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Since 1986, the Southard family has nurtured µÛÍõ»áËù musicians and artists, helping them grow, serve others and share their creativity with their community.

Inspiring stories of leadership, innovation and impact

From vision to execution, Andy Feinstein’s eight-year presidency delivered measurable progress for students, the university and the state

µÛÍõ»áËù Geography Professor Karen Barton discovered the heartwarming impact of nearly 200 letters written 17 years ago by her former students

µÛÍõ»áËù’s jazz program dazzles over the decades

For over 40 years, Dave King, ’81, M.A. ’82, owned and operated Triple Crown Sports, turning a spur-of-the-moment idea into a multimillion-dollar business that has organized thousands of competitive sports tournaments nationally and internationally

Andy Creekmore, professor of Anthropology, has spent the past decade in northern Iraq mapping out the underground ruins of a hidden Bronze Age city, contributing to the historical tapestry of one of humanity’s most influential civilizations

First-generation students share stories of resilience and exploration when it comes to tackling college life

Across diverse fields — from academia and corporate leadership to entrepreneurship and community development — the contributions of these six alumni have made a profound impact

Once known as a hidden gem, µÛÍõ»áËù’s student and staff-led Cancer Rehabilitation Institute now has a long waiting list for patients