17 Oct 2025

Neighborgall Construction selected to build Marshall University Institute for Cyber-Security

By Leah C Payne

HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (October 17, 2025) — Marshall University has announced that Neighborgall Construction Company has been awarded the winning bid for construction of the Marshall University Institute for Cyber Security (ICS), a $45 million facility that will focus on training the next generation of cyber-professionals.

Construction is set to begin immediately.

17 Oct 2025

Charlie Zimmerman of Bettendorf, Iowa, Accepted into Wartburg's Teacher Education Program

By Emily Christensen

WAVERLY, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — Charlie Zimmerman has been accepted into the Wartburg College Teacher Education Program.

Zimmerman, of Bettendorf, Iowa, had to demonstrate effective reflective components in teaching and complete several other requirements to be considered for the program.

Admission to the Teacher Education Program allows students to begin professional-education courses in their field.

16 Oct 2025

Five Monmouth College Students Present Their Chemistry Research at American Chemical Society (ACS) Conference in Iowa

By Barry McNamara

On both far sides of the photo are Scott Shaw ('03) and Sreya Roy ('23), who work and study, respectively, at the University of Iowa, where Monmouth chemistry students and faculty attended an ACS conference. Also pictured are, from left, professor Audra Goach, Alayna Earle, Kody Coyne, Jesia Choity, Riley Kalnins, and Ivy Hawkins

14 Oct 2025

American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Announces the Winner of the 2025 Frederic W Ness Book Award

By David Tritelli

WASHINGTON DC (October 14, 2025) — The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) has announced that 

14 Oct 2025

Chemistry Professor Audra Goach to Receive Monmouth College's Prestigious Hatch Award

By Barry McNamara

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (October 14, 2025) — Audra Goach is in the news.

The chemistry professor was recently named to chair one of Monmouth College's six new academic schools, the School of Health and Natural Sciences. That, alone, would be the highlight of any given academic year for a professor.

13 Oct 2025

Monmouth College to Celebrate Homecoming Weekend, October 17-18

By Barry McNamara

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (October 13, 2025) — October is a time for hayrack rides, pumpkin spice — and Homecoming weekend at Monmouth College.

The college will host its annual event that celebrates alumni October 17-18, featuring several award ceremonies, as well as a spirit shout, a parade, a football game, and pre- and post-football game gatherings. Reunions will be held throughout the weekend for the classes of 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020.

13 Oct 2025

Hannah Gault of Moline, Illinois, Named to Women's Swimming and Diving Team at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

By Chris Lindeke

WHITEWATER, WISCONSIN (October 13, 2025) — Hannah Gault from Moline, Illinois, who is studying Elementary Middle Education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, has earned a roster spot on the Warhawk women's swimming and diving team for the 2025-26 season.

The Warhawks finished fifth at last year's Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championships.

UW-Whitewater is coached by Elise Knoche, who enters her eighth season at the helm of the program.

09 Oct 2025

Palmer College of Chiropractic Awarded Degrees

By Kelsey Hollis

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 9, 2025) -- The following students graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic's Main Campus in Davenport, Iowa, on June 20, 2025.

Trent Catlett of Coal Valley, Illinois

Ji Won Hwang of Davenport, Iowa

Marie Le of Davenport, Iowa

Catherine O Day of Long Grove, Iowa

Rachael Tigrett of Le Claire, Iowa

09 Oct 2025

Monmouth College Names the Six Faculty Members Who'll Chair Its New Schools

By Barry McNamara

From left: Chris Fasano, Audra Goach, Bob Simmons, Chris Goble, Tiffany Springer, and Mike Connell

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (October 9, 2025) — During the summer, Monmouth College announced the creation of six academic schools to better align its strengths and create new opportunities for collaboration and student success. This week, after a competitive process, the college announced the appointment of the schools' six inaugural chairs:

09 Oct 2025

Augustana College Invites Quad Cities Communities to Partner in Solving Regional Challenges

By Joushua Blount

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 9, 2025) — From lead pipes to sustainable energy, Quad Cities communities face urgent challenges. Augustana College invites local governments and non-profits to share their biggest problems, and the college will bring the students, faculty, and expertise to help solve them.

Applications are due November 15, 2025.

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