Boosting Enrollment Through Innovation

"Standing still is not an option in the industry today." Those words from Midland University President Jody Horner ring true for institutions across Nebraska as colleges look for innovative ways to appeal to students. Midland is leading the way in its quest to boost enrollment through its scholarships to athletes in more than 30 sports, innovative academic programs and community partnerships, and technologial advancements. Read more in this story from the Omaha World Herald.

Shelby Burr, '18 Follows Pathway to Education

As Shelby Burr, '18, began her undergraduate degree program at Midland University, she told herself to keep her mind and heart open to all possibilities. Coming from a family steeped in healthcare, Shelby felt a need to explore a career in nursing. She also felt a passion for the arts. During her freshman year, she majored in nursing, but she also became very involved in the arts. Through her exploration, she found that performing arts and education were her calling and she decided to major in education with an endorsement in K-12 vocal and instrumental education. “I fell in love with teaching, and education gave me the pathway to my immediate goal of teaching instrumental music,” Burr said.

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Midland's Code Academy Focuses on Career Readiness

Midland University is relaunching its Code Academy in March 2019, creating a unique, full-time, immersive code school in response to marketplace needs. “One of our key regional imperatives is adding 10,000 new tech workers in the next five years. Educational opportunities, such as the Code Academy, are part of the strategy for accomplishing this goal together,” says David G. Brown, president and CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber. “We know three months, full time, is a huge commitment,” says Brock Ellis, ‘10, director of the Midland Code Academy. “But if you’re ready to make a change and jump into being a programmer, this is where you’re going to have the best chance for success.”

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Midland University Lenten Devotional

During the season of Lent, we are inviting Midland University's broader community to reflect on what it means to be a community "in Christ". This devotional is filled with writings from many different perspectives, including alumni, faculty, students, staff, parents, and Midland University President, Jody Horner. The devotional will be available on our website beginning February 15th. 

Buy the Brick: Men's Hall and Miller Hall Bricks Available

Alumni and friends are invited to purchase a piece of Midland history in the form of a brick from Men's Hall. You are also invited to be a part of our future by purchasing a personalized, engraved brick for the new Miller Hall Plaza. All proceeds will support the Miller Hall project.

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Save the Date: Midland Booster Club Golf Tournament

The Midland University Athletic Booster Club will host its 23rd annual golf tournament on Monday, June 3, 2019, at the Fremont Golf Club. The Athletic Booster Club works to support Warrior Athletics by helping provide the equipment, facilities, and funding our student-athletes need to compete as Warriors.

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