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Anna Milan Received the Loud & Clear Staff Award for dedication and professional excellenceAnna Milan Received the Loud & Clear Staff Award for dedication and professional excellence

April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

Anna Milan Received the Loud & Clear Staff Award for dedication and professional excellence

Last week, Stephens College faculty and staff gathered in the Kimball Ballroom for the Employee Appreciation event featuring live piano music, delicious food and a lively New York-inspired atmosphere.   The event itself reflected the creativity and…

Community|News|Staff Success

Stephens College Names Dr. Rabekah D. Stewart Vice President for Student Success & EngagementStephens College Names Dr. Rabekah D. Stewart Vice President for Student Success & Engagement

April 1, 2026April 1, 2026

Stephens College Names Dr. Rabekah D. Stewart Vice President for Student Success & Engagement

Stephens College has appointed Dr. Rabekah D. Stewart as Vice President for Student Success & Engagement, a key leadership role charged with advancing a bold, student-centered…

College & Campus|News|Student Experience|Student Success

Giving Back in Style: Alumna Wendy Manasse ‘81 Returns to Elevate Stephens Fashion Seniors’ PortfoliosGiving Back in Style: Alumna Wendy Manasse ‘81 Returns to Elevate Stephens Fashion Seniors’ Portfolios

April 1, 2026April 1, 2026

Giving Back in Style: Alumna Wendy Manasse ‘81 Returns to Elevate Stephens Fashion Seniors’ Portfolios

Seniors in the Stephens College fashion program have been working tirelessly for months to create collections from concept to product. While seeing their designs come…

Alumni|News|School of Integrative Studies

Stephens College named 2026–2027 Military Friendly® School, Ranked No. 1 Among Private Institutions Without Doctorates Stephens College named 2026–2027 Military Friendly® School, Ranked No. 1 Among Private Institutions Without Doctorates 

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026

Stephens College named 2026–2027 Military Friendly® School, Ranked No. 1 Among Private Institutions Without Doctorates 

Stephens College has been named a 2026-2027 Military Friendly® School, ranking No. 1 among private institutions not offering doctoral programs, which recognizes the college’s commitment to serving military-connected students.   The designation reflects Stephens’…

News|Student Experience|Student Success|Veterans

The 2026 Ten Ideals RevealThe 2026 Ten Ideals Reveal

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

The 2026 Ten Ideals Reveal

On March 12, as part of the Inauguration celebrations honoring President Shannon B. Lundeen, Stephens College continued one of its most cherished traditions—the reveal of…

College & Campus|News|Student Experience

In Remembrance of Jeannene Booher ’56In Remembrance of Jeannene Booher ’56

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

In Remembrance of Jeannene Booher ’56

Stephens College honors the life and legacy of alumna, trustee, and visionary designer Jeannene Booher ’58, who passed away peacefully on February 28 at her home…

Alumni|News

A New Era Begins: The Investiture of Shannon B. LundeenA New Era Begins: The Investiture of Shannon B. Lundeen

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

A New Era Begins: The Investiture of Shannon B. Lundeen

Stephens College proudly celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen as its 25th president during a three‑day series of events held March 12–14, 2026.…

Future Focused|News|President

Stephens College Acting Majors Earn Top Honors at True/False Gimme Truth! CompetitionStephens College Acting Majors Earn Top Honors at True/False Gimme Truth! Competition

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

Stephens College Acting Majors Earn Top Honors at True/False Gimme Truth! Competition

Two Stephens College acting majors earned top honors at the annual Gimme Truth! Competition, one of the most entertaining events of the True/False Film Fest.…

News|Performing Arts|Student Experience|Student Success

Stephens College Welcomes True/False Film Fest Back to CampusStephens College Welcomes True/False Film Fest Back to Campus

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Stephens College Welcomes True/False Film Fest Back to Campus

Stephens College will once again take center stage as a key creative partner and host venue for the internationally recognized True/False Film Fest — bringing…

College & Campus|Community|News

Finding Community, Creating Impact: Black Women Enlightened at Stephens CollegeFinding Community, Creating Impact: Black Women Enlightened at Stephens College

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

Finding Community, Creating Impact: Black Women Enlightened at Stephens College

On any given week, you’ll likely find members of Black Women Enlightened (BWE) gathered around a table at Stars Café — laughing, studying, planning their…

College & Campus|News|Student Experience

A Seat at the Table: President Lundeen Launches Industry Insider Masterclass SeriesA Seat at the Table: President Lundeen Launches Industry Insider Masterclass Series

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026

A Seat at the Table: President Lundeen Launches Industry Insider Masterclass Series

At Stephens College, career preparation doesn’t just happen in classrooms. Sometimes, it happens around the President’s dining room table. This semester marked the launch of…

Business|Future Focused|School of Integrative Studies|Student Experience

Stephens College Students Shine at State DECA Competition, Advance to International StageStephens College Students Shine at State DECA Competition, Advance to International Stage

February 18, 2026February 19, 2026

Stephens College Students Shine at State DECA Competition, Advance to International Stage

Students from Stephens College are celebrating a standout showing at the Missouri State Career Development Conference, where the College’s Collegiate DECA team earned top honors across…

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