Buff Concert Festival Returns for Second Time
Milligan’s second Buff Concert Festival on April 23 featured four bands—including student groups and visiting artists—along with an SGA swearing-in ceremony between performances.
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Ending on a High Note: The Final Open Mic of the Semester
Campus Activities Board hosted an Open Mic night at Milligan University with 12 performances and about 200 students attending. The event featured music, crowd participation, and an intermission, and CAB announced their next event, Breakfast with Brutus.
Canvas, Cabaret and Concerts: Milligan Recent Art Events
Milligan hosted several arts events in March and April, including student showcases, a talent show, a cabaret performance, and a senior graphic design exhibit. Upcoming events include an orchestra concert on April 18 and a combined theater, film, and awards gala on April 24.
It’s Milligan, baby: Wonderful Wednesday 2026
Wonderful Wednesday began early with a themed brunch and a campus-wide faculty hunt, followed by games, inflatables, and a water slide throughout the day. It ended with fun competitions like the milk chug and a short fireworks show at night.
Screen to Stage Cabaret Brings Movie Hits to Life at Milligan
The Screen to Stage Cabaret on March 27 featured 23 performances from films, with mostly solo acts and a lively audience despite minor technical issues. Seniors Ariana Floyd and Abby Tramel gave a meaningful final performance together, highlighting the show’s personal and fun atmosphere.
Milligan Seniors Showcase Design Work in “Liminal” Exhibit
Milligan senior graphic design students showcased their capstone projects in the “Liminal” exhibit, highlighting themes of transition, identity, and growth as they prepare to graduate. The exhibit featured diverse work in branding and design, reflecting each student’s unique experiences and creative development.
Milligan Staff Member offers Free Ballroom Dance Lessons at the SUB
Free beginner ballroom dance classes are held Monday evenings at Milligan, taught by Keith Edwards with help from Mia Matthews, covering styles like waltz, swing, and foxtrot. The program builds confidence and community, and ends with a dance social on April 17 at Mountain Home Ballroom.
Gourmet Burger and Chicken Bar Debuts at Habaneros
Habaneros is now serving new food throughout the week. Every Friday for the rest of the year they will have these new options.
Carbon Monoxide Leak at Steve Lacy Fieldhouse Sends Hundreds for Evaluation
Milligan University evacuated Steve Lacy Fieldhouse after a carbon monoxide leak exposed about 300 students and staff, with fewer than 20 still under medical care. The leak was caused by two heating units, the building has been cleared for occupancy, and the university is reviewing safety systems after detectors failed to alarm.
Snowed In: Milligan Students Host Sunday Worship After Weather Cancellations
After a winter storm canceled local church services, Milligan students organized and held a one-hour worship service in Lower Seeger with about 75 students attending. The service featured student-led music, a sermon on Matthew 5 by senior Bryant Magness, and communion shared together.