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Author: Sarah Salmons

Alumni Spotlight: Anne Louise Wallace ’82Alumni Spotlight: Anne Louise Wallace ’82

December 8, 2025December 10, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Anne Louise Wallace ’82

Behind the Scenes at NBC Nightly News Stephens College President Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen and Vice President of Advancement Kelley Marchbanks recently had the pleasure…

Alumni|Alumni Success|News|School of Integrative Studies

Stephens College Acquires Nourish Café + Market, Expands Experiential Learning for Students Stephens College Acquires Nourish Café + Market, Expands Experiential Learning for Students 

December 2, 2025January 5, 2026

Stephens College Acquires Nourish Café + Market, Expands Experiential Learning for Students 

Stephens College announced today that it has purchased Nourish Café + Market, the beloved downtown Columbia restaurant known for its organic, locally sourced, nutrient-rich menu. Stephens’ first major acquisition under…

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

New Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO AnnouncedNew Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO Announced

October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

New Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO Announced

Stephens College has announced the appointment of Dr. Jonathan Sadhoo as its new Vice President for Finance & Administration and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective…

College & Campus|Community|News

Karen M. Miller ’06 Inducted into Boone County Hall of FameKaren M. Miller ’06 Inducted into Boone County Hall of Fame

October 3, 2025October 13, 2025

Karen M. Miller ’06 Inducted into Boone County Hall of Fame

Stephens College is proud to celebrate alumna Karen M. Miller ’06, who is being inducted into the Boone County History & Culture Center Hall of…

Alumni|Alumni Success|Community|News

Stephens College’s Elizabeth Herrera Receives National Recognition as 2025 Woman Veteran TrailblazerStephens College’s Elizabeth Herrera Receives National Recognition as 2025 Woman Veteran Trailblazer

September 26, 2025October 13, 2025

Stephens College’s Elizabeth Herrera Receives National Recognition as 2025 Woman Veteran Trailblazer

Elizabeth Herrera, a United States Air Force Veteran and Executive Director of Mission Promise Kept at Stephens College, was honored in Washington, D.C., Thursday, Sept.…

College & Campus|News|Veterans

Stephens College Welcomes Dr. Craig McCoy as Medical Director of Physician Assistant ProgramStephens College Welcomes Dr. Craig McCoy as Medical Director of Physician Assistant Program

September 18, 2025September 25, 2025

Stephens College Welcomes Dr. Craig McCoy as Medical Director of Physician Assistant Program

Stephens College is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Craig McCoy, an esteemed Osteopathic Physician at Moberly Regional Medical Center, as the new Medical…

News|School of Health Sciences

Stephens College’s Workforce Development Initiative Builds Pathway to High-Demand JobsStephens College’s Workforce Development Initiative Builds Pathway to High-Demand Jobs

September 10, 2025September 25, 2025

Stephens College’s Workforce Development Initiative Builds Pathway to High-Demand Jobs

At Stephens College, workforce development isn’t just a priority—it’s a mission tied to nearly two centuries of supporting trailblazing women. Since 1833, Stephens has empowered…

College & Campus|Community|News|Workforce Development

Stephens Starts Academic Year with Inspiration from Katie Dillman ’09Stephens Starts Academic Year with Inspiration from Katie Dillman ’09

September 5, 2025September 5, 2025

Stephens Starts Academic Year with Inspiration from Katie Dillman ’09

Stephens College began the new academic year with purpose, energy, and inspiration at our annual Opening Convocation. Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Leslie Willey,…

Alumni|Alumni Success|College & Campus|News|Student Experience

Stephens College Enters a Bold New Era Stephens College Enters a Bold New Era 

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025

Stephens College Enters a Bold New Era 

The new school year at Stephens College is starting with a spark. With new leadership, rising enrollment, and exciting academic investments, Stephens is entering a…

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Stephens Celebrates the accomplishments of Founding Nursing Director, Dr. Noreen HouckStephens Celebrates the accomplishments of Founding Nursing Director, Dr. Noreen Houck

July 31, 2025

Stephens Celebrates the accomplishments of Founding Nursing Director, Dr. Noreen Houck

After five years of visionary leadership, Dr. Noreen Houck is officially retiring from Stephens College—and leaving behind a strong, thriving Nursing program that she helped…

Faculty Success|News|School of Health Sciences

Hear from President Lundeen in Her First Radio InterviewHear from President Lundeen in Her First Radio Interview

July 28, 2025January 5, 2026

Hear from President Lundeen in Her First Radio Interview

Stephens College’s 25th president, Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen, was featured on “The CEO Roundtable with Fred Parry,” a 45-minute radio interview on 93.9 The Eagle.…

College & Campus|Community|Future Focused|News

Recent Grad Reflects on her summer at Prestigious Paris Fashion AcademyRecent Grad Reflects on her summer at Prestigious Paris Fashion Academy

July 25, 2025July 25, 2025

Recent Grad Reflects on her summer at Prestigious Paris Fashion Academy

Claire Johnson ’25, a standout fashion design student and 2025 graduate from Stephens College, was awarded the prestigious Paris American Academy (PAA) Couture Award, given…

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