Success is a noun that notes the achieving of the results wanted or hoped for: something that achieves positive results – according to the Merriam Webster Dictionary. At Eureka College when the words student success are used what does that mean tangibly?
First, student success is reflected in the lives of our alumni. Consider, Russell Page ’09, CIO Hagerty Insurance, Dr. Christina Nixon ’02 V.P., Medical Director of IMsci, Jordan Morris ’18, Regional Manager of Stations Operations Allegiant Air, and Mike Sain, II ’16, Assistant General Manager Osceola Magic NBA G League team. All of these graduates, who graduated in the past two decades, have risen to become significant leaders in their organizations through determination and hard work. They all started here at Eureka College.
Second, student success is evidenced in the lives of our students such as Kyley-Ann Bair, Class of 2028, Elementary and Special Education Major, Barbara Ann (Folkers) Potter Special Education Scholarship recipient, who said,
“I am Eureka Proud because of the strong community and support that Eureka College provides. The faculty and staff genuinely care about student success. While preparing for a career in special education, I have grown both personally and professionally.”
Also, by Santino Ruma, Class of 2029, Business Major, Henry Klaus Memorial Scholarship Fund recipient, who noted that,
“I am incredibly grateful for this award and for the kindness and generosity behind it. I truly would not be where I am today without the encouragement from family, friends, and donors like you. Your generosity has made a real difference in my life and in the person I am becoming.”
Finally, it will be evident that Eureka College has completed its goal of student success when students become alumni who are on their path to success, emerging leaders in their areas of expertise, engaged with their alma mater, and valuable members of their local communities. The key is to help students become valuable members of their families, society and the economy.
When you are asked what is student success at Eureka College remember Russell, Christina, Jordan and Mike along with Kyley-Ann and Santino. Since 1855 success has been in the College’s DNA.
During the next two years your support of finishing Phase 2 and 3 of the Student Success Center, student scholarships and student success programs will transfer the student success trait to the next generation of alumni who are current students. Please graciously make an annual commitment orplanned gift and engage with the process. There will be more updates in the future. Thank you in advance for caring for students and sharing your treasure and time.
Eureka College Red Devils football team face off against Knox College in the annual Lincoln Bowl game.
Berlin Wall Bowl
September 12, 2026 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Eureka College and Westminster College will face off in the Berlin Wall Bowl, a new non-conference football rivalry believed to be the only collegiate game inspired by the history of the Cold War and fall of the Berlin Wall.
News from 'neath the Elms
The Eureka College Women's Board Sponsor the Gammon Room at the Student Success Center
Left: Jane Cahill, Amy Dewald - Vice President, Lila Gammon,
Barbara Wickness, Cassandra Chapman - Treasurer, Kelly Fisher
The Eureka College Women and Friends met recently at the Student Success Center for a meeting and to tour the new facility. The women contributed $40,000 towards the design of the Gammon Room in that center. Our mission is to enrich and enhance the life of the College by providing supplemental funds. We are excited to support this important initiative for the College.
Our current and future fundraisers include:
Mums & More Sale Fall selection: Mums, pansies, and ornamental kale Order by: September 1 Contact: Teresa Kennell at (309) 360-3570 or kennellteresam@gmail.com
Autumn Bread Baking Demonstration Featuring: Father Dom Date: October 10 Location: TBD
Quarter Auction Date: November 17 Time: Doors Open at 5pm Location: The Barn III
Ernest "Ernie" Potter '65 recently received the Order of Merit from Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. The award recognizes extraordinary service, leadership, and commitment to the Fraternity, especially at the local chapter level. It is the highest recognition for volunteer service and has been awarded to fewer than 400 individuals out of more than 300,000 initiated members in the Fraternity's history.
Ernie has served as Treasurer of the Theta-Chi Zeta Housing Corporation for more than 30 years, providing critical leadership and long-term vision helping to maintain the chapter's facilities for future generations. He has been a trusted mentor and advocate for the fraternity. In addition, Ernie currently serves on Eureka College Board of Trustees.
Congratulations to Ernie on this deserving award and recognition of his lifelong service to his Fraternity and to Eureka College.
Anne Shaw Heinrich '90 Releases New Book in Series
Anne Shaw Heinrich '90, Reagan Fellow has recently released, "House of Teeth," her third book in The Women of Paradise Countyseries.
Anne is an accomplished writer with over 35 years as a journalist, columnist and nonprofit communications professional. She has created a compelling narrative for her newest novel, drawing on experiences growing up and living in Midwestern small towns. As the publisher explains, the novel "explores the pitfalls of small-town living, the continuous echo of the impacts of poverty and the dualities of life."
Anne and her husband, Bret Heinrich '89, both attended Eureka College. They are parents to three adult children and a new grandchild.
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