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
Kemper Koslofski

Kemper Koslofski, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Kemper Koslofski serves as the current Editor-in-Chief for the Decaturian. Born and raised in Decatur, he is very passionate about journalism and the opportunities that it can provide its writers and readers. Kemper also serves as a Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) leader on campus.

Sports Editor ’23

Editor-in-Chief ’23-’26

All content by Kemper Koslofski
Photo courtesy of FlashMac Photography

Senior Spotlight: Sophia Gibbs

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
May 9, 2025
Lorenz Delos Reyes (left) and Dawsen Loafman (right) played major roles in putting on the car smashing event.

TKE’s Take on Philanthropy

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
April 23, 2025
Photo credits: Elmhurst University

“If We Could Start Next Week We Would be Here”

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2025
Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Acting President Ron Branch. Photo courtesy of Millikin University

Chairman Ron Branch Encourages Students to Remain Resilient

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2025
Photo courtesy of Millikin University

Who is Dr. Dean Pribbenow?

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 11, 2025
Photo credits: Millikin University

Millikin Has its New President

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2025
Photo credits: Millikin University

Reynolds’ Departure Raises Questions

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2025
Skaggs (Middle) was struck by a vehicle during a run through Fairview Park. Photo courtesy of Ricky Esparza.

Running Through the Pain

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2025
Agreeing to Disagree

Agreeing to Disagree

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
February 20, 2025
Trump Delivers on Another Promise

Trump Delivers on Another Promise

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2025
Photo courtesy of Danny Lack

Millikin’s Week of Worship Returns With a New Name

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2025
Photo courtesy of Dayton Hammes

Making the Jump: Elyce Knudsen’s Success Continues in Division I

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2024
Photo courtesy of Business Today

Takeaways from Trump’s Victory Speech

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2024
Donald Trump Secures a Landslide

Donald Trump Secures a Landslide

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2024
Photo courtesy of Newsweek

Biden Continues to Get in Harris’ Way

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2024
Trump Continues to Troll His Way to the Top

Trump Continues to Troll His Way to the Top

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024
Who is Kamala Harris?

Who is Kamala Harris?

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2024
What's Next for Millikin Football?

What’s Next for Millikin Football?

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2024
Photo courtesy of Ricky Esparza

Building the Brand: Millikin Track and Cross Country Continues to Adapt

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2024
Photo courtesy of Luke Bradley

Men’s Golf is Rolling Momentum into Spring

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2024
Photo Courtesy of Brandon Phillips

Dinner with Adam Kinzinger

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2024
Adam Kinzinger's Plea for Democracy

Adam Kinzinger’s Plea for Democracy

Kemper Koslofski and Anna Quick
September 30, 2024
Image courtesy of Congress.gov

What does Kinzinger’s Arrival at Millikin Mean for Republicans?

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 30, 2024
Millikin Football's Homecoming Rally Spoiled by Augustana

Millikin Football’s Homecoming Rally Spoiled by Augustana

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2024
Millikin Student Involved in Crosswalk Car Crash

Millikin Student Involved in Crosswalk Car Crash

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 25, 2024
Photo courtesy of Millikin University

Chris Ballard Announces Departure from Millikin

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 24, 2024
The MilliBubble Takes Yet Another Hit

The MilliBubble Takes Yet Another Hit

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2024
Millikin Football is Doing the Little Things Right

Millikin Football is Doing the Little Things Right

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 6, 2024
Craig White has served as Millikin's Athletic Director since June of 2012.

Millikin University to Hire New Athletic Director

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
September 6, 2024
Jake Shumaker has Found the Luck of the Irish

Jake Shumaker has Found the Luck of the Irish

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
May 16, 2024
My One Minute Career on the "A" Team

My One Minute Career on the “A” Team

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2024
Millikin Baseball Wins Second CCIW Championship in Four Years

Millikin Baseball Wins Second CCIW Championship in Four Years

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2024
Millikin Baseball Dominates First Game of Doubleheader Versus Illinois Wesleyan

Millikin Baseball Dominates First Game of Doubleheader Versus Illinois Wesleyan

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2024
Millikin Students Have Troubles Viewing Eclipse

Millikin Students Have Troubles Viewing Eclipse

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2024
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[Photo] Stay Curious in a World Where it’s “Wrong” to Be

Madelyn Cummins, Writer
April 4, 2024
Photo courtesy of theatlantic.com

Bridging the Gap

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 28, 2024
Hensley's national title-winning vault of 17 feet.

Millikin Freshman Kyle Hensley Captures Millikin’s First Pole Vault National Championship

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2024
Caleb Buehrle pitches during the first game. Buehrle was dominant in his home opener.

Millikin Baseball Splits First Day of Home Opener

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2024
Millikin Baseball Unbothered by "Outside Noise"

Millikin Baseball Unbothered by “Outside Noise”

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2024
We’ve Seen this Before: A Joyous Day ends in Tragedy

We’ve Seen this Before: A Joyous Day ends in Tragedy

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2024
Ryan Janssen (left) and Caleb Buehrle (right) are set to be a dominant force together this season.

“The Grandpa” is Back and Better than Ever

Kemper Koslofski, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2024
The Weirdest NFL Season in Recent Memory

The Weirdest NFL Season in Recent Memory

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
January 26, 2024
When will the Media Stop Picking and Choosing what Makes the News?

When will the Media Stop Picking and Choosing what Makes the News?

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
The Big Blue women's cross-country team poses for a photo with their banner. The team won their first CCIW championship in program history on Saturday.

Millikin Women’s Cross-Country Wins First Conference Title in Program History; Men’s Team Takes Fourth

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
October 28, 2023
Millikin Shows Promise Despite Homecoming Game Loss

Millikin Shows Promise Despite Homecoming Game Loss

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
October 1, 2023
Pilling Chapel (right)

[Photo] 10 Songs for Your Fall Playlist

Eli Bland, Writer
September 9, 2023
The NFL Returns

The NFL Returns

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
September 9, 2023
FCA Kicks-off New Year with Week of Worship

FCA Kicks-off New Year with Week of Worship

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
August 25, 2023
Mason Hoyt: Understanding the Power of the Press

Mason Hoyt: Understanding the Power of the Press

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
June 5, 2023

Students’ Art Showcase Therapeutic for All

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
May 10, 2023
The Best of the Best: The Millikin Hall of Fame

The Best of the Best: The Millikin Hall of Fame

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
May 7, 2023
D1 and D3 Sports: What's the Difference?

D1 and D3 Sports: What’s the Difference?

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
March 29, 2023
Image Courtesy of Millikin Triathlon

Duesterhaus Reflects on Her Final Season

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
March 8, 2023
Millikin FCA Provides Students with an Important Faith-Based Spiritual Community

Millikin FCA Provides Students with an Important Faith-Based Spiritual Community

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
February 13, 2023
A Hidden Sports Gem: The Decatur Commodores

A Hidden Sports Gem: The Decatur Commodores

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
February 9, 2023
Image courtesy of Millikin University

Millikin Students Want Staley Library Hours to be Extended. Is it Possible?

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
February 7, 2023
Sami Steigmann

Millikin University Welcomes Holocaust Survivor to Represent Thomas W. Ewing Lectureship

Kemper Koslofski, Sports Editor
February 2, 2023
Workers demolish the old gym.

Millikin’s Old Gym to be Replaced with a New $6.7 Million Athletic Building

Kemper Koslofski, Writer
December 2, 2022
Assistant coach Ben Kuxmann helps lead stretching. Kuxmann was a former standout for the Big Blue and has since decided to join the coaching staff for the 2022 season.

“This Year is Going to be Special”

Kemper Koslofski, Writer
September 2, 2022
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