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Midland University Announces Retirement of President Jody Horner After a Decade of Leadership
President Jody Horner of Midland University has announced her retirement after leading the institution for ten years. Her retirement will take effect during the 2024-25 academic year, once her successor is appointed by the Midland University Board of Directors. Horner, who took office as the 16th president in December 2014, had previously worked for 30 years at Cargill, a global agribusiness company.
Local Achievers: Three Northeast Community College Students Honored with Statewide Academic Awards
Three students from Northeast Community College were recognized as members of the 2024 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-Nebraska Academic Team. The event took place in the Warner Legislative Chamber at the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln. Rachel Gaver, Kylie Jerabek, and Kaleb Wragge were honored alongside 15 other students from various community colleges in Nebraska for their academic achievements, leadership, and community service.
Join Midland University's 140-Year Celebration Gala for Local Scholarships
Midland University plans to host a 140-Year Celebration Concert Gala on May 23 at the Wikert Event Center. HCIS is the main sponsor of the event. The Nebraska All-Star Rock & Roll Band will perform, and attendees can enjoy food, drinks, and auctions. The university's goal is to raise $140,000 for student scholarships. Midland President Jody Horner invites alumni, community members, and friends of Midland to the event.
Local Education Leader Dr. Brian Maher to Address Midland University Graduates
Dr. Brian Maher, a Midland University alumnus from the class of 1987, will be the keynote speaker at the Undergraduate Commencement ceremony. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 11th, at 10 a.m. at the Wikert Event Center. Maher has had a nearly four-decade career in education, primarily in Nebraska and South Dakota.
Local University Honors Students, Faculty, and High School Leaders at Annual Achievement Awards
Midland University recently celebrated its annual Student Achievement Awards. The event, held on April 11th at the Wikert Event Center, recognized the contributions of students, faculty, and student organizations during the 2023-24 academic year. The awards were determined by votes from professors, Student Affairs, and Admissions, with students voting for the professor awards.
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