News and Stories

News and Stories

Dr. Seria Chatters ‘00 to Speak at Midland University Commencement

Dr. Seria Chatters ‘00 to Speak at Midland University Commencement

April 27, 2021
Midland University is pleased to announce Dr. Seria Chatters ‘00 as its keynote speaker for the 2021 Commencement ceremony on May 8th at 10 a.m. at the Wikert Event Center. Dr. Chatters is the Director of Equity and Inclusivity of the State College Area School District in State College,...Read more

Family Ties | The Arthur & Shirley Phillips Family

Family Ties | The Arthur & Shirley Phillips Family

April 26, 2021
It’s common for married couples to have met in college, but the Phillips family has taken it several steps further. Not one, not two, but three generations of the Phillips family met their future spouse while attending Midland. “Lots of people do meet their significant other through college, but...Read more

Helping Others Comes Natural for Krista Hinrichs '20

Helping Others Comes Natural for Krista Hinrichs '20

January 27, 2021
Krista Hinrichs is all about helping others. Whether it’s through her work as a crisis counselor at Boys Town, or in her role as Miss Collegiate Nebraska 2021, the 2020 Midland graduate relishes the opportunity to lend a hand wherever it’s needed. “I really love opportunities where I can give back...Read more

Midland University to Add Agribusiness

Midland University to Add Agribusiness

December 18, 2020
In its continuing efforts to serve the marketplace needs of the community, Midland University is announcing the addition of Agribusiness as its newest field of study, beginning in the 2021-22 academic year. Agribusiness will be offered as a new major along with three compressed majors (Agribusiness...Read more

Midland Alumni Assisting in COVID-19 Research

Midland Alumni Assisting in COVID-19 Research

October 20, 2020
On a recent trip back to their alma mater, CJ Anderson and Alex Knobbe began reminiscing. As they walked the Midland University campus and visited the people and places familiar to them, their minds raced back to their time as Midland students a decade ago. “When we were back on campus, we ended up...Read more

Midland Sets Enrollment Record

Midland Sets Enrollment Record

September 10, 2020
For the third consecutive year, Midland University is reporting record enrollment numbers. Midland is announcing a total enrollment of 1,572 students for the 2020-21 school year, increasing nearly 12 percent from the 2019-20 enrollment of 1,408. Midland also enrolled a record number of freshmen...Read more

Midland University Announces Fall Plans

Midland University Announces Fall Plans

July 10, 2020
Midland University President Jody Horner highlights Midland's plan to return for the 2020 fall semester. More information can be found on Midland University's COVID-19 Campus Updates page.Read more

Midland Announces Changes to 2020-21 Academic Calendar

Midland Announces Changes to 2020-21 Academic Calendar

June 15, 2020
Midland University has finalized its plans to return to in-person instruction for undergraduate students on the Fremont campus for the fall 2020 semester. In an effort to limit travel and potential exposure to COVID-19, Midland has made several revisions to its 2020-21 academic calendar as it...Read more

Midland University Statement

Midland University Statement

June 3, 2020
Dear Midland University Community, Romans 12:21 - Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. These words, written thousands of years ago by the Apostle Paul, ring true in our society today. We are enduring difficult times in our nation. In recent months, our world has changed in ways...Read more

Miller Hall Progressing Toward Completion

Miller Hall Progressing Toward Completion

May 29, 2020
The newest addition to the Midland University campus remains on target for an August opening. Construction of Miller Hall continues at a strong pace and the new co-ed residence hall is expected to be ready when students arrive this fall. Ben Gifford, Project Superintendent with Lund-Ross...Read more

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