Eureka College was a life changing experience for me. Eureka helped me find my path in life and set me on a journey of personal growth and discovery.

I had amazing professors and advisors, like Dr. Loren Logsdon, who not only taught me valuable lessons but also showed me the love and uniqueness of the college. I was also involved in various clubs and organizations, such as the Campus Activities Board, Prism yearbook, and Delta Zeta Sorority, which allowed me to make lasting friendships that I still cherish today.

Even beyond these organizations, my dorm experience connected me with the ladies of 'lower D' who became my family away from home, and I am still in contact with many of these ladies 27 years later. I met my husband at Eureka College, and he is the greatest gift from my time at Eureka!

Misty Ann (Chaney) Painter

Class of 1997

One of the most significant things that happened during my time at Eureka was when we created the Black Cultural House.

It was a long process, but after lobbying for a Black professor for a year or two, we finally got one. It was a huge accomplishment, and I'm proud to have been a part of it.

I also really enjoyed my horseback riding classes, philosophy, religion, and my majors in theater and French. While I didn't get much out of theater degree in my current career, but French I have used extensively in my travels around the world.

The most valuable thing I took away from Eureka was learning how to think outside the box. I can't quite remember the exact phrase we used back then, I believe it was 'Integration of Knowledge,' but it was something we learned in our philosophy and religion classes. It has had a lasting impact on my thinking and has been a valuable skill throughout my life.

Sheryl L. "Summer" (Uzzell) Drew

Class of 1971

One of my highlights at Eureka College was having Ronald Reagan as the keynote speaker at our 1958 graduation.

He was a beloved alumnus, and it was a privilege to be a part of the student welcoming team showing Ronald and his wife Nancy around campus and hearing his stories.

I lived near campus in a residence home owned by a community activist named Charlie 'Pappy' Leeds, who became like a father to me. He was an organizer of the annual Eureka Pumpkin Festival parade. In my senior year I represented Eureka College on our pumpkin float dressed in college president Ira Langston's doctorate robe. It was a memorable event waving at the enthusiastic crowd of onlookers.

Eureka College was a wonderful place to live and learn, and I am grateful for the relationships and experiences I had there.

Rev. Rod Carlton Rule

Class of 1958