Eureka College

05/30/2026

We are looking forward to seeing you at the upcoming Reagan Memorial event on Friday, June 5 at 10 am. This is a friendly reminder to save the date and join us.

Register here: https://www.eureka.edu/alumni/events/reagan-memorial

Celebrate the life and legacy of Ronald Reagan at Eureka College with a day of special activities honoring his leadership, service, and connection to Eureka.

• Explore the Ronald Reagan Museum and view the largest collection of Reagan movie memorabilia.
• Lay a flower at the Peace Garden beside a section of the Berlin Wall.
• Take a guided tour of Ronald Reagan’s Eureka College — 20-minute tours begin at 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
• Attend the 10:30 a.m. reception featuring remarks from Ambassador J. Steven Rhodes on Reagan’s legacy of leadership and Eureka’s influence on his life.
• Watch Hellcats of the Navy at 11:00 a.m., starring Ronald Reagan and Nancy Davis.

Register for events here: https://www.eureka.edu/alumni/events/reagan-memorial

05/28/2026

🎉 A transformational new chapter for Eureka College!

Earlier this month, we celebrated the completion of Phase 1 of the new Student Success Center with a ribbon cutting and open house.

This reimagined space brings together academic and student support services into one centralized hub designed to help students thrive academically, professionally, and personally. From library services and career development to success coaching and student life resources, the Student Success Center reflects our continued commitment to student success and a distinctive student experience.

We are grateful to the many supporters and partners helping bring this vision to life. ❤️

05/27/2026

We are proud to recognize the students named to the Dean’s List for their outstanding academic achievement at Eureka College! Congratulations to all students recognized this term!

For full list of names, click here: https://www.eureka.edu/blog/article/2026/05/eureka-college-proudly-announces-the-dean-s-list-honorees-for-the-spring-2026-semester

05/26/2026

We join the family and friends of the late Paul Lister, former Director of the Ronald W. Reagan Leadership Program and Interim President of Eureka College, in honoring his life and service as his funeral is held today in Hawaii.

The service, taking place at 6:00 p.m. CT this evening, will be conducted with full military honors in recognition of his distinguished career and service to the United States. The livestream will go live approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of the service.

Those wishing to join in remembrance may view the service here: https://ow.ly/BvZi50Z4qSI

Eureka College extends its continued condolences to Martha Lister and the entire Lister family as we remember and honor Paul’s lasting legacy of leadership, service, and dedication to others.

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Eureka College will be closed. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday at 8 a.m.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Adriana Martinez Figueroa, Associate Professor of Music, on being named the 2026 Helen Cleaver Distinguished Teaching Award recipient! 🎉 This award celebrates outstanding teaching, and we’re proud to recognize Dr. Martinez's dedication to her students and passion for learning.

Read the full story: https://ow.ly/JMie50Z2QpW

05/18/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2026!

We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating students. View the full list of Eureka College’s May 2026 graduates and join us in recognizing their dedication, perseverance, and success. 👏

https://www.eureka.edu/blog/article/2026/05/eureka-college-announces-the-spring-2026-graduates

05/16/2026

Celebrate the life and legacy of Ronald Reagan at Eureka College with a day of special activities honoring his leadership, service, and connection to Eureka.

• Explore the Ronald Reagan Museum and view the largest collection of Reagan movie memorabilia.
• Lay a flower at the Peace Garden beside a section of the Berlin Wall.
• Take a guided tour of Ronald Reagan’s Eureka College — 20-minute tours begin at 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
• Attend the 10:30 a.m. reception featuring remarks from Ambassador J. Steven Rhodes on Reagan’s legacy of leadership and Eureka’s influence on his life.
• Watch Hellcats of the Navy at 11:00 a.m., starring Ronald Reagan and Nancy Davis.

Register for events here: https://www.eureka.edu/alumni/events/reagan-memorial

05/14/2026

Check out this look, it's called 'Graduated'! 🎉🎓

📸 All photos from the Spring 2026 Commencement can be found by clicking this link: https://eurekacollege.smugmug.com/Spring-2026-Commencement

05/13/2026

It is with deep sadness that the College announces that Dr. Richard W. “Dick” Sanders, Hon ‘12 and Professor Emeritus of History at Eureka College died May 11, 2026. A native of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region and graduate of Ursinus College, Indiana University and Duke University he invested his life in the lives of Eureka College students. We send our deepest condolences and concern to his family and friends during this difficult time.

For 25 years, Dr. Sanders taught a generation of students and prepared them for their life’s work and careers. It was during his time as a professor and mentor that he discovered another opportunity to support them. Over 33 years Dr. Sanders became the largest donor in Eureka College’s 171 year history. At Eureka Commencement 13 years ago he announced he would provide the lead gift of $1.5 million to build Sanders Hall, the first academic building built in 95 years. It was largest single gift in college history. He was committed to student success

He also created the Richard W. Sanders Endowed Scholarship which is awarded yearly to a student pursuing a degree in History & Political Science and was a regular Reagan Society member. Due to his outstanding foresight and philanthropy he was named the 2013 Central Illinois AFP Philanthropist of the Year. Additionally, he encouraged others to follow his example to support students at Eureka.

We salute Dr. Sanders for a life well lived that will impact future generations due to his intellectual and philanthropic commitments to students. May his example continue to energize others to invest in students at Eureka College.

The College will announce later when it will celebrate the life and contributions of Dr. Sanders on campus.

View Richard W Sanders's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.