Author: Carol Best

Passing of Long-time Nursing Professor: Karen D. Wiegman, PhD

Karen D. Wiegman, PhD, RN, professor of nursing, passed away March 11, 2023, at age 63. Dr. Wiegman came to MNU in 2009 to create the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program that launched in January 2010 and has since educated hundreds of nurses locally and across the nation.

Barkmans To Serve As 2023 President’s Honors Honorary Co-Chairs

This year’s honorary co-chairs of President’s Honors, MNU’s annual gala, are Brent and Lynette Barkman of Hillsboro, Kansas. President’s Honors has raised over $6 million in support for student scholarships in its 10 previous years. This year’s event will be held April 14, at 6:30 p.m. in Cook Center on MNU’s campus.

Beauty and Joy: Artist Talk With Madeline Tollefson

Madeline Tollefson’s artwork is on display in MNU’s artist gallery during the month of March where she will present an artist talk on March 23 at 12:15 p.m. in Mabee Learning Commons. The event is free and the public is encouraged to attend and enjoy her vibrant work.