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Kline Appointed VP of Lewis University Advancement
On June 10, Dr. David Livingston, president of Lewis University announced the appointment of Dr. Christopher (Kip) Kline as vice president of University Advancement. Kline, who currently serves as dean of the College of Education and Social Sciences, will assume the responsibilities of the position on  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

Chemistry Student Wins 3rd Place at ECS Meeting
Lewis University and Araca  Inc.'s research team’s new method for improving the reliability of computer chips won third place at the  247th Electrochemical Society Meeting,  held May 18-22 at the Palais de Congrès de Montréal in Canada. Lewis University student Elizabeth McDonnel presented the poster  [MORE] 

2024-25 Season with 11th-Place in Learfield Directors, Lewis
The Lewis University Athletic Department finished in 11th place for the 2024-25 Learfield Directors' Cup, The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) announced Tuesday (June 10). Points for the Learfield Directors' Cup are awarded based on each institution's finish  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

Public Musical Instrument Sale Proceeds to Benefit Music Ed
Lewis University’s Department of Music continues its partnership with the Rockley Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports music education by donating and selling high-quality musical instruments. This unique collaboration allows the University to enhance its music programming and resources  [MORE] 

Lewis Raises Over $18,000 for Suicide Prevention Efforts
Suicide prevention and mental health efforts received a financial boost of more than $18,000 from Lewis University ’s 5th annu al Out of the Darkness Hope Walk , sponsored b y the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention , during the Spring semester.   The event raises awareness surrounding metal health  [MORE] 

Lewis University Faculty Accomplishments Abound
Several Lewis University faculty members were honored for their contributions to research and innovation , highlighting their dedication to academic excellence and the advancement of knowledge .    Co-chair and professor of the Education Department , Dr. Jung Kim, was selected by the National  [MORE] 

Pruitt Participates in NetVUE Leading Vocational Exploration
Dr. Rebecca Pruitt, associate professor and program director of Early Childhood Special Education, recently participated in the 2025 Leading Vocational Exploration on Campus Seminar offered by Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE). Pruitt was among 12 others chosen during a competitive  [MORE] 

Friend Leading 2025 Beach Collegiate/U26 National Team
Lewis University men's volleyball coach  Dan Friend  is the head coach of the 2025 Collegiate Beach/U26 Men's Team USA National Team, USA Volleyball announced June 9. The National Team comprises of 14 men and 17 women who are currently participating in a 10-day training block in Hermosa Beach, California.  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

Lewis History Graduate Joins Staff at Gaylord Building
The Lewis University History Department is pleased to announce that Lindsey Minas, a Spring 2025 graduate with a bachelor’s degree in History, has accepted a position as Visitor Services Associate at the Gaylord Building Historic Site in Lockport, Illinois. Lindsey’s academic background and passion for  [MORE] 

COESS Faculty Achievements in May
Lewis University’s College of Education and Social Sciences faculty members celebrated several noteworthy accomplishments in May.   Dr. Stephen Sherwin, assistant professor in th e Justice, Law and Public Safety Department , published a book entitled “AI and the Future of Law Enforcement: Redefining  [MORE] 

Submit Your Work to the Lewis University Digital Commons
The Lewis University Digital Commons platform, an institutional repository, encourages the university’s community to submit their completed original, creative scholarship within their field of study.     Submission guidelines are available on the Digital Commons at L ewis University ’s webpage. Those  [MORE] 

The 45th Annual Lewis Athletics Golf Outing a Success
The 45th annual Lewis Athletics Golf Outing was a sold-out success on Friday at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club, bringing together alumni, sponsors, and supporters for a memorable day of golf — and a big win for Flyer Athletics. Despite rain clouds looming for most of the day, the weather held steady  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

Lewis Athletics Accepting Nominations for Academy of Coaches
The Lewis University Athletic Department is accepting nominations for its 2026 Academy of Coaches class. Created in 2018, the Academy of Coaches honors Individuals who are graduates of Lewis University or have coached at Lewis University for a period of time that made an impact on the program. These  [MORE]  [PHOTO]