News and Stories

News and Stories

Local Author Seeking Luther Academy and Luther College Stories

Local Author Seeking Luther Academy and Luther College Stories

December 30, 2016
Susan Erickson of Mead, Neb. hopes to resurrect the memory of Luther Academy and Luther College. For the past year, Erickson has been developing the idea write historical books loosely based on factual events of the two colleges. She has spent time researching the colleges' archives that span from...Read more

Midland Hockey Partners with Team Impact to Sign Jacoby Knop

Midland Hockey Partners with Team Impact to Sign Jacoby Knop

December 19, 2016
The Midland University men's hockey team, in unison with Team IMPACT, have announced the signing of eight-year old Jacoby Knop. Team IMPACT is a national organization, based in Boston, whose mission is to improve the quality of life for children facing life-threatening and chronic illnesses through...Read more

Midland Mourns the Passing of Hall of Fame Coach, Jim McMahon

Midland Mourns the Passing of Hall of Fame Coach, Jim McMahon

December 14, 2016
Long-time Midland University track/cross country coach and NAIA Hall of Famer, Jim McMahon has died. A noted educator and legendary coach, McMahon served the Warriors for nearly 40 years. “Coach McMahon spent a lifetime preparing young leaders to excel in competition and in life,” said Midland...Read more

'The Star of Bethlehem' Planetarium Show Returns to Midland

'The Star of Bethlehem' Planetarium Show Returns to Midland

December 7, 2016
A longtime holiday tradition is returning to Midland University’s Lueninghoener Planetarium this December. Two special showings of “The Star of Bethlehem” will be presented. Presentations are scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18. Seating is limited to 70 per show...Read more

Midland University Joins Global #GivingTuesday Movement

Midland University Joins Global #GivingTuesday Movement

November 22, 2016
Midland University has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Midland has set a goal to raise $10,000 on Nov. 29 to continue to offer students an...Read more

Inspiring Alumni: Joe Wagoner

Inspiring Alumni: Joe Wagoner

November 11, 2016
He can laugh about it now, but one excruciating day may have been the turning point in Joe Wagoner’s life. A sophomore pitcher for Midland’s baseball team, he took the mound during a team scrimmage for a new coach, Jeff Field. “I threw 60 pitches and I didn’t get one out. Sixty pitches in front of...Read more

Winfield Releases Book About WWII veterans

Winfield Releases Book About WWII veterans

November 11, 2016
Midland Alum & former Professor, Dr. Joyce Winfield, just released her new book, 'Forever Heroes: A Collection of World War II Stories from Nebraska Veterans.' See her video interview or read more in this article.Read more

Dream It/Do It Nebraska

Dream It/Do It Nebraska

September 10, 2016
The Dream It. Do It. Initiative is addressing the skills gap by reaching out to students, parents, and educators to help them understand global challenges and education paths to obtain skills that lead to good paying careers in manufacturing and related businesses. Listen to the radio interview...Read more

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