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The Decaturian is Millikin's student-run newspaper. The opinions reflected may not be those of Millikin as an institution.

The Decaturian

The Decaturian is Millikin's student-run newspaper. The opinions reflected may not be those of Millikin as an institution.

The Decaturian

The Decaturian is Millikin's student-run newspaper. The opinions reflected may not be those of Millikin as an institution.

The Decaturian

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Announcement of the 17th President Stirs Up Students’ Emotions
Anna Quick, News Editor • March 15, 2025

Millikin’s 17th President, Dr. Dean Pribbenow, is under a microscope, and Millikin students are fighting for the eyepiece. On Monday, March 10th, Ronald Branch sent out...

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Public Safety Urges Caution in Severe Weather
Ellie Fitzpatrick, Writer • March 14, 2025

High winds and potential tornado threats is not an ideal start to spring break, but Public Safety has some tips on how to navigate it. Severe weather warnings were issued...

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Softball has Success in Florida
Softball has Success in Florida
Sophie Gibbs, Sports Editor • March 26, 2025

The Big Blue softball team traveled to Cocoa Beach, Florida for a week of games over spring break, coming back 6-2.  The first day saw a pair of wins over St. Norbert...

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A weather map outlining the weather Central Illinois can expect tonight.
Photo courtesy of the National Weather Service
Public Safety Urges Caution in Severe Weather
Ellie Fitzpatrick, Writer • March 14, 2025

High winds and potential tornado threats is not an ideal start to spring break, but Public Safety has some tips on how to navigate it. Severe weather warnings were issued...

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Millikin University School of Theatre and Dance Presents Clybourne Park
Ella Bianchi, Writer • February 28, 2025

Millikin University’s School of Theatre and Dance kicks off the second half of its 2024-2025 mainstage season with Clybourne Park, written by Bruce Norris and directed by...

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An Oscars for the Ages
Eli Bland, Arts Editor • March 3, 2025

One of the most unpredictable and exciting awards seasons in recent memory came to an end this past Sunday with an extravagant and historic Oscars ceremony. From host Conan...

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Decency is Dead: Trump and Vance’s Outburst with Ukranian President
Ellie Fitzpatrick, Writer • March 4, 2025

No one likes a bully, especially in America. It’s why The Karate Kid defeats Cobra Kai and why anti-bullying campaigns overwhelm public airwaves. President Donald Trump...

Agreeing to Disagree
Agreeing to Disagree
February 20, 2025
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