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Eureka College was founded by abolitionists from Kentucky who were members of a religious movement known as the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and were committed to providing young people a broad, liberal education. These pioneers believed in an education infused with values as a basis for leadership. Chartered by the Illinois Legislature in 1855, Eureka was the first college in the state and third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. Eureka College was designated by the National Park Service as a Campus Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places in June 2010.

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We're recognized as a top college in Illinois for vocations like teacher education, nursing, communications, and criminal justice, and we're adding new courses for emerging careers like early childhood and sports management. A Eureka College education prepares you for more than just your first job: it equips you to become a leader in your field and community.

Eureka College’s 2024 Lincoln Laureate

November 07, 2024

Eureka College’s 2024 Student Lincoln Laureate

Each fall, an outstanding student is selected by Eureka College to receive the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award. The student is then recognized as a Lincoln Laureate. Eureka College’s 2024 Student Lincoln Laureate is Hayden Skaggs.

The Lincoln Laureate award celebrates outstanding students for their leadership and service in the pursuit of the betterment of humanity and for overall excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities.

Hayden is a senior at Eureka College, double majoring in sociology/psychology and philosophy/religion, with a minor in political science.

“It was not something I was thinking about since I was focused on my remarks for convocation,” stated Hayden. “So, it was a shock but definitely a nice surprise”.

Hayden is active in student senate, president of the Disciples of Christ student group, and works for the Eureka Christian Church.

After Hayden graduates, he plans to go to divinity school, majoring in divinity and social work. He hopes to attend the University of Chicago.

Hayden credits his parents for part of his inspiration. “Both my parents have been leading parts in my life when focusing on leadership and justice,” Hayden said. “On the religion side my dad is a minister and has been the minister at my church my entire life which has been a big influence on me.”

About Eureka College

Located on nearly 70 wooded acres in Eureka, Illinois, and chartered in 1855, Eureka College cultivates excellence in learning, service and leadership while providing students uniquely personalized educational opportunities. Eureka College holds the unique distinction of being the first college in Illinois and among the first in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. The College, originally founded by abolitionist members of Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), is the smallest of only 24 colleges and universities to ever award a bachelor’s degree to a future President of the United States.

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