News and Stories

News and Stories

July 27, 2018
Midland University unveiled the brand-new Eikmeier Commons space on campus as part of a $1.5 million investment to their dining and common spaces. Eikmeier Commons is named for Randy and Shelly Eikmeier (‘82 & ‘83), who generously gave in order to create a ‘kitchen table’ for the campus. “...Read more
July 27, 2018
Midland University proudly announced the new opening of a one million dollar simulation lab that brings an aspect of its medical education to life through real-world, simulated learning within state-of-the-art patient rooms to expand hands-on clinical experiences. The high-tech skills lab was...Read more
July 20, 2018
A magician always has plenty of tricks up his sleeve. But Mike Fisher says there are no tricks when it comes to being a good magician. “Having a passion is necessary, but persistence is the most important,” Fisher said. “The thing that will make you a good magician is to not be in it for yourself...Read more
July 13, 2018
By Mike O’Brien, West Point News Sports Editor. For Brittne Westerman-Evert, the 2018 Cornhusker State Games will be about two things that she loves. Family and wrestling. Westerman-Evert, a 2004 graduate of West Point High, will compete in Women’s Freestyle wrestling and Women’s Takedown wrestling...Read more
June 28, 2018
Performing Arts is pleased to announce the lineup for their upcoming season. Performances will include selections from the departments of theatre, vocal, instrumental, and dance. The fall season will open with the inspirational Helen Keller-Anne Sullivan biographical play, "The Miracle Worker" by...Read more
June 27, 2018
Midland University recently honored one member of its faculty with the Stephen E. Fritz Excellence in Teaching Award. Dr. Zhongming Huang, Professor of Math, was presented with the university’s top faculty award during an academic year-end reception. Established in 2010 by Fremont residents, Dr...Read more
June 11, 2018
Learn how Midland University students and alumni are impacting communities around the globe by learning and leading in the world with purpose. Read this year's issue of Midland Magazine.Read more
May 22, 2018
Dr. Courtney Wilder, Professor of Religion at Midland University, has signed a publishing deal with Baylor University Press for her second book: This Is My Body? Disability, Christianity, and Popular Culture. The book, which she is currently researching and writing, will dive into the depictions of...Read more
May 10, 2018
Midland University has announced alumnus Rico Munn, superintendent of the fifth-largest school district in Colorado, will be the honorary speaker at the 2018 Commencement Ceremony for Undergraduate Programs on Saturday, May 12. “We are thrilled that Rico Munn will be our commencement speaker this...Read more
May 10, 2018
When Rico Munn first arrived on the Midland University campus in 1989, he planned to stay for a year. But plans changed. Munn, who is Midland’s 2018 Commencement speaker, explains he was presented with opportunities that would shape his collegiate experiences. He also made lifelong friendships,...Read more

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