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100

Who is Lincoln University's current President?

Dr. John B. Moseley

100

How many students did Lincoln's first class consist of?

2

100

In what LU building can you find the Office of Human Resources?

Young Hall

100

What is LU's Mascot?

The Blue Tigers
100

Each, year, LU students contribute thousands of volunteer hours to support agencies & nonprofits in what city?

Jefferson city

200

In what year was LU founded?

1866

200

Which two regiments contributed funds to establish Lincoln Institute after the Civil War?

The 62nd & 65th United Stated Colored Infantries

200

Which LU building, now home to the School of Business, was originally built as the Page Library in 1948?

Stamper Hall

200

Which LU tradition involves students and alumni gathering in Jefferson City each fall for a parade and celebration?

Homecoming

200

LU Cooperative Extension offers workforce development, nutrition, and 4-H youth programs in what two major Missouri cities?

St. Louis and Kansas City

300

In 1921 LU formally transformed from an institute to what type of institution?

A University

300

What was the fundamental motto of Lincoln Institute’s founders, combining academics with practical work?

“Combine study and labor”

300

What degree levels does Lincoln University offer?

Associates, Bachelor's, Master's

300

What is the name of Lincoln University's Marching Band?

The Marching Musical Storm

300

Which LU center partners with Missouri’s Department of Health and Senior Services to provide health education for underserved groups?

The Paula J. Carter Center on Health and Aging

400

In what year did LU open its doors to all qualified students regardless of race (following Brown v Board of Education)?

1954

400

Who was the first principal of Lincoln Institute?

Richard Baxter Foster

400

What change in 1921 gave Lincoln University a Board of Curators for governance?

The conversion from an Institute to a University

400

Which LU women’s athletic team made NCAA history with five consecutive Division II outdoor track and field championships?

The women’s track & field team

400

Which hospital in St. Louis partners with LU Cooperative extension to build community gardens & career exploration programs?

Christian Hospital

500

The charter of Lincoln Institute listed three specific requirements. Name one.

It must benefit emancipated African Americans, be located in Missouri, and combine study and labor.

500

Who became Lincoln University’s first president in 1880?

Inman E. Page

500

Which LU building houses the agriculture and cooperative extension programs?

Allen Hall

500

What is the name of the historic house that has served as the LU President’s residence since 1965?

The Hugh and Bessie Stephens House

500

What is the name of LU’s outreach center in St. Louis that focuses on social justice, mentoring, and entrepreneurship?

The St. Louis Urban Impact Center

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