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HLGU announces date for 2023 Day of Giving

Hannibal-LaGrange University announced its third annual HLGU Day of Giving will happen in April 2023. The Day of Giving will run for the 24-hour period between noon on April 20 …

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HLGU to hold 2nd Annual Scarlet and Blue Auction

Hannibal-LaGrange University will hold the 2nd Annual Scarlet and Blue Auction on Friday, May 19, in the Roland Fine Arts Center. Doors for the event will open at 5:30 pm …

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Josh Pierce receives HLGU Outstanding Young Alumnus Award

Hannibal-LaGrange University recognized the annual alumni award winners during the 2022 Booster Gala on Saturday, November 12. The Outstanding Young Alumnus Award was presented to Josh Pierce ’12 M ‘17. …

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Jim and Linda Youse receive HLGU Alumni award

Hannibal-LaGrange University recognized the annual alumni award winners during the 2022 Booster Gala on Saturday, November 12. The Outstanding Service Award was presented to Jim ‘76 and Linda ‘79 Youse. This …

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Brett and Mindy Akright receive Distinguished Alumnae award

Hannibal-LaGrange University recognized the annual alumni award winners during the 2022 Booster Gala on Saturday, November 12. The Distinguished Alumni Award was presented to Brett R. ‘92 and Mindy (Stinson) …

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HLGU students awarded Free Society Scholarship

Three Hannibal-LaGrange University business students have been awarded a scholarship in recognition of their promising potential as free society scholars. The $3,000 Free Society Scholarship is funded by the Moorman …

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HLGU students and staff featured in Oakley Lindsay Art Showcase

Hannibal-LaGrange University students and faculty had art pieces featured into the prestigious 28th Annual Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Artist Showcase at the Quincy Art Center in Quincy, Illinois. …

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HLGU Homecoming another success

Hannibal-LaGrange University enjoyed yet another successful Homecoming weekend on November 11 and 12 that featured fun events for past and present students of the University. Homecoming weekend was kicked off …

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HLGU remains accredited following a season of financial challenge

Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) announced today that it continues to be fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) after a review of financial matters. HLGU’s status has changed from financially …

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2022 Booster Gala a huge success for HLGU

The 2022 Hannibal-LaGrange University Booster Gala featuring new HLGU President Dr. Robert Matz was an incredible success for the University. The Booster Gala, formally called the HLGU Booster Banquet, capped …

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Souvay Memorial Library donates books to HLGU Freedom on the Inside Program at JCCC

Hannibal-LaGrange University announces its partnership between the Souvay Memorial Library at Kenrick Glennon Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri and HLGU’s Freedom on the Inside program at the Jefferson City Correctional …

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HLGU names Dr. Julie Albee as Interim Vice President for Academic Administration

Hannibal-LaGrange University President Dr. Robert Matz is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Julie Albee as HLGU’s Interim Vice President of Academic Administration. Dr. Albee will start in her …

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Ticket Price Increasing Soon for HLGU Booster Gala Featuring New HLGU President – Dr. Robert Matz

Tickets are now on sale for Hannibal-LaGrange University’s first Booster Gala, formerly known as Booster Banquet, which will feature HLGU’s new president, Dr. Robert Matz, as the keynote speaker. The …

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Dr. Robert J. Matz named next president of Hannibal-LaGrange University

The Hannibal-LaGrange University Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Robert J. Matz as the 18th President of Hannibal-LaGrange University. Dr. Matz was appointed by the …

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HLGU hosting disc golf glow tournament as part of 2022 homecoming

Hannibal-LaGrange University will host a 2-round disc golf tournament in conjunction with HLGU’s 2022 Homecoming celebration. The event will be held on Friday, November 11, 2022 on HLGU’s disc golf …

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