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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 2025 Lincoln Laureate Kateland Diana Dearing Williams

November 03, 2025

EUREKA, IL. – Each fall, an outstanding student is selected by Eureka College to receive the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award, honoring excellence in leadership, service, and academic achievement. Eureka College proudly recognized Kateland Diana Dearing Williams of Queen Creek, Arizona, as the 2025 Lincoln Laureate.

Kateland was honored along with other top students representing Illinois’ colleges and universities during a special ceremony hosted by The Lincoln Academy of Illinois on Saturday, October 18, at the David Rubenstein Forum on the campus of the University of Chicago.

The 51st annual Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Ceremony recognized excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities by seniors from each of the state’s four-year, degree-granting colleges and universities. Each Student Laureate received the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award, a Lincoln medallion, a challenge coin, and a $1,000 check from The Lincoln Academy.

Kateland is a senior at Eureka College, majoring in Marketing Analytics. She has been actively involved in the Women’s Soccer Team.

“It is an honor to be chosen as the Lincoln Laureate to represent Eureka College,” says Williams. “Knowing the legacy of Abraham Lincoln of leadership, justice, and fighting for the greater good, I strive to uphold those same values in my everyday life and receiving this award means a lot to me. I'm very grateful to be chosen as the recipient for this prestigious award and I take great pride in it.”

“Kateland exemplifies the spirit of the Lincoln Laureate—demonstrating leadership, service, and a commitment to community,” said Dr. Jamel Wright, Eureka College President. “We are proud of her achievements and how she represents Eureka College.”

After graduation, Kateland plans to pursue a career as a Sports Statistician.

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 the 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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