Press Release
HLGU Music Department Presents “Let All Creation Praise Him” Spring Choral Concert on May 1
Hannibal-LaGrange University invites the community to attend the HLGU Music Department’s Spring Choral Concert on Friday, May 1, at 7 p.m. in the Parker Theatre of the Roland Fine Arts Center. This year’s program, …
Tickets Now on Sale for Hannibal-LaGrange University’s Free Society Event Featuring National Youth Advocate Chloe Cole
Buy tickets here Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) announces that tickets are now on sale for its upcoming Free Society event featuring national youth advocate and speaker Chloe Cole. The event will take place on Wednesday, …
Hannibal-LaGrange University Launches 2026 Day of Giving with New Matching Opportunities
Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is excited to announce its fifth annual HLGU Day of Giving, taking place April 9–10, 2026. This 24-hour giving event will begin at noon on Thursday, April …
HLGU Settlement Secures Right of Christians to Establish Schools That Reflect Their Faith
Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) announced today the resolution of its federal lawsuit against the Department of Education. This landmark settlement protects the constitutional right of Baptists to establish and maintain schools …
HLGU Launches “Bring Back the Legacy: Phase 2” Fundraising Campaign to Renovate Campus Housing
Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) has launched Bring Back the Legacy: Phase 2, a fundraising campaign to support critical dormitory renovations needed to meet growing enrollment demands and address aging campus housing. …
Hannibal-LaGrange University to Host Free Society Event Featuring National Youth Advocate Chloe Cole
Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) will host a Free Society event on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., featuring national youth advocate and speaker Chloe Cole, who will present on the …
Hannibal-LaGrange University to Host Mission Emphasis Week, February 16–20, 2026
Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) will host Mission Emphasis Week from February 16 through February 20, 2026, inviting students, local churches, and area youth groups to participate in a week centered on missions, evangelism, and living out …
Dr. Ashley Newton Appointed Assistant Professor of Leadership at Hannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ashley Newton as Assistant Professor of Leadership, following trustee approval on October 17, 2025. Dr. Newton currently serves as Director …
James and Cheryl Rawlings Honored with HLGU’s 2025 Outstanding Service Award
Hannibal-LaGrange University is proud to announce that James and Cheryl Rawlings of Hannibal, Missouri, have been named the 2025 recipients of the HLGU Outstanding Service Award. The award was presented …
Hannibal-LaGrange University Honors Chris Buckles with 2025 Young Alumni Award
Hannibal-LaGrange University is proud to announce that Chris Buckles, resident of Edwardsville, Illinois, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Young Alumni Award. This honor is presented to graduates …