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Manchester University awards scholarships to incoming students for academic excellence and leadership
Manchester University has announced the recipients of its most prestigious scholarships for the incoming class, recognizing outstanding academic achievement, leadership, service and commitment to community. Among this year's top honorees are Gabrielle...
Jan 7, 2026, 2:04pm EST
Manchester University hosts annual alumni speaker series
Manchester University's Office of Alumni Relations will host four virtual events during January and February showcasing alumni and student stories. All events will be held at 7 p.m. on Microsoft Teams. Links will be sent via email after registration....
Dec 30, 2025, 9:00am EST
Manchester University celebrates nursing students at pinning ceremony
Manchester University held its annual pinning ceremony for graduating students of the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program on Thursday, Dec. 11. The ceremony-a tradition among nursing students-celebrates those who have completed t...
Dec 23, 2025, 9:08am EST
Gabrielle Vance of Fishers Named Manchester University Honors Scholarship Recipient
Manchester University has announced that Gabrielle Vance of Fishers, Ind., has been selected as a recipient of the University's prestigious Honors Scholarship Award, which covers tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and meal plan expenses for up to four y...
Dec 19, 2025, 10:31am EST
Wabash High School Senior Kalli Davis Commits to Manchester University, Awarded Up to Four Years of Free Tuition and Housing
Manchester University has announced the enrollment of Kalli Davis of Wabash, Ind., a first-generation college student, dedicated community servant, and standout pitcher who will join the Spartan softball team and Honors program this fall. In recognitio...
Dec 16, 2025, 9:35am EST
Manchester University esports team partners with Prefire
Manchester University's esports team is partnering with Prefire - a company specializing in instant heat pouches to improve gaming performance. Professional gamers often use generic, disposable hand warmers to improve blood flow and reaction time. Pre...
Dec 10, 2025, 1:34pm EST
Manchester University invites community to pop-up food pantry
Manchester University will host a Community Food Pantry on Friday, Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Activities Center, located on the first floor of the Chinworth Center. During the annual U Can Crush Hunger food drive event-a friendly c...
Nov 18, 2025, 11:55am EST
Manchester University celebrates 136-year legacy
Manchester University celebrated 136 years as an institution with Founder's Day on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Originally Roanoke Classical Seminary, the school was founded in 1889 when the seminary moved to North Manchester and became Manchester College. ...
Nov 11, 2025, 8:57am EST
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 eve...
Nov 6, 2025, 9:12am EST
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 unexp...
Oct 29, 2025, 9:01am EDT