Millikin University

Millikin is a top-ranked, private Midwestern university that is nationally recognized for its emphasis on Performance Learning.

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Orientation & Registration Day 1 ✅ 📸
#BigBlueBound

Couldn't make today's Orientation? Join us on one of our other dates:

• Monday, June 15
• Monday, July 13
• Thursday, July 16
• Friday, August 7

❗ RSVP on your myVIP page.
🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/ztyeTgQJrz

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Welcome home, Class of 2030. 💙 Happy first day of Orientation & Registration!

🔗 Learn more and see other Orientation Days: https://t.co/ztyeTgQJrz

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Millikin has received a transformational $3.3 million estate gift from the trust of Helen Cox Kersting ’56. The gift will create new opportunities for School of Music students for years to come.

Read more at https://t.co/hlx2YoiZ4P

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Millikin is pleased to announce Matthew Sheppard as the new Music Director and Conductor of the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra (MDSO). 🎶

Sheppard brings a distinguished record of artistic leadership, mentorship, and innovation.

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/d5WyQCnWuI

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🫵 Are YOU #BigBlueBound? Ⓜ️ We're just weeks away from our first Orientation & Registration Day!

Join us on one of these dates:
June 11
June 15
July 13
July 16
August 7

RSVP on your myVIP page.
❗ Must submit your Tuition Deposit
🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/ztyeTgQJrz

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Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Today, we honor those who courageously gave their lives and those who bravely serve today.

In observance, Millikin University is closed today, May 25.

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Art and Creative Media students earned MAJOR recognition at the American Advertising Awards, winning seven Gold ADDYs and eight Silver ADDYs across regional and district levels! 🎞️ ⭐ 📸

Read more and see MU’s 2026 American Advertising Award winners: https://t.co/Xq4A9MzlJw

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More than 250 graduates crossed the stage this weekend as we celebrated the incredible achievements of the Class of 2026! Congratulations to our newest Big Blue alumni! We’re so proud of you, and we can’t wait to see where you’re headed next! Read more at https://t.co/kJHgRgVeyP.

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It's time for your next chapter, Big Blue. 💙 Happy graduation day! 🎓

Two ceremonies will be held today, May 17:

10 a.m. | College of Fine Arts, College of Professional Studies

3 p.m. | College of Arts & Sciences, Tabor School of Business

Watch here: https://t.co/w5Fl6FiFbo

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POV: Spring Commencement is TOMORROW! 🎓 We can't wait for the Class of 2026 to cross the stage... 🥹 (we're not crying, you are)

🔗 Learn more about this year's ceremonies: https://t.co/w5Fl6FiFbo

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👏 Ⓜ️ Congrats to MU Baseball for winning the CCIW regular season and tournament titles! After a HISTORIC CCIW Championship run, the Big Blue will also open the 2026 NCAA Division III Tournament.

🗓️ May 15 | 2:30 p.m. | vs. Wisconsin-La Crosse

Read more: https://t.co/h3C1DCWSsX

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🎉 The Big Blue community once again showed its unwavering support! The 2026 Forever True Blue Challenge exceeded its $350,000 goal:

💙 $685,839 raised in support of Millikin students

THANK YOU for being Forever True Blue!

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/SHqnhf9YFl

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We're excited to partner with Decatur Memorial Hospital (DMH) for the Nursing Scholars Program!

The Nursing Scholars Program will provide:
🤝 Scholarship support
🩺 Hands-on clinical experience
🏥 Guaranteed employment opportunities

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/PimSudEzlF

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Do not disturb. 🤚
Our students are in finals mode. 📚💻

Good luck on finals this week, Big Blue!

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From rural roots to medical ambitions, junior Aaron Zoellner found his path at Millikin.

Zoellner, a Biology major, student-athlete, and Presidential Scholar, is preparing for a future in rural medicine through hands-on research. 🌾🔬

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/cFcX0MAruK

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Experience Business After Hours at Workman Family Baseball Field to celebrate MU’s 125th anniversary and connect with campus and community leaders!

🤝 Join us and the Decatur Chamber of Commerce for a special event at our baseball facilities.

Learn more: https://t.co/mUuizMrPeb

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THIS WEEKEND! ⭐ We're excited to welcome Grammy-nominated artist and “American Idol” finalist Danny Gokey.

🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
📍 Kirkland Fine Arts Center
🎟️ Get tickets: https://t.co/Ayu2Sira18
🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/CzTyp0d1TE

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We hosted a special premiere last week for the documentary, “The Original Big Blue: The Life and Times of James Millikin.”

A heartfelt thank you to Director Jim Wilkerson ’97 (first image) for sharing the enduring impact of our founding story.

Read more: https://t.co/Cwk0DLSg2e

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🎓 Spring graduates, commencement is just around the corner!

Enjoy a champagne toast to YOU plus food and games hosted by President Pribbenow and Dr. Mickelson. 🥂

🗓️ Wed., May 6 | 5-6:30 p.m.
📍 The President's House, #4 Millikin Place
🔗 Register: https://t.co/MokDYwaLf5

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THANK YOU, BIG BLUE! We've officially reached our Forever True Blue goal. But the day isn’t over yet — let's keep the momentum going! 🎉

There's STILL TIME to be part of the Forever True Blue Challenge and make an impact on students. 💙

Make your gift: https://t.co/uWoXcpgS3P