MU Today Cover, Summer 2024

As the final days of summer near, now is the perfect time to enjoy Methodist University’s Summer 2024 edition of “MU Today”.

As the final days of summer near, now is the perfect time to enjoy Methodist University’s Summer 2024 edition of “MU Today”.

The official alumni magazine of Methodist University once again shares the latest news, notes, and feature stories of the MU community and includes Monarch Minutes, Class Notes, In Memory, and Then & Now. The magazine also includes intriguing feature stories that spotlight some of MU’s most fascinating alumni, programs, students, scholarships, and gifts.

While alumni, staff, faculty, and students can find physical copies in your mailbox or across campus, the digital version of “MU Today” is now available and includes the following highlights and more:

Cover Story

Loyalty Through Talent: In the second part of a three-part series, “MU Today” shares some personal examples of Methodist University community members that have displayed their loyalty through various talents. From long-time MU Board of Trustees member Dr. Loleta Foster to educator and community pillar Dr. Sid Gautam to successful mentor in Sara Dickson ’09, it becomes clear that loyalty can come from many different talents.

Other Features Include

Makai’s Miracles

Methodist University junior Makai Richardson has dealt with unique challenges ever since he was born, but you would never know it based on the bright smile and magnetic personality he brings to every room. Find out how MU has become Makai’s home away from home.

Military & Veteran Services

A new department has been formed at Methodist University, Military & Veteran Services, bringing various services to active-duty, veterans and military departments under one roof. Better yet, there is a new center on campus that is allowing the military and veteran community to study, relax, or get the support they need outside of class.

Drawing Attention

The Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine is expected to break ground on a $60-plus million facility this fall with the goal of starting classes in 2026, pending approval by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Catch a glimpse of some of the exciting renderings of the new facility.

Thanks for the Memories

Some major changes are coming to two of Methodist University’s residence halls. Find out what’s next and how the University is paying tribute to the never-to-be-forgotten buildings.

Experience and Wisdom

Franklin S. Clark III, MD has worked for decades at the forefront of economic and social enterprise in Cumberland County. Now, he’s playing a major role in the construction of the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine. Read Clark’s story and what inspires him to be great.

Legacy and Leadership

Leslie Dunn Lipscomb ’05 embodies the essence of being a “lifelong Monarch”. With a rich family history tied to Methodist University, she is now soaring to great heights in her career in the business world. Find out how MU played a major part in her success and how she is giving back.

Read about MU’s national championship-winning men’s golf team, a high school summit on campus, and so much more, and be sure to look for the next exciting issue of MU Today this Fall!