Lincoln University (Missouri)
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| Motto | Laborare et studere (To labor and study) |
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| Established | 1866 |
| President | Carolyn R. Mahoney, PhD |
| Location | Jefferson City, Missouri, United States |
| Colors | Navy Blue and White |
| Mascot | Blue Tiger |
| Website | http://www.lincolnu.edu/ |
Lincoln University in Missouri is located in Jefferson City. It was founded in 1866 by members of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantry under the name "Lincoln Institute" for the purpose of providing an education to African Americans through the combining of academics and labor. In 1921, it was officially designated a university by the state of Missouri and changed its name to "Lincoln University of Missouri." In 1954, it opened its doors to applicants of all races, and it currently provides both undergraduate and graduate courses.
The school became the first land-grant university under the Morrill Act of 1890.
It is a founding member of the NCAA Division II Heartland Conference.
In 2004, according to U.S. News and World Report, Lincoln University was ranked #5 for diversity in Graduates and #7 for having the most international students. It has the only accredited teacher education program in mid-Missouri. Lincoln's local impact on the economy of Cole County in Missouri exceeds $198 million dollars annually.
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[edit] Campus Events
Founder's Day, traditionally held on the first Saturday of February, pays tribute to the Founders of Lincoln University.
Homecoming, usually held in October, is a celebratory time where family and friends of Lincoln University convene to participate in gala activities.
Springfest, usually held in late April, is a time to celebrate the arrival of Spring with games and other fun activities throughout the week.
[edit] LU Media
- The Clarion(University Paper)
- KJLU (Radio Station)
- JCTV (Public Access TV)
[edit] Notable Staff
- Althea Gibson, athletics instructor in the early 1950s
- Dr. Lorenzo Greene, a famous black historian, taught at the university 1933-1972
- Lemar Parrish, former 8-time pro bowl NFL defensive back in the 1970's and early 1980's, is currently the defensive coordinator of the university's football team
- Josephine Silone Yates taught at Lincoln Institute
- Robert Nathaniel Dett, composer
[edit] Notable Alumni
- Leo Lewis, football player for LU in the 1950s and a member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame.
- Lloyd L. Gaines attended during the 1930s
- Yvonne Wilson, Maida Coleman and Rita Days, currently serving (2005) in the Missouri Senate
- Mervyn M. Dymally, California politician
- Jazz musicians Oliver Lake and Julius Hemphill.
- Ramona Robinson, News anchor for the NBC Affiliate WKYC in Cleveland, Ohio
[edit] See also
- Student Association of Missouri
- African-American history
- Historically Black colleges and universities
Wendell O. Pruitt, maverick World War II fighter pilot, member of the 332nd Fighter Group-the Tuskegee Airmen.
[edit] External links
- Lincoln University Website
- Lincoln University's History Page
- Black Missourians in the Civil War
- Some Outstanding Black Personalities
- Colleges & Universities that Support Diversity
| Heartland Conference |
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| Dallas Baptist • Incarnate Word • Lincoln (MO) • Montana State - Billings • Oklahoma Panhandle State • St. Edward's • St. Mary's (TX) |
| Great Lakes Football Conference |
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| Central State • Kentucky Wesleyan • Lincoln (MO) • Missouri-Rolla • Saint Joseph's • Tiffin |
