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Manchester University Commencement is May 16, Dave Haist to give address
Dave Haist will address the graduating class and receive an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree at Manchester University’s commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16. Haist graduated from Manchester in 1973 with a degree in accounting and economics. In 1977, he...
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MU professor emeritus named pioneer in social work
Dr. Brad Yoder, professor emeritus of sociology and social work, was one of three Hoosiers recognized as a Pioneer in Social Work by the National Association of Social Workers Foundation (NASW) at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. in early June. Yoder was inducted into...
Manchester University welcomes new College of Business dean
Manchester University welcomes Dr. Ron Lewis as the new Dean of the College of Business and Human Services. He started at the University on June 1, 2026. Lewis previously served as Assistant Professor and Program Chair for Marketing and Sport Management at the...
Manchester University celebrates the Class of 2026
Manchester University graduated 269 students at this year’s commencement ceremonies. In total, 286 degrees were awarded, including 186 undergraduate degrees and 100 graduate and professional degrees. Twenty-eight students earned honors distinction. This...
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MU hosts 220 students for annual Spartan Showdown esports tournament
Manchester University hosted 220 high school students, representing 41 schools from Indiana and Ohio, for the annual Spartan Showdown tournament on Saturday, Nov. 1. Spartan Showdown is a one-day, free-entry high school Super Smash Bros. Ultimate event organized by Manchester’s esports program. This is the University’s sixth year hosting the event. The top player received a scholarship of $8,000 per year to Manchester University. Players who placed second and third received scholarships of $6,000 per year, and those who placed fourth through eighth received scholarships of $3,000 per year. “We pride...
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Manchester University Invites Future Spartans to Experience Campus Life on Nov. 15
Manchester University is welcoming high school students and their families to campus for Spartan Day on Friday, Nov. 15, an immersive event designed to showcase the Manchester experience and help students envision their future as Spartans. Spartan Day offers visitors a chance to connect directly with faculty, staff and current students while exploring all that Manchester has to offer. Guests will tour campus, learn about academic programs, student life and financial aid, and discover how Manchester prepares students for success in their careers and communities. “Spartan Day gives students...
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Manchester University presents student-written play ‘The Lonely Hearts Club’
Manchester University invites the public to attend “The Lonely Hearts Club,” with performances on Nov. 7 and 8 at 8 p.m., and Nov. 9 at 2:30 p.m. in Cordier Auditorium. A romantic comedy featuring a heartwarming and hilarious journey of love and unexpected connections, “The Lonely Hearts Club” tells the story of two adversarial coworkers who fall in love on an anonymous dating app. There is no cost for admission. The show began as a 10-minute play that junior MU student Liz Moss wrote for a high school theatre class. When she learned...
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Manchester University partners with Questa, Parkview Health to support ABSN students
Manchester University is partnering with Parkview Health and Questa Education Foundation to provide financial support to students of the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program. The Questa Parkview ABSN Scholars program allows students to receive financial assistance throughout their enrollment in the form of a forgivable loan for two-thirds of their ABSN tuition. Funds will enable more students to achieve their ABSN degrees and start their careers at Parkview. Students receive 100% loan forgiveness when they graduate and work at Parkview for three years. Eligible students are invited to learn more and apply for...
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Manchester University partners with Gen.G for esports Practicum Abroad Program
Manchester University announced today it has partnered with global esports and gaming organization Gen.G to participate in the Gen.G Practicum Abroad program, which offers students the opportunity to take part in an intensive, three-week program to study in the heart of the esports industry in Seoul, South Korea. “We are incredibly excited to partner with such an amazing esports organization like Gen.G to provide our students here at Manchester with an amazing opportunity to travel to Seoul and learn the esports industry from the best in the business,” says Garrett...
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Manchester University celebrates mascot Manny’s birthday
Manchester University invites students, staff and friends and families in the community to celebrate its mascot Manny’s 10th birthday on Wednesday, Oct. 15. In collaboration with the Wabash County Museum, pop-up haunted miniature golf will be offered from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Museum. The public is welcome to attend. Tickets are $2 per individual or $10 for a family, and free for MU students with MU ID. Nine holes are expected to take 45 to 60 minutes. Cupcakes will be provided, and food trucks will be available...
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Manchester University Homecoming 2025 is Oct. 10-11
Celebrate Manchester University’s Homecoming 2025 on Friday, Oct. 10 and Saturday, Oct. 11 with events at the North Manchester campus. Reunions this year are for the classes of 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2015, 2020, and 2025. Scheduled events on Saturday that are open to the public include: Donuts and Departments from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Spartan Stadium. Spartan Street Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Spartan Stadium. General luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Spartan Stadium. Lunch is $12. ...
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