Elmhurst University

News and updates from #ElmhurstU, a private university founded in 1871 and located in the western suburbs of Chicago!

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Bluejays are headed to Vegas!🏀 Elmhurst has been invited as one of only eight teams in the country to take part in the inaugural NABC Division III Tournament. The Bluejays open against Emory College with a championship opportunity on the line. https://t.co/jnQrZPVbyC

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🌎 "This isn't something that happens all the time, so now I feel like I really have to take advantage of this opportunity." Congratulations to Nathan Bucio '27 on receiving the Gilman Scholarship. He will study abroad in J-Term in South Korea or Greece. https://t.co/lGecJPE8AS

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A big welcome to Shannon Dale ’11, our new alumni board president! A proud Bluejay, Shannon is committed to helping alumni stay connected while also creating opportunities for current and future students. https://t.co/NpfHRGnurq

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OurSummer Band is bringing a piece of music history to campus. On June 24, audiences can experience a re-creation of a John Philip Sousa concert, complete with period costumes, patriotic favorites and audience sing-alongs https://t.co/tiGmni1em0

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🔬 Biochemistry major Hannah Cardenas ’27 is heading to the University of Texas at Dallas this summer after earning a competitive National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates award. She'll spend 10 weeks conducting chemistry research https://t.co/0H1h25QLDy

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Read Ryan's story now! https://t.co/8ATohVygeL

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🥍 Leaving Houston, Texas, to attend college more than 1,000 miles away was a big step for Ryan Gatto '28. He was looking for to pursue his interests, build meaningful connections and feel supported as he adjusted to life away from home. At Elmhurst, he found all of that and more

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🎷 This month, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Elmhurst University June Jazz Festival! Join us June 20 as the John Pizzarelli Trio headlines alongside the Elmhurst University Jazz Band. Admission is free. Read more in our story! https://t.co/mTTTmGx58c

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🎥 The commencement highlight video is here! Thank you to everyone involved who made the day amazing, the families of our graduates who got them to where they are today, and most of all to our outstanding class of 2026! https://t.co/XqWp9KYmSH

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🎯 Marketing major Joseph Liebrandt ’27 took first place at the Bluejay Tank competition. The Bluejay football player earned $4,000 for his pitch and plans to use the platform in his future coaching career. https://t.co/RR1U0XFNYx

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Elmhurst U honored five outstanding students with some of the highest student awards, recognizing the ways they’ve strengthened our campus community and supported others through service, leadership and involvement. Read all about them in our latest story. https://t.co/scnQo9rt2y

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Greek Week ended with something bigger than competition. 💙Elmhurst’s fraternities and sororities donated more than 7,700 items to the campus food closet, helping support fellow Bluejays throughout the summer and beyond. Read more in our latest story. https://t.co/PRkr7RjsS6

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With drivers like e-commerce, artificial intelligence (AI), reshoring and global trade, supply chain management is one of the fastest-growing careers today. Read our latest blog for more on how you can prepare for a job in this lucrative field at https://t.co/ZhqUHn1DDy.

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🎬 James Stiso ’26 has been behind the camera for four years, earning him awards and opportunities to work on professional film sets. In a week, he crosses the stage and steps into a future directed by the skills he gained during his time on campus. https://t.co/Amn2HMVErR

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Elmhurst University will award honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degrees to Henry Holzkamper ’63 and Jan Moore Holzkamper at our 155th Commencement ceremony! Jan will also deliver the Commencement address to the Class of 2026. https://t.co/Uacy0uPF3S

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🐶 A walk with purpose. Students, families and plenty of pups came together for the Canine Care Walk, supporting animal welfare and local rescue efforts through PAWS at Elmhurst University. Read more in our story. https://t.co/WVIwOcKMkV

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Elmhurst University has named Courtney Miller as provost and vice president for academic affairs. With more than 20 years of experience at Elmhurst, her leadership reflects a deep commitment to academic excellence and student success. Read more below. https://t.co/kqkrnILLTV

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🩺 After serving over three years in the U.S. Army, Jackelyn Lopez Barrera ’26 came to Elmhurst University with a clear goal: making a difference in people’s lives. Read her story now! https://t.co/GTsSXrmWQl

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🎨 What began as a class assignment for art students quickly turned into a real-world opportunity. After visiting the Elmhurst Art Museum, students created original pieces that were later shared with thousands and selected for exhibition. https://t.co/oU1XSjJbDd

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The total is here! More than 500 Elmhurst University alumni, friends and members of the campus community gave a total of over $300,000 to support programs and initiatives that benefit students. Read more in our new story. https://t.co/puMZPEGjab