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Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) recognized donors to various scholarship funds during its annual Scholarship Donor Appreciation Banquet, held recently at the Cumberland Gap Convention Center. The featured speaker was Jenae Tiki Matikke, a scholarship recipient who graduated from LMU in 2020 with a Master of Business Administration and is currently working toward a Doctor of Business Administration.

Black Opry and Gangstagrass will headline a pair of live tapings of “Appalachia Sessions Live” at Lincoln Memorial University (LMU)’s Tex Turner Arena on Monday, September 18, and Tuesday, September 19. Black Opry will be joined by Benjamin Dakota Rogers and Caleb Lee Hutchinson for Monday’s show, while Brennen Leigh and Abe Partridge will be featured on Tuesday. The concerts are free and open to the public with a canned food donation to Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Board of Trustees will unveil and dedicate a new statue honoring General Oliver Otis Howard during its annual Homecoming celebration at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 13.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Women of Service (WOS) presented its annual award to alumna Judy Hounshell of Rose Hill, Virginia, during its 2023 WOS Fashion Show. The Cynthia L. Whitt Woman of Service Award was created to recognize an exemplary woman who is making a difference in the communities that LMU serves. The name of the award honors Cynthia L. Whitt, LMU vice president for University Advancement, and her contributions toward the establishment of the LMU WOS organization. Hounshell is a 1969 graduate of LMU and has served the University in numerous capacities.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) will host two live tapings of “Appalachia Sessions Live” at 5 p.m. on Monday, September 18 and noon on Tuesday, September 19 in Tex Turner Arena. “Appalachia Sessions Live” features Chris Blue and Crockett and will include performances from select artists to be announced later. Nan Kelley, the former host of Great American Country’s “Top 20 Country Countdown” and the Grand Ole Opry's television show “Opry Live,” joins Blue as co-host for this second season of “Appalachia Sessions Live.”

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers has announced the promotion of Dawson Delph to assistant dean of students, overseeing student life.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers has announced the promotion of Director of Career Services Sheri Schatz to assistant dean of students, overseeing student engagement.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Women of Service (WOS) Fashion Show is just around the corner. The event, set for Thursday, August 17, in Tex Turner Arena, is sponsored this year by Dr. Audrey Kinder of Kinder Family and Cosmetic Dentistry of Pineville, Kentucky. Kinder graduated magna cum laude from LMU in 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in biology. She went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 2018. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess presented Assistant Vice President for Academic and Support Services Blaze Bowers with the LMU President’s Award during a special luncheon on Friday, June 16. The LMU President’s Award is given to an individual in recognition of excellence in performance, whether for normal or extra duties, assigned or pursued at one’s own volition.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) student Olivia Nichols represented LMU as the University’s queen candidate during the recent Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival (KMLF). The KMLF is held annually over the Memorial Day weekend in Pineville, Kentucky.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Vice President for Academic Affairs R. Jay Stubblefield, PhD, presented Judy Hansard, of Tazewell, Tennessee with the Mary Mildred Sullivan Award at the LMU Spring Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 6.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) will hold its Spring Commencement Exercises in Tex Turner Arena on Saturday, May 6, 2023. The ceremony is set to begin at 10 a.m.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess and Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers recently traveled to Taiwan to join Ming Chuan University (MCU) in celebrating its 66th anniversary.

The Mary S. Annan Natatorium at Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) has closed permanently, President Clayton Hess announced this week.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) has received a new accolade in recognition of its affordable programming in relation to its peers. The award comes from Colleges of Distinction, a resource whose cohort of schools is selected based on the quality and breadth of hands-on experiences in lieu of the popular rankings model.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers has announced the promotion of Director of Enrollment Analytics Sean Long to Director of Academic Support. In his new position, Long’s responsibilities will increase. As the new division leader for LMU Academic Support, he will oversee the Tagge Center’s general academic support services, the Cornerstone program and the U.S. Department of Education grant-funded Student Support Services TRIO program for undergraduate students.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) annual Christmas Festival will be Thursday, December 1, 2022. The day of holiday activities kicks off at 10:30 a.m. in Tex Turner Arena and will culminate with a free performance by the Knoxville Symphony Chamber Orchestra (KSCO) at 7 p.m. A free Christmas photo booth with Santa’s elves will be set up from 3-7 p.m. in the Arena lobby and the traditional Campus Christmas Lighting will take place at 6 p.m.

The Tennessee Greater Smoky Mountain Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) gathered for the organization’s annual National Philanthropy Day Celebration on Thursday, November 3. During the event AFP recognized Lincoln Memorial University’s Women of Service (WOS) with the 2022 Award for Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser.

Award-winning author Silas House will visit Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) for a special event Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 7 p.m. House will be reading from his new novel, “Lark Ascending,” answering questions and signing books. Some copies of the book and other items will be given away as well. The event will be held in the Duke Hall of Citizenship, Sam & Sue Mars Performing Arts Center.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) inducted the Class of 2022 into its Educators’, Literary and Professional Halls of Fame during Homecoming celebrations earlier this month. Billie Jean Wheeler Reynolds was posthumously enshrined into the Educators’ Hall of Fame on Saturday, October 8.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) inducted the Class of 2022 into its Educators’, Literary and Professional Halls of Fame during Homecoming celebrations earlier this month. LMU Executive Vice President for Finance Christy Graham was enshrined into the Professional Hall of Fame on Saturday, October 8.

The Lincoln Memorial University-School of Medical Sciences (LMU-SMS) has honored the life and contributions of longtime Physician Assistant (PA) educator Rex L. Hobbs, DMS, MPAS, PA-C, with the dedication of the classroom where he delivered his lectures.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Paul V. Hamilton School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and The LMU Players will celebrate the University’s 125th anniversary with an original play. “Illuminating the Blue and Gray: Stories of LMU’s Alumni,” will be presented Wednesday, October 5, 2022, as part of LMU’s annual Homecoming festivities. The production, which is free for everyone to attend, will take place at 7 p.m. in the Sam and Sue Mars Performing Arts Center at Duke Hall of Citizenship on the main campus of LMU.

Mission of Hope (MOH) is continuing its longstanding support of students in its service area by donating funds to Lincoln Memorial University (LMU). The funds are designated for the Mission of Hope Endowed Scholarship in Memory of Dedrick Andrew Courtney.

Douglas and Judy Graham, of Ewing, Virginia, have established the Graham Family Endowed Scholarship at Lincoln Memorial University (LMU). The scholarship will provide financial support for students from Lee County, Virginia.

Lincoln Memorial University’s (LMU) Student Services department is hosting its first Family Weekend, welcoming undergraduate students’ family members for three days of fun and activities. It is scheduled to take place September 16-18, 2022.

Country music star Chase Bryant will perform in concert at Lincoln Memorial University at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 6 in Tex Turner Arena. The concert, presented and planned by the Student Services Division, is part of the University’s 125th Anniversary and Homecoming celebrations.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Women of Service (WOS) recently made a donation to Mission of Hope to support relief efforts for flood victims in Southeast Kentucky. Mission of Hope Executive Director Emmette Thompson stopped at LMU’s main campus in Harrogate on his way to the flood zone. LMU WOS members and LMU staff presented Thompson with the donation.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess and the LMU Board of Trustees has recognized Dorothy Neely for over 40 years of service as an LMU Trustee. A luncheon in her honor was held, with representatives of LMU, the community and Neely's family on hand.

The Cumberland Gap FolkFest is making its return this year, and the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum (ALLM) is a host for the event in partnership with Guardians of the Gap. The FolkFest is scheduled for Saturday, August 13, with a full day of free events at both the ALLM and in the Town of Cumberland Gap. Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) is a sponsor for the event.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers has announced the promotion of Title IX and Institutional Compliance Investigator Checovoia Foster-Bruce to Title IX coordinator and institutional compliance officer. She is a 2020 graduate of the LMU Duncan School of Law (LMU Law), where she excelled both in and outside the classroom.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Office of Marketing and Public Relations was honored with five Tennessee College Public Relations Association (TCPRA) 2022 Communication Awards.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Women of Service (WOS) Fashion Show and Vendor Event is just around the corner. The event, set for Thursday, August 18, in Tex Turner Arena, will feature a separate vendor fair with extended hours, a buffet meal with a chocolate fountain, and fashions modeled on stage. All tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. The vendor event, free and open to the public, will be set up in the upper concourse of Tex Turner Arena from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vendors will include jewelry, home décor, beauty products, clothing, cookies, canned foods, Operation Christmas Child and more.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess has appointed Dr. Jay Stubblefield as executive vice president for academic affairs. He returned to LMU, effective July 1, 2022, after having first served in the vice president for academic affairs position from 2019 until 2021 and will lead the academic affairs division of the University and serve in the president’s cabinet and executive council.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Executive Vice President for Administration Dr. Jody Goins has announced the promotion of Executive Director for Enrollment Services Dr. Lindsay Haywood to assistant vice president for enrollment.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers has named Porscha Yeary as coordinator of aquatics. Yeary will be at the helm for the grand reopening of the LMU pool on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, after a time of closure for renovations. Renovations to the pool include a new heater with a new liner planned, and the reopening of the indoor pool comes in time for the summer break. The pool is popular with not only LMU students, faculty and staff, but with the community as well. The grand reopening will bring with it popular classes, open swim times and access for birthday parties. The celebration, which is free to attend, is scheduled for 2-4 p.m. and there will be refreshments available. Visitors can swim or just visit, and memberships can be purchased.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services Blaze Bowers has announced the promotion of Director of Student Leadership and Outreach Hannah Wilson to associate dean of students.

Dr. Gary Burchett was honored recently by the Cumberland Gap Region Tourism Association (CGRTA) for his devoted efforts to highlighting the region and making it a vacation destination. Burchett is a former Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) president and longtime member of the LMU Board of Trustees. He is a founding member of the CGRTA and serves on its board of directors.

Lincoln Memorial University will present its FREE family-friend outdoor movie series on the first Friday in June, July and August. The series will get underway with Disney's "Encanto" on June 3 at the Harrogate City Park

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Student Services Division is proud to present national recording artist, singer, songwriter and actor Jesse McCartney as the featured performer at the Lincoln Memorial University Spring Concert at Tex Turner Arena at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 9.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess has named David Honeycutt as the new chief of LMU Police and Security. In this role, Honeycutt will oversee all police and security operations at LMU and lead the nationally recognized LMU Police and Security department, which includes a staff of almost 50 personnel including POST-certified police officers, armed security guards, unarmed security guards, dispatchers and administrative staff. In addition to the main campus, the department serves LMU’s nine off-campus learning sites. Honeycutt brings 27 years of law enforcement experience to LMU. Most recently he used his expertise at the Union County Sheriff’s Department, where he worked from 2019 until he accepted the post at LMU.

LMU-CVM will hold the Kaitlyn DeVries Memorial 5K on April 2 at 10 a.m. at the DeBusk Veterinary Teaching Center in Ewing, Virginia.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Vice President for Academic Affairs W. Mark Tew, ThD, presented Vice President for University Advancement Cynthia L. Whitt, of London, Kentucky, with the Mary Mildred Sullivan Award at the LMU Fall Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, December 11, 2021.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Student Government Association (SGA) recently sent a delegation to the 52nd General Assembly for the Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature (TISL) in Nashville, Tennessee. The assembly was held in the state capitol, and each delegate had a unique job.

LMU will host a day of holiday activities making up its annual Christmas Festival on Thursday, December 2, culminating at 7 p.m. with a performance by the Knoxville Symphony Chamber Orchestra (KSCO) in Tex Turner Arena.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess cut the ribbon to officially open the LMU Women of Service (WOS) Lincoln’s Closet Tuesday morning. The latest student-centered venture from the community organization is aimed at providing LMU students access to appropriate attire as they prepare to embark on professional careers.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) inducted the Class of 2021 into its Educators’, Literary and Professional Halls of Fame during Homecoming celebrations earlier this month. Roger Adams, ‘72, of Lee County, Virginia, was one of four inducted into the Professional Hall of Fame.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) inducted the Class of 2021 into its Educators’, Literary and Professional Halls of Fame during Homecoming celebrations earlier this month. Buck Turner, ’02, ‘04, was the sole inductee for the Literary Hall of Fame.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) inducted the Class of 2021 into its Educators’, Literary and Professional Halls of Fame during Homecoming celebrations earlier this month. Dr. Dennis Nordin, ’64, of Starkville, Mississippi, was one of three inducted into the Educators’ Hall of Fame.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) inducted the Class of 2021 into its Educators’, Literary and Professional Halls of Fame during Homecoming celebrations earlier this month. Richard Flanary was one of three inducted into the Educators’ Hall of Fame.

Following a day of celebration on Friday, the ALLM will offer free admission to the public on Saturday, October 9. A full day of family programming is planned to include activities in the Museum and outdoor fun in the Pioneer Village. In the ALLM, the National Society Daughters of the Union Lincoln Learning Lab will be open for the first time. The lab is a place for children to explore the past through play and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering Art, and Mathematics). In the Pioneer Village, demonstrations of the connections between science and the Civil War will take place, along with an apple butter demonstration from reenactors. At the Lincoln birthplace cabin, Mr. Lincoln himself (portrayed by Dennis Boggs) will be on hand to talk to visitors about his childhood and experiences as President.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) will unveil a statue in honor of Autry O.V. “Pete” DeBusk -- chairman of the LMU Board of Trustees, chairman and founder of DeRoyal Industries, Inc., and noted philanthropist -- during its annual Homecoming festivities at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 8, 2021.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Vice President for Academic Affairs W. Mark Tew, ThD, has appointed Dr. Celeste Church as associate vice president for academic affairs. In this role, Church will lead the University’s efforts in institutional research, institutional effectiveness and accreditation. Additionally, she will oversee the faculty and staff of the Carnegie Vincent Library and the Reed Health Science Library as well as the office of the registrar.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) is preparing to welcome hundreds of alumni and friends back to the Harrogate, Tennessee, main campus from October 7-9, 2021. It will mark the return to an in-person annual tradition after the 2020 Homecoming included only virtual events

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Vice President for Academic Affairs W. Mark Tew, ThD, has appointed Blaze Bowers, JD, as Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Support Services.

J. Frank White Academy is pleased to announce that the Mountain Fiesta, a community festival celebrating Appalachian and Latin American culture, is set for Thursday, Sept. 30 – Sunday, Oct. 3, in Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. Saturday’s headline act is Grammy nominee and five-time IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year Dale Ann Bradley.

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) President Clayton Hess has announced the University is developing a School of Engineering and has hired Dr. Ryan A. Overton to serve as founding dean.

Executive Vice President for Administration Jody Goins has been selected by the National Association of College Admission Counseling to serve on one of four new Ad Hoc Committees.

The Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Office of Marketing and Public Relations staff was honored with nine Tennessee College Public Relations Association (TCPRA) 2021 Communications Awards.

LMU-CVM held a groundbreaking ceremony May 26 to celebrate the construction of its new Veterinary Education and Technology (VET) building at the DeBusk Veterinary Teaching Center (DVTC) in Ewing, Virginia. LMU Chairman of the Board Autry O.V. “Pete” DeBusk and First District Virginia Delegate Terry Kilgore joined LMU-CVM Dean Stacy Anderson, LMU School of Allied Health Sciences Dean Elizabeth Thompson and faculty and staff to commemorate the day.