obernagel '78, are pleased to announce a multi-year contract extension to President Daniel Dobbins '81 through June 2028. "The Board of Trustees are thrilled to have Pr...
May 14, 2025, 11:30am EDT
McKendree University's Sports Management Students to Host Fast & Furriest 5K Fun Run April 12
Students in the McKendree University sports management program will be hosting their Fast & Furriest 5K Fun Run on Saturday, April 12. The race, which is open to the public, will start at the Hett on McKendree's campus and will begin at 8 a.m. Runners ...
Apr 2, 2025, 10:39am EDT
Eagles Tribute Band, Certified Data Sleuth, Epic Student Play, Whimsical Children's Production Coming to the Hett This April
This April, an intriguing student play, bona fide data sleuth, popular Eagles tribute band and a whimsical performance of a favorite children's book are all coming to the Hett. For tickets or more information on all shows, please visit theHett.com or c...
Mar 27, 2025, 11:06am EDT
McKendree University Students to Perform "She Kills Monsters" April 4-6
McKendree University's students will be performing She Kills Monsters, a dramatic comedy based in the world of Dungeons & Dragons, from Friday, April 4 through Sunday, April 6. The Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. while Sunday's...
Mar 26, 2025, 10:08am EDT
McKendree University Designated a Voter Friendly Campus by NASPA, Campus Vote Project
Today, McKendree University was named a Voter Friendly Campus, one of 259 campuses in 38 states and the District of Columbia by Fair Elections Center's Campus Vote Project and NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. The initiative r...
Mar 25, 2025, 12:32pm EDT
McKendree University Hosts National Civics Bee Local Contest March 13
McKendree University, in conjunction with the O'Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce, played host to the 2025 National Civics Bee on Thursday, March 13 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. This event was designed to inspire middle school students to e...
Mar 14, 2025, 4:07pm EDT
McKendree University Hosts 14 Local High Schools During Three-Day Model UN Event
McKendree University hosted its annual Model United Nations conference on campus from March 4-6. More than 327 student delegates from 14 local high schools attended and participated in this event, representing over 70 countries. The university has been...
Mar 7, 2025, 4:40pm EST
