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Honesty, integrity, responsibility and respect were emphasized in a Sept. 11, 2014, program for freshmen who heard from President Leo M. Lambert and other student leaders about the university's most cherished principles.

ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ receives three #1 rankings and top marks for academic programs, teaching and affordability in the annual U.S. News ranking.

A Wednesday night thunderstorm caused damage to one of six residential buildings in the Oaks neighborhood when lightning hit Janie Poole Brown Hall; no injuries have been reported and ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ is relocating all residents for the night as a precaution.

Charlie Cook, one of the nation’s most respected political commentators, told an ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ audience Wednesday that historical and demographic trends favor a Republican takeover of the U.S. Senate this fall - but the GOP shouldn’t be too giddy as 2016 looks to be a blessing for Democrats.

Incoming students and their families gathered Under the Oaks of campus on Aug. 23, 2014, as administrators, faculty and fellow students shared reflections and advice for making the most of an ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ education.

Winter Term 2015 classes in Israel and Ghana have been canceled or postponed due to regional security and health concerns in Africa and the Middle East.

ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ welcomed to campus this fall students from around the world whose intellectual curiosity and commitment to their communities made them stand out in a record number of applicants for an incoming class.

Enjoy a Facebook photo gallery and a short video reliving the excitement, anxiety and anticipation felt this week by members of the Class of 2018 and their families.

More than 1,500 first-year and transfer students arrived on campus Friday set on learning about social and economic issues impacting their world while finding ways to improve the lives of others.

In a special video message, ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ President Leo M. Lambert shares details about new facilities, programs and highlights of the upcoming year.