Category Archives: Millikin University
From Lincoln lore to Millikin history: Decatur History Showcase Saturday to highlights local heritage
May 14, 2026 - History of the Heartland is inviting the public to explore Decatur's rich history during its annual History Showcase Saturday event on May 16. The event is part of the organization's 7t...
May 14, 2026
Millikin Supporters Help 'Forever True Blue' Campaign Exceed Goal
May 13, 2026 - Millikin University's Big Blue community came together in a major way this spring, helping the University nearly double its fundraising goal during the 2026 Forever True Blue campaign. ...
May 13, 2026
LISTEN: Millikin student commencement speakers, Carissa Guerrier and Miamaya Parra, with Matthew Flaten
May 13, 2026 - Students, Carissa Guerrier and Miamaya Parra, and Matthew Flaten of Millikin University, joined Byers & Co to talk about the students' preparation for giving commencement speeches a...
May 13, 2026
Millikin and Decatur Memorial announce new Nursing Scholars Program
May 11, 2026 - Millikin University and Decatur Memorial Hospital announced a new partnership Monday aimed at strengthening the nursing workforce in Central Illinois while expanding educational and car...
May 11, 2026
LISTEN: Matthew Flaten talks Danny Gokey and commencement coming to Millikin
May 6, 2026 - Matthew Flaten of Millikin University joined Byers & Co to talk about the Danny Gokey show coming to Kirkland Fine Arts Center and commencement. Listen to the podcast now!
May 06, 2026
History of the Heartland Releases Commemorative Coin Honoring Millikin University Anniversary
May 5, 2026 - A new commemorative coin celebrating local history and education is now part of an ongoing preservation tradition in Decatur. History of the Heartland has issued a limited-edition elonga...
May 05, 2026
Danny Gokey Bringing Message of Hope to Kirkland Stage May 9
May 5, 2026 - Grammy-nominated artist and former "American Idol" standout Danny Gokey is set to perform in Decatur this weekend, bringing an evening of uplifting music and inspiration to the community...
May 05, 2026
Matthew Sheppard Named New Music Director of Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra
May 4, 2026 - Millikin University has announced the appointment of Matthew Sheppard as the new Music Director and Conductor of the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra. A Chicago-based conductor and ed...
May 04, 2026
Only Weeks Left to Experience Millikin's Public Observation Nights
May 3, 2026 - There are only a few weeks left for the public to take in the night sky during Public Observation Nights at Millikin University. The free weekly events are held Tuesday evenings from 7:3...
May 03, 2026
Midwest Music Expo to Transform Oakwood Street with Daylong Arts Festival May 2nd
April 30, 2026 - The Midwest Music Expo 2026 will return May 2 with a new focus on revitalizing a key corridor in the city. Organizers say this year's event, titled "Occupy Oakwood Street Fest," will ...
Apr 30, 2026