Milligan students earned second place in the Appellate Moot Court Collegiate Challenge and received multiple individual awards at Tennessee’s Intercollegiate State Legislature. They successfully argued cases, passed several bills, and gained valuable experience in law, government, and media.
Milligan University’s fall sports teams saw strong postseason performances, including women’s cross-country placing second nationally and men’s cycling earning three national titles. Soccer, volleyball, and other teams also made tournament appearances, highlighting a successful semester across multiple sports.
At a student-led town hall, President Stephen Waers answered questions about campus issues and shared his vision for a “thriving” Milligan. He also announced plans to fully renovate Webb Hall, supported by a $1 million donation.
Milligan’s “Deeper Connections” panel explored how U.S. immigration policy affects students’ real experiences, the economy and Christian perspectives. Speakers highlighted long, complicated legal processes, labor needs that immigration helps meet, and a faith-based call to treat immigrants with compassion.
Around 40 students attended CABs-giving, enjoying s’mores, games and a hayride despite light rain. The cozy event brought students together for a relaxed Thanksgiving celebration, with CAB’s next event—the Advent Market—coming after break.
Milligan University will no longer allow future student-athletes to combine academic and athletic scholarships starting in fall 2026, raising concerns about affordability and recruitment. While the administration says the change supports long-term excellence, many athletes worry it may impact future students and the strength of Milligan’s athletic programs.
Milligan’s women placed second and the men finished eighth at the NAIA Cross-Country National Championships, earning a combined third-place finish. Ellen-Mary Kearney led the women with a runner-up finish, while Bryson Lewis was the top men’s finisher.
Milligan’s JV women’s basketball team beat Southwest Virginia Community College 59–48 with a stronger second half and tough interior defense. Player Emma Cutshall credited improved shooting and energetic fan support for the win.
Credit hours determine full-time status, costs, and academic progress, and they can benefit students after graduation by signaling rigorous accredited coursework. Milligan sophomore Katelyn Williams is graduating early due to FAFSA changes and prior credits, but she feels pressured by the heavy course load and disappointed to lose part of her college swimming experience.
Milligan University announced that Athletics Director Christian Pope has left his position, though Pope told the swim team the decision was not mutual. President Waers named Jeff Bourn as interim director and said the university would not comment further on the personnel matter.