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Hannibal-LaGrange University Theatre Department Presents Shadowlands

The Hannibal-LaGrange University Theatre Department is proud to present Shadowlands, a moving true story that explores love, loss, and the courage it takes to embrace both. Performances will be held …

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Adventure University Returns for 7th Year at Hannibal-LaGrange University

Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is excited to announce the return of Adventure University for the seventh consecutive year. This engaging program for area youth will take place on Monday, November 3, 2025, …

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HLGU to Host Free Community Trunk or Treat on October 30

Hannibal-LaGrange University invites families from the Hannibal community to its annual Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event is hosted by …

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Hannibal-LaGrange University to Celebrate Constitution Day with Dr. John Wilsey

Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) will celebrate Constitution Day with a special Chapel lecture by Dr. John D. Wilsey on Wednesday, September 17, at 11:00 a.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center. …

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HLGU Announces 2025 Booster Night Speaker: John O’Leary

Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is thrilled to announce that nationally renowned inspirational speaker, bestselling author, and soon-to-be feature film subject John O’Leary will headline the 2025 Booster Night on Saturday, November …

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Grow Week Featuring Evangelist Daniel Ritchie

September 2 – 4th  Hannibal-LaGrange University Announces Grow Week Featuring Evangelist Daniel Ritchie Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce its annual Grow Week, a series of special chapel services and events …

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2025 Homecoming Celebration 

Release Date:  August 19, 2025 Hannibal-LaGrange University Announces 2025 Homecoming Celebration HANNIBAL, Mo. – Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is pleased to announce its 2025 Homecoming celebration, which will take place on …

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Volunteers Needed for HLGU Alumni & Friends Work Day on August 9

Volunteers Needed for HLGU Alumni & Friends Work Day on August 9 Hannibal, MO – Hannibal-LaGrange University is calling on volunteers to help prepare the campus for the new school …

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HLGU Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Classic Fundraiser!

Tee Up for a Great Cause at the HLGU Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Classic Fundraiser! Get ready to swing into action at one of the most anticipated events of …

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Hannibal-LaGrange University Welcomes New Vice President of Enrollment and Dean of Students 

Release Date: June 27, 2025  Hannibal-LaGrange University Welcomes New Vice President of Enrollment and Dean of Students  HANNIBAL, MO — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is pleased to announce the appointments of two …

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HLGU Communication Students Earn Four MBEA Awards

HANNIBAL, MO – Students in the Communication Studies department at Hannibal-LaGrange University earned multiple awards in the Missouri Broadcast Educators Association (MBEA) competition. The MBEA awards were announced on April …

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Why I’m Asking the Department of Education to Protect Religious Liberty at Christian Universities

By Dr. Robert Matz Hannibal-LaGrange University is unapologetically Christian. We offer students a relevant education anchored in a biblical worldview. Since 1858, we have existed to serve the churches of …

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HLGU Asks Department of Education for Protection 
from Unconstitutional Mandate

HANNIBAL, MO — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU), affiliated with the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) since 1857, formally requested a religious accommodation from the U.S. Department of Education from a Biden-era regulation, …

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HLGU Announces 2025 Full Tuition Founders Scholarship Recipients

HLGU Announces 2025 Full Tuition Founders Scholarship Recipients HANNIBAL, MO Hannibal-LaGrange University is proud to announce the recipients of its prestigious 2025 Founders Scholarship, a full tuition scholarship awarded annually …

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HLGU Exceeds Day of Giving Goal with Over 270 Gifts and $122,000 Raised

Hannibal-LaGrange University is celebrating a successful Day of Giving, having surpassed its goal of 250 gifts in 24 hours. Thanks to the generosity of alumni, friends, and supporters, HLGU received …

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