After a carbon monoxide leak paused competitions, Milligan athletes gradually returned using a monitored three-stage protocol, though some still experienced lingering symptoms. While most athletes resumed play, others like Emma Cutshall continue to struggle with serious health effects and have not yet been able to return.
Milligan’s swim teams had a strong showing at the NAIA Championships, finishing fourth for men and eighth for women while setting multiple school records. Riley Renaud led the way with a national title in the 1,650 freestyle, and several teammates earned runner-up finishes and All-American honors.
Milligan athletes competed in several national championships, highlighted by Ellen-Mary Kearney winning the 3000m title and strong finishes in track and cycling. The women’s basketball team also made the NAIA Tournament but lost a close game, while cycling placed third overall.
Milligan students looking to live off campus during the Webb Hall renovation should budget for extra costs like utilities, internet and groceries, not just rent. Sharing an apartment, preparing documents and carefully checking the unit can help make renting more affordable and avoid problems.
The Milligan women’s basketball team won the AAC tournament championship 64–62 over Reinhardt to secure back-to-back titles, led by Callie Reeder’s 16 points and MVP Semaj Clark.
Senior Elijah Bredwood scored a school-record 54 points to lead Milligan to a 101–92 win over Tennessee Wesleyan on Feb. 22. He broke the previous 52-point record and plans to pursue professional basketball opportunities overseas after graduation.
The Johnson City Symphony Orchestra and Milligan University Orchestra performed challenging pieces together at Mary B. Martin Auditorium in a concert titled “Youthful Inspirations.” Musicians and audience members celebrated the collaboration, with more music events planned later this spring.
Rising home prices in Tennessee are making off-campus housing more expensive and harder to find for Milligan students. With upcoming dorm renovations pushing more upperclassmen off campus, many students are worried about affording rent.
Milligan’s men’s and women’s indoor track and field teams both won the AAC Championships, with the men earning their fifth straight title and the women winning their second in three years. Several athletes set meet records and won major awards, and the season will finish at the NAIA Indoor Championships in March.
Milligan’s new donor-funded pavilion near the SUB, honoring former President Bill Greer and Edwina Greer, is expected to be completed by March 20 and open for student use later this semester.