Hannibal-LaGrange University

Spring semester classes begin
2023-01-17 | MO

The Holy Ellipsis...
2023-02-03 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Hagerman Art Gallery
A collection of work from artist Todd Damotte exploring the visualization of the holiness and glory of God. He will tag his artwork with three dots (an ellipsis) to represent Isaiah’s vision of the Lord on his throne while seraphim circled Him crying out–
“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.”
Todd is a multidisciplinary artist creating art that is inspired by and helps express his faith as a Christian. He is the Marketing coordinator and teaches graphic design at HLGU.
A gallery reception will be held February 3 at 4-7 p.m. in the Hagerman Gallery of the Roland Fine Arts Center at HLGU. There will be food, fellowship, and live art at the reception.

Night of Worship ft. Shane Pruitt
2023-02-22 19:00 | Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road, Hannibal, 63401, United States
Hannibal-LaGrange University announces The Night of Worship, headlined by speaker Shane Pruitt, on Wednesday, February 22 at 7 p.m. in the Parker Theatre of the Roland Fine Arts Center.
The Night of Worship is a free event for anyone who would like to come worship at HLGU. It is a part of HLGU’s Spiritual Emphasis Week, which includes two days of chapel and a day of prayer. HLGU invites community members, churches, and youth groups to attend this spirit-filled evening.
Shane Pruitt serves as the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board (NAMB). Shane has written two books, 9 Common Lies Christians Believe: And Why God’s Truth is Infinitely Better and Calling Out the Called: Discipling Those Called to Ministry Leadership.
“We are grateful to have Shane Pruitt on campus during the HLGU Spiritual Emphasis Week,” said Director of Campus Ministry and

Missions Titus Vester. “God has used Shane to reach over 100,000 people each year with the good news of Jesus. We are excited to have him here to inspire our students and our community to follow faithfully after Christ.”
Doors to The Night of Worship will open at 6:30 p.m. The HLGU chapel band led by Jacob Nelson will be featured as the community worships together.
For more information on the HLGU Night of Worship or how you can get your church or youth group involved, please contact Titus Vester at titus.vester@hlg.edu.

Recommended date to apply for July-December graduation
2023-03-10 | MO

Spring Break
2023-03-13 - 2023-03-17 | MO

Free Society Series - Dr. Tawni Ferrarini
2023-03-23 19:00 - 20:00 | The Loft, 2800 Palmyra Road, HANNIBAL, MO, 63401
Hannibal-LaGrange University will welcome Dr. Tawni Ferrarini as guest speaker on Thursday, March 23 at 7:00 p.m. in the L.A. Foster Student Center on campus.
This event is part of the Free Society Speaker Series that HLGU hosts in partnership with the Moorman Foundation.
Ferrarini specializes in expanding the reach of sound economic education regionally, nationally, and internationally. Since 2017, Ferrarini has been the Robert W. Plaster Professor of Economic Education at Lindenwood University. She is a member of the economics faculty in the Plaster School of Business and Entrepreneurship, while also serving as a senior research fellow in the Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise. The mission of the Hammond Institute parallels free society principles promoted by Free Society programming at HLGU.
Ferrarini works with the School of Education, creating training programs for educators to teach economics and financial literacy. In addition to a plethora of accolades, Ferrarini has also co-authored several books, including Common Sense Economics: What Everyone Should Know About Wealth and Prosperity, which has been used in business classes at Hannibal-LaGrange University.
“Dr. Ferrarini’s visit to campus is an awesome opportunity for HLGU students to be immersed in free society principles presented by an esteemed professor,” says Dr. Jonathan Walker, Assistant Professor of Business Education at HLGU. “Dr. Ferrarini’s professional expertise and abundance of relevant experience in education and economics makes her an ideal Free Society speaker.”
During her visit to HLGU, Dr. Ferrarini will discuss “Markets vs. Government: Why Differences Matter.” The event is free and open to the public.
For more information about the Free Society Speaker Series at HLGU, email FreeSociety@hlg.edu.

Registration opens for Fall semester and I-Term
2023-03-27 | MO

Easter holiday
2023-04-06 - 2023-04-07 | MO

Phonathon
2023-04-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-04-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-04-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-04-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-04-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-04-20 17:00 - 19:00 | MO
HLGU alumni and friends will soon be receiving phone calls from current HLGU students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends.
The 2023 HLGU Phonathon will be taking place on select nights between April 10 and April 20 from the institutional advancement office on the 4th floor of the Burt Administration building. Calling will take place between 5 and 7 p.m. on April 10, 11, 13, 17, 18, and 20. Callers will be reaching out to both HLGU alumni and previous donors to the institution.
This year’s Phonathon needs volunteers who love HLGU and would like to help make a difference in the lives of HLGU students. All volunteers will be provided with a script and phones for the event, as well as some snacks. Anyone interested in volunteering for the 2023 Phonathon should email Director of Alumni Services, Lauren Youse, at lauren.youse@hlg.edu.
You can also sign up to be a caller through our online form by clicking this link.
Anyone who would like to give to HLGU can do so online at hlg.edu/giving or call the institutional advancement office at 573-629-3124.
For more information about the 2023 HLGU Phonathon, email Lauren Youse at lauren.youse@hlg.edu.

2023 HLGU Day of Giving
2023-04-20 12:00 - 2023-04-21 12:00 | MO
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 and noon on April 21, 2023. HLGU has set a goal of 250 new gifts to the University in this 24-hour timeframe.
“Your gift, combined with those of hundreds of other HLGU Day of Giving donors, will not only help to make scholarships or projects become realities but also have a direct impact on the lives of current and future students,” said Director of Development and Alumni Services Lauren Youse. “By joining together with the greater HLGU family during this special event, you’re demonstrating your commitment to the University and the Christian community that sets us apart.”
More information will be released via HLGU’s social media pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram in the coming months. Those who want to spread the word about HLGU’s Day of Giving can do so by using #HLGUDayOfGiving in their social media posts.
Gifts received as a part of the Day of Giving may be designated toward HLGU student scholarships, Friends of the Arts, HLGU’s fine arts giving club, or any other HLGU department or program.
During last year’s Day of Giving, 345 gifts were given raising $227,815.
“I am thankful for the way that God worked in people’s lives in supporting our Day of Giving,” said Vice President for Institutional Advancement Dr. Ray Carty. “The number of individual donors significantly surpassed our goal. The amount of financial support that was expressed was amazing and encouraging. We are thankful.”
Any questions regarding HLGU’s Day of Giving can be directed to Lauren Youse at 573.629.3126.
Learn more about the Day of Giving by clicking here.

Disc Golf Tournament Fundraiser
2023-04-22 08:00 - 17:00 | MO
Hannibal-LaGrange University will host a 2-round doubles disc golf tournament in conjunction with its Day of Giving this spring.
The event will be held on Saturday, April 22 at HLGU’s newest disc golf course on campus, The Colosseum. The course is laid out back in the woods around the walking trails behind the Administration Building. The 27-hole course is currently being built and will feature 18 holes for the tournament.
A player’s meeting will be held the morning of the tournament at 8 a.m. in the The Loft, on the second floor of the Student Center. The first round of the event will begin at 9 a.m. with the second round starting around 1 p.m. Two-person teams can sign up together for $50 while HLGU student and/or alumni teams can sign up for $40.
Register for the event by clicking this link. You can also find out more about the HLGU disc golf course by going to the UDisc app and searching The Colosseum.
All proceeds from this event will go towards the construction of the new course. The course is scheduled to be finished at the end of August in conjunction with disc golf becoming a club sport.
For more information or questions about this event, please contact Todd Damotte at tdamotte@hlg.edu or 573.629.3118.

Arbor Day
2023-04-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Carroll Science Center, 2800 Palmyra Road, Hannibal, MO, 63401, United States
More info to come.

HLGU Spring Concert
2023-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | MO
The concert will be held on Friday, April 28 at 7 p.m. featuring the HLGU band and choir.
No tickets are required. Join us in the Parker Theatre for a night of music!

Spring Semester ends
2023-05-04 | MO

ASN/BSN Pinning
2023-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | MO

Commencement
2023-05-06 10:00 - 11:00 | MO

Summer Semester begins
2023-05-08 | MO

Scarlet & Blue Auction
2023-05-19 17:30 - 21:00 | Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road, Hannibal, 63401, United States
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 p.m. at which time the silent auction will begin. At 7 p.m., the silent auction will end and the live auction will begin. Heavy appetizers will be served.
All proceeds from the Scarlet and Blue Auction will go toward HLGU’s annual fund.
The institutional advancement office is looking for additional auction items. If you would like to donate an item for the auction fundraiser, please contact Alumni Director Lauren Youse at lauren.youse@hlg.edu, or 573-629-3126. Anyone who donates an item will receive two free auction tickets (a $20 value).
Admission for the event is $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased on April 3 at www.hlg.edu. Tickets will also be available for purchase in the HLGU Institutional Advancement office in the Burt Administration after April 3. Visit in person, call 573-629-3124, or email giving@hlg.edu.
“Last year’s event was received so well by our alumni and community. It was also a fantastic fundraiser for the school as we profited over $50,000,” says Director of Alumni Services and Development Lauren Youse. “I’m excited to bring back this event this spring. I believe we will have great fellowship and fun, all while fundraising for the school we love.”

Enrollment Day
2023-05-22, 2023-05-25, 2023-06-08, 2023-07-20 | MO
What happens on Enrollment Day?

Sit down with a faculty adviser to enroll for your first semester classes
Meet other new Trojans
See your dorm room and learn about life as an HLGU Trojan
Get your parking permit and Student ID! (so come prepared to take your ID picture)
Talk with a financial aid counselor or student accounts to finalize your aid and bill
Go by the Campus Store to purchase some HLGU gear

Enroll in Person:
Come to one of our Enrollment Days in May, June, or July. IF you live within 250 miles of HLGU and are unable to attend one of the Enrollment Days, please choose the virtual visit option.
Enroll by Email or Virtual Appointment:
The option to enroll by electronic means is available only for students living more than 250 miles from HLGU. If you choose this enrollment option, you will be contacted by your admissions counselor to complete the enrollment process.
Before Enrolling:
Before you are able to enroll, all new students must:

Be admitted to the university
Pay a $100 tuition deposit, which will be applied to your account
If you are living on campus, pay a $100 dorm deposit and complete a housing application

Enrollment Day Schedule:
The afternoon session will follow the same schedule as the morning. Afternoon session will begin at 1:00 p.m.
8:00-8:30 – Registration – RFAC Lobby
8:30-9:00 – Welcome Session – Theatre

Worship
Welcome by the President
Overview of the Day – Forms

9:00-9:45 – Orientation Session

Parents stay in Theatre for orientation program
Students go to The Loft for orientation program with Student Life–

10:00-12:30 – Advisement in the Library
11:00-1:30 – Lunch

Register for Enrollment Day here.

March in Hannibal's 4th of July Parade
2023-07-04 | MO
Hannibal’s 4th of July parade is Tuesday, July 4 at 10 am and we’d love for you and your family/loved ones to march with the HLGU float!
We ask that everyone associated with our float wears an HLGU shirt (if you don’t have one – the HLGU Campus Store can help you out! Contact Sue Booth)
We’ll meet on Broadway (usually close to Holy Family Catholic Church) at 9:30 a.m. and walk the route down Broadway. Afterwards, we will drive our marchers back to their vehicles in the HLGU shuttle.
Please RSVP to Lauren Youse at lauren.youse@hlg.edu or (573) 629-3126 if you’re going to join us! It’s going to be a fun morning!

HLGU Alumni & Friends Luncheon - Cape Girardeau
2023-07-27 11:30 - 13:00 | MO
Please join us for an HLGU Alumni & Friends Luncheon on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 11:30 a.m.
The luncheon will be hosted at My Daddy’s Cheesecake Bakery & Cafe at 265 S Broadview Street, Cape Girardeau, MO
$25 per person. Please register by July 20. You can visit hlg.edu/giving to pay online. Type in “Cape Girardeau Lunch” in the designation line.
You may also contact Carla Steinbeck at carla.steinbeck@hlg.edu or 573-629-3124.

Alumni & Friends Work Day
2023-08-12 07:30 - 11:00 | MO
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 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. No advanced skills are necessary.
The morning will include hard work, great fellowship, and service to HLGU. Work will begin in the lobby of the first floor (lowest level) of the Burt Administration Building at 7:30 a.m. Jobs include raking/cleaning flower beds, painting, minor campus fix-ups, and more.
Hannibal-LaGrange University will provide a list of projects to prepare campus for the fall semester and a “thank you” lunch will be held at 11 a.m. in the Burt Administration Building.
For more information or to enlist as a volunteer, please contact Alumni Director Lauren Youse ’05 M ’16 at lauren.youse@hlg.edu or (573) 629-3126 by Wednesday, August 9. If volunteers cannot commit to working all morning, HLGU will gladly work with schedules. Volunteers should be age 12 or older.
