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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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Eureka College announces Maleah Hill as 2026 Lincoln Laureate

October 30, 2026

EUREKA, Ill. (Oct. 30, 2026) – Eureka College has named Maleah Hill of Peoria, Illinois, its 2026 Lincoln Laureate, recognizing her leadership, service and academic achievement. Hill received the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award, presented annually to outstanding seniors who demonstrate excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities.

Maleah was honored along with other top students representing each of the state’s four-year, degree granting colleges and universities during the 52nd annual Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 24. 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.

“I am so thankful to be chosen as the Lincoln Laureate to represent Eureka College,” said Maleah Hill, senior at Eureka College.  “Eureka College has helped me to understand diligence, perseverance, and imagination. Eureka especially helped me transform my ideas into reality through class, extracurriculars, and international learning opportunities.

Hill is double majoring in art and business administration. She is an active member of the college's community as a senior residential adviser, Reagan Leadership Fellow, president of the Black Student Union, founder of Women of Distinction and student worker in the college’s bookstore and advancement office.

“As a student leader, Maleah has demonstrated her ability to lead, create, and engage in multiple constituencies. Her work as a scholar and student leader distinguished Maleah from her peers,” said Dr. Arto Woodley, vice president of advancement. “Throughout the time we have known one another, I am highly impressed with the dedication, honesty, creativity and integrity she brings to every project.”

After graduation, Hill plans to pursue a creative position within the arts industry.

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 with 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 colleges and universities to ever award a bachelor’s degree to a future President of the United States.

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