News & Events

Transitional President Harrison plans meetings and calls for solemn assembly

With the appointment of Transitional President Rodney Harrison, the HLGU trustees and administration are meeting with faculty, staff, and students to share updates regarding current financial and institutional challenges and …

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HLGU announces transitional president

The board of trustees at Hannibal-LaGrange University is thrilled to announce Dr. Rodney A. Harrison as transitional president of HLGU. Dr. Harrison will assume this role effective March 7. Harrison …

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HLGU awards two full-time scholarships

Hannibal-LaGrange University has named two students as recipients of the HLGU full-tuition Founders Scholarship. Faith Clinton and Brandon White were awarded this honor after competing against several of their peers …

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HLGU announces disc golf glow tournament

Hannibal-LaGrange University will host a two-round disc golf tournament in conjunction with its 2022 HLGU Day of Giving initiative. The event will be held on April 21, 2022 on HLGU’s …

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HLGU releases Fall 2021 Dean’s List

Hannibal-LaGrange University has released the names of students who qualified for the Academic Dean’s List for the spring 2021 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, the student must maintain …

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Nichols resigns as Athletic Director and Women’s Soccer Coach

The Hannibal-LaGrange University Athletic Department announces the resignation of Athletic Director Jason Nichols. Nichols has served the university for 24 years, acting as head women’s soccer coach during much of …

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HLGU announces second annual Day of Giving

Hannibal-LaGrange University announced its second annual HLGU Day of Giving will happen in April 2022. The Day of Giving will run for the 24-hour period between noon on April 21 …

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Beard Agribusiness scholarship established at HLGU

Gerry and Mary Ann Beard have established the Gerry and Mary Ann Beard Agribusiness scholarship at Hannibal-LaGrange University. This scholarship will award $2,000 each to three recipients. Recipients must be …

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Dr. Anthony W. Allen announces resignation as HLGU President

Hannibal-LaGrange University President Dr. Anthony W. Allen submitted his resignation after nine years of service. In his resignation, he indicated his decision is a combination of needing to recover from …

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HLGU gives $2000 scholarship to 2022 New Year Baby

On Monday, January 17, HLGU President Dr. Anthony Allen presented Hannibal Regional Hospital’s 2022 New Year Baby with a $2,000 scholarship to HLGU. Evren Alice Penrose was born on January …

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HLGU expands computer sciences program

The HLGU Computer Information Systems Department is now the HLGU Computer Sciences Department and has expanded its degree offerings to include four new emphases. Dr. Michelle Todd, the department chair …

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2021 Booster Banquet huge success for HLGU

The 2021 Hannibal-LaGrange University Booster Banquet featuring guest speaker Ken Bevel was an incredible success for the University. Bevel is recognized by his roles as Lieutenant Michael Simmons in the …

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Ticket price increasing soon for Booster Banquet featuring Ken Bevel

Ticket prices will soon be increasing for Hannibal-LaGrange University’s 80th Annual Booster Banquet which will feature Ken Bevel as the keynote speaker. The banquet will be held Friday, November 19, …

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Sally Poole Kintz to exhibit new typographic digital painting series

Hannibal-LaGrange University and the Hagerman Gallery are pleased to announce the upcoming exhibit of Sally Poole Kintz new series of digital art work on display in the Hagerman Gallery. Each …

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HLGU students awarded Free Society scholarship

Four 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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