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Midway University is a private, co-educational institution located in Woodford County and is part of the greater Lexington, Kentucky area. Our student body consists of traditional undergraduate students attending classes on our residential campus in Midway, Kentucky, as well as online undergraduate, graduate, and dual credit students. Total enrollment is more than 1,900 students from across Kentucky, the United States, and several foreign countries.

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Midway University is a private, co-educational institution located in Woodford County and is part of the greater Lexington, Kentucky area. Our student body consists of traditional undergraduate students attending classes on our residential campus in Midway, Kentucky, as well as online undergraduate, graduate, and dual credit students. Total enrollment is more than 1,900 students from across Kentucky, the United States, and several foreign countries.

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Fall 2024 Dean's List

Midway University is pleased to announce the students who have been named to its Dean's List for the 2024 Fall Semester. To be named to the list, a student must be classified full-time and obtain a 3.60 grade point average for the semester. There were 424 students who made the Dean's List this fall.
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Dean's List - Jan 14

Midway University Announces Spring 2024 Dean's List

Midway University is pleased to announce the students who have been named to its Dean's List for the 2024 Spring Semester. To be named to the list, a student must be classified as full-time and obtain a 3.60 grade point average for the semester. There were 388 students who made the Dean's List.
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Dean's List - 2024 Jun 5

Midway University Announces Fall 2023 Dean's List

Midway University is excited to reveal the individuals recognized on its Dean's List for the Fall Semester of 2023. To earn a spot on the list, students must be enrolled full-time and achieve a semester grade point average of 3.60 or higher. A total of 419 students have earned this distinction, and among them are:
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Dean's List - 2024 Jan 3

Mason wins third RSC Golfer of the Week award this season

MIDWAY, Ky. - Another week, another River States Conference Men's Golfer of the Week award for Midway's Hayes Mason.
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Sports - 2024 Nov 5

Phillips named RSC Women's Golfer of the Week

MIDWAY, Ky. - Maryssa Phillips closed a great fall of play with a River States Conference Women's Golfer of the Week award, the league announced Monday.
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Sports - 2024 Nov 5

Wales wins first River States POTW award of men's basketball season

MIDWAY, Ky. - Amari Wales' record-setting debut earned him River States Conference Men's Basketball Offensive Player of the Week honors, the league announced Monday.
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Sports - 2024 Nov 5

Midway University Celebrates Nursing Graduates with Traditional Pinning Ceremony

Midway University held its Nursing Pinning Ceremony on May 10, 2024, in Duthie Auditorium, celebrating the dedication and achievements of its latest nursing graduates. The ceremony, a time-honored tradition in the nursing community, saw 30 candidates receive their official Midway University Nursing Pins, symbolizing their transition from students to professional nurses, and for some attaining an advanced degree. The evening began with a warm welcome and an opening prayer led by Auburnleigh Debruler, the class representative, who set the tone for the ceremony with a heartfelt invocation highlighting the noble calling of the nursing profession. The prayer emphasized the importance of compassion, service, and continual learning in nursing. Dr. Diane Chlebowy, Dean of the School of Health Sciences, introduced the keynote speaker, Ms. Katherine L. Leigh, a distinguished alumna of the nursing program and the Senior Director of Quality and Patient Experience at Georgetown Community Hospital. Ms. Leigh shared her inspiring journey and the vital role nurses play in healthcare. Dr. Chlebowy also extended congratulations to the graduates, underscoring the significance of the nursing pin. She explained its historical roots, tracing back to the Maltese Cross and its evolution as a symbol of service and commitment in nursing. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Midway University Nursing Pins and apricot roses, symbolizing the academic discipline of Nursing. Graduates were pinned by family members and mentors, each moment signifying personal triumph and professional readiness.
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Achievement (Other) - 2024 May 20

Midway University Celebrates 2023 Commencement

Midway Kentucky - Midway University conferred degrees on 356 students who completed their coursework over the last academic year at the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 13, 2023. The ceremony took place in the Graves Amphitheater on the Midway campus, with 223 students participating. The 2023 graduating class included students from 28 states, Puerto Rico, and seven countries.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jul 20

Students Named to Homecoming Royal Court

Midway University is pleased to recognize these students who were selected by the student body as the 2024 Homecoming Royal Court members.
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Achievement (Other) - 2024 Oct 31

460 Midway University student-athletes named to Athletic Director's Honor Roll

MIDWAY, Ky. - It was another highly successful spring semester in the classroom for Midway University student-athletes, with 460 earning a spot on the Athletic Director's Honor Roll.
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Academic Excellence - 2024 Jul 11

Midway University Celebrates the Class of 2024 at Commencement Ceremony

Midway University celebrated the achievements of its graduating class of 2024 at a Commencement Ceremony held on Saturday, May 11 at the Graves Amphitheater. The event, which took place outdoors, was a joyous occasion filled with pride, reflection, and hope for the future.
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Graduation - 2024 May 20

Midway University Hosts Pinning Ceremony for Fall 2022 Nursing Graduates & Presents Awards

Midway University nursing faculty gathered at the Duthie Auditorium Friday, December 16 to present official Midway University Nursing Pins to 29 candidates who successfully completed their coursework and earned either their Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree.
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Graduation - 2023 Jan 9

Midway University Hosts Pinning Ceremony for Nursing Graduates & Presents Awards

Midway University nursing faculty gathered at the Duthie Auditorium Friday, May 13 to present official Midway University Nursing Pins to 21 candidates who successfully completed their coursework and earned their Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Seven students completed their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and three students earned their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree.
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Graduation - 2022 May 20

Midway University Celebrates Nurses Pinning

Midway University nursing faculty gathered at the Duthie Auditorium on December 15, 2023, to present official Midway University Nursing Pins to 36 candidates who successfully completed their coursework and earned either their Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Graduates included:
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Academic Award - 2024 Jan 4

May 2023 Nurses Pinning, Midway University

Midway University nursing faculty gathered at the Duthie Auditorium on May 12, 2023, to present official Midway University Nursing Pins to 29 candidates who successfully completed their coursework and earned either their Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree.
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Academic Award - 2023 Jun 30

Midway University Celebrates Academic Success With Annual Joy Edwards Hembree Honors Program

The annual Joy Edwards Hembree Honors Program at Midway University was held April 13 to recognize students, faculty members, and campus organizations for their achievements in the classroom and extra-curricular activities. "The annual Honors event is an important reminder of our purpose and a celebration of our Midway students' academic and service achievements," said Dr. Carrie Christensen, Vice President, Academic Affairs (Interim), Midway University.
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Academic Award - 2023 Jun 23

Homecoming Royal Court Honorees Announced During Midway University's Homecoming & Family Weekend

It was an action-packed time as Midway University hosted its annual Homecoming and Family Weekend on September 16 and 17. On-campus events included a dance, trivia, bingo, lunch on the lawn with a DJ and games, home soccer games, and the university's inaugural sprint football game. Families also were able to enjoy the Midway Fall Festival in downtown Midway. During the Saturday home soccer games, the Homecoming Court nominees were recognized between games. The Royal Court was then announced, and the honorees were Morgan Harper and Jacob Pollak (sophomores), Dylan Abrams and Jalyn Jackson (juniors), and seniors Abbey Green (Homecoming Queen) and Jacob Kocis (Homecoming King).
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Who's Who - 2022 Sep 20

Midway University Students Present Research at Annual Symposium

Friday, April 29, Midway University students, faculty, and staff gathered to see students present their senior capstone projects.
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Research / Grant - 2022 May 2

Midway University Inducts Outstanding Students to Alpha Lambda Delta

Midway University honored four first-year students for outstanding academic achievement during its annual Academic Honors ceremony.
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Honors Program - 2022 Apr 27

Midway University Students Inducted into Gamma Beta Phi

Midway University inducted ten students into the Gamma Beta Phi honor and service society.
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Community Service - 2022 Apr 29
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