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Preparation and Transformation: MNU Made a Difference

Apa Visinia just graduated after preparing for a career helping others. Apa actually never thought he would complete college. After attempts at two public universities he took a break and honestly thought he’d never go back.

MNU Professor Helps Pass Kansas Counseling Bill

Dr. Andrew Secor, associate professor of counselor education, was interviewed by Great Day KC on Fox 4-WDAF TV in Kansas City to discuss counselor education and interstate practice privileges for professional counselors. Watch the interview here.

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.

Professor Emeritus Establishes Scholarship for Mental Health Professionals

Dr. Mary Fry, professor of counseling emeritus

Professor Emeritus Establishes Scholarship for Mental Health Professionals

Devoted University Friend and Benefactor Goes Home

Longtime supporter Donald H. Bell, Sr. passed away December 8, 2022. Read about his generosity to MNU.

17th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration

The public is invited to the 17th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration on Jan. 17, 2023.

MNU Giving Tuesday Surpasses $200K Goal

Generous donors propelled giving to $201,475 supporting the Copeland Athletic Complex for the annual Giving Tuesday campaign. This surpasses the $200,000 goal!

Alumni Spotlight: Denzel Mena ’21

Denzel Mena at his 2021 graduation from MNU

Denzel Mena prepared at MNU with a degree in Kinesiology. Now he is in the physical therapy doctoral program at KU Med.

Alumni Spotlight: Tanya Mathieu ’15

Tanya Mathieu, class of 2015, has just been nominated for the 2024 Kansas Teacher of the Year award by the Olathe School District. The first-grade teacher at Westview Elementary is one of two nominees from the district.