President's Office
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Sympathy Notice – Connie Ikerd
August 7, 2026Dear Colleagues: It is with deep sadness that I inform you that Connie Ikerd, Communication Disorders Department and Clinic Secretary, passed away on Thursday. Connie has been a valued member of the Truman community since 1973, dedicating 53 years to this institution and our students. She was a treasured colleague and dear friend to so […]
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New Academic Year Events and August Board of Governors Meeting
August 3, 2026Greetings Colleagues! I hope you had a chance this summer to relax, rejuvenate, and create lasting memories. Thanks to everyone who was here this summer for your hard work, and welcome back to those who were able to take some time away. With the new academic year just around the corner, we are excited to […]
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President Sue Thomas Announces Decision to Retire on July 31, 2027
July 9, 2026Please click on the links below. —Sue’s Message to the Truman Community —Board’s Message to the Truman Community —University News Release
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June Board of Governors Meeting
June 15, 2026Dear Colleagues: Truman’s Board of Governors held its annual June meeting on Saturday. Before the meeting, the Board held committee meetings and a working session, and the Department of Art and Design, led by Aaron Neeley, Associate Professor of Art and Chair of the Department, provided a wonderful and insightful tour. Governor Bill Lovegreen, Board […]
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Missouri Budget Update: Conference Committee Adopts Senate Position
May 5, 2026Hello Truman Community! I am very happy to report that it was the decision of the conference committee for HB 2003 (the bill to fund higher education) to go with the Senate position of flat core funding for public higher education institutions. That means flat core funding for public higher education institutions is what will […]