Lincoln University (Missouri)
| Motto | Laborare et studere (To labor and study) |
|---|---|
| Established | 1866 |
| President | Carolyn R. Mahoney, PhD |
| Students | 3,156 (Fall 2007) |
| Location | , , |
| Colors | Navy Blue and White |
| Mascot | Blue Tiger |
| Website | http://www.lincolnu.edu/ |
- For the like-named university in Chester County, Pennsylvania, see Lincoln University (Pennsylvania).
Lincoln University of Missouri is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. It was founded in 1866 by members of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantry under the name "Lincoln Institute" for the purpose of providing an education to African Americans through the combining of academics and labor. In 1921, it was officially designated a university by the state of Missouri and changed its name to "Lincoln University of Missouri." In 1954, it opened its doors to applicants of all races, and it currently provides both undergraduate and graduate courses.
The school became the first land-grant university under the Morrill Act of 1890.
It is a founding member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II Heartland Conference.
In 2004, according to U.S. News and World Report, Lincoln University was ranked #5 for diversity in graduates and #7 for having the most international students. Lincoln's local impact on the economy of Cole County in Missouri exceeds $198 million annually.[citation needed]
Campus events
Founder's Day, traditionally held on the first Saturday of February, pays tribute to the Founders of Lincoln University.
Homecoming, usually held in October, is a celebratory time where family and friends of Lincoln University convene to participate in gala activities.
Springfest, usually held in late April, is a time to celebrate the arrival of Spring with games and other fun activities throughout the week.
LU media
- The Clarion (university newspaper)
- KJLU (radio station)
- JCTV (public access TV)
Notable staff
- Althea Gibson, athletics instructor in the early 1950s
- Dr. Lorenzo Greene, a famous black historian, taught at the university 1933-1972
- Lemar Parrish, former eight-time pro bowl National Football League (NFL) defensive back in the 1970s and early 1980s, is currently the head coach of the university's football team
- Robert Nathaniel Dett, composer
Notable alumni
- Oliver Cox
- Mervyn M. Dymally, California politician
- Lloyd L. Gaines attended during the 1930s
- Leo Lewis, football player for LU in the 1950s and a member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame.
- Carey Means, voice of Frylock on Aqua Teen Hunger Force
- Zeke Moore, football player for LU in the 1960s, played 11 years in the NFL.
- Jazz musicians Oliver Lake and Julius Hemphill.
- Joe Torry, a nationally known actor and comedian.
See also
External links
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