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Faith, Life, Fun And Friendship

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Joseph Kim

MNU is a faith community committed to learning. But we definitely have fun.

Whether athletics, music, theatre, clubs, service opportunities or student activities are your jam, you’ll find a  place to get involved. Spiritual Life Retreats, Thrift Store Prom, Student Government, Rootbeer Fest, Late-night Snack Runs…it’s all here for you.

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Apr
9
Early College Open House
MNU Campus
8:30 am

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12:00 pm
Apr
10
Presidents Honors 2026
Cook Center
6:30 pm

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9:30 pm
Apr
11
MNU Percussion Ensemble | Percussion Show 2026
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
7:30 pm

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9:00 pm
Apr
16
MAX Improv 4/16
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
9:00 pm

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10:30 pm

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Dr. Abby Hodges

Vice President for Academic Affairs

PhD; Organic Chemistry, Yale University 
MS; Organic Chemistry, Yale University 
BS; Chemistry, Denison University

Dr. Hodges began her career in higher education at Azusa Pacific University as a chemistry professor from 2008 to 2014. She then moved to MNU where she taught and in 2018 was appointed Chair of the Department of Natural, Health, and Mathematical Sciences. From 2022-2023, before accepting the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Hodges was the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Dr. Hodges’ career research has focused on protein folding and protein engineering, and she has mentored over twenty students in these research projects. She has also furthered the MNU first-year experience program and chaired the General Education committee for five years. Dr. Hodges was recognized as the MNU Faculty of the Year in 2021.

Dr. Hodges lives in Olathe with her husband Ryan and two boys.

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