News & Events

Susan Johnson receives Distinguished Alum Award

Hannibal-LaGrange University recognized the annual alumni award winners during the 2023 Booster Gala on Saturday, November 11. The Distinguished Alum Award was presented to Dr. Susan Johnson ‘92. This award …

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2+2 Partnership Announced by HLGU and MACC

Hannibal, MO – Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) announces a partnership with Moberly Area Community College (MACC), launching a 2+2 program. This initiative allows MACC students to transfer to HLGU after two …

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Ferrarini to Speak at Free Society Event

Hannibal-LaGrange University will welcome Dr. Tawni Ferrarini as guest speaker on Thursday, November 9, at 7:00 p.m. in the L.A. Foster Student Center on campus. This event is part of …

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Hannibal-LaGrange University Fall Play Our Town

Hannibal, MO – The Hannibal-LaGrange University Theatre Department will be presenting Thornton Wilder’s play Our Town November 2-4 in the Parker Theatre of the Roland Fine Arts Center. ​Set in …

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HLGU Board of Trustees Gathers for Fall Meeting

Hannibal, MO – The HLGU Board of Trustees gathered on campus to conduct their annual fall meeting on October 13. The meeting brought the board together to discuss the business …

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HLGU Communication Students Win Multiple Awards

Hannibal, MO – The Baptist Communicators Association Student Awards Competitionhappened on Thursday, October 12 through a virtual awards ceremony. According to BCA website, “The competition is designed to encourage professional …

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Tickets On Sale for HLGU Booster Gala

Hannibal, MO- Tickets are now on sale for Hannibal-LaGrange University’s Booster Gala, formerly known as Booster Banquet, which will feature three HLGU leaders: Dr. Larry Lewis, Dr. Woodrow Burt, and …

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HLGU Announces the Creation of the Aloha Fund

Hannibal, MO – Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce the creation of The Aloha Fund by alumni Wes and Phyllis Segawa. This endowed fund is for general needs at the …

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HLGU to Celebrate Constitution Day

Hannibal, MO – Hannibal-LaGrange University will celebrate Constitution Day with Missouri House Representative, Dirk Deaton, on Thursday, September 21 at 10 a.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center. This event …

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HLGU Professor Amanda Henry Releases Second Book in Series


Hannibal, MO – Hannibal-LaGrange University professor and alum Amanda Henry has released her second book in the Tokens of Rynar series, The Light of the White Gem. HLGU is excited …

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Wolgemuth Named New Director of Nursing for Craigmiles School of Nursing at HLGU

Hannibal-LaGrange University President, Dr. Robert Matz announced today the appointment of Dr. Virginia (Ginger) Wolgemuth as the new Director of Nursing for the Craigmiles School of Nursing at HLGU effective …

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Hannibal-LaGrange University Student Mission Trip

Hannibal, MO – Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) continued its collaboration with the International Baptist Convention (IBC) through two summer ministry events: Euroventure and New Hive. These events were organized by Sabrina …

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HLGU Announces Parkway and Immanuel Award Winners

Hannibal-LaGrange University is proud to announce the winners of the Parkway Distinguished Professor Award and the Immanuel Staff Member of the Year for the 2022-23 academic year. Every year, the …

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Annual HLGU Alumni & Friends Work Day Planned

Hannibal-LaGrange University needs volunteers to help prepare the campus for the new school year. The annual Alumni and Friends Work Day will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2023 from …

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HLGU Appoints Sonia Vicars as Interim Vice President of Business and Operations

Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce the appointment of Sonia Vicars as the Interim Vice President of Business and Operations. Sonia Vicars is a familiar face to the Hannibal-LaGrange community, …

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