Y OUR F UTURE IS
limitless MIDLAND UNIVERSITY | 2023-2024 VIEWBOOK
YOU R P OTE N TI A L I S
limitless The choice to pursue a college degree at Midland University is the beginning of something extraordinary. It’s writing a new chapter where your talents, skills, and passions are only the starting point for what lies ahead. As a gateway to infinite possibilities, our campus will provide boundless support with people, tools, and skills to help you define your dreams. Our community nurtures a spirit of endless discovery, enabling you to reach for the stars. You enroll for an education but graduate with so much more. Welcome to Midland University – where your possibilities are truly limitless.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DISCOVER MORE AT midlandu.edu
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About Midland
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Campus Life
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Student Resources
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Your Next Chapter of Relevance
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Academics
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Athletics
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Arts
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The Midland Investment
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Next Steps
MISSION At Midland University, our mission is to inspire people to learn and lead in the world with purpose.
VALUES Faith Quality Respect Stewardship Learning
ABOUT MIDLAND Founded in 1883, Midland University offers relevant opportunities in more than 30 undergraduate academic areas, in 24 online graduate and doctoral programs, and a wide range of professional studies programs at both our Fremont and Omaha locations. Midland aspires for students to grow and learn in their academic careers, but the Midland experience goes beyond the classroom walls. Through participation in athletics, arts, and student organizations, students are building memories and relationships that will last a lifetime. By working from the marketplace back, Midland can equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in the world, and provide them with dynamic and innovative learning experiences in their college journey. Students come for an education, but leave with so much more. The future is limitless at Midland University.
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OUR T E A M The Midland University Student Ambassadors welcome you to Warrior Nation. It is our role to be your advocate and campus expert as you explore all that Midland has to offer. There are a lot of decisions ahead of you. Are you looking for a smaller school or a big campus? Should you stay in-state or go out-ofstate? How involved should you get? What academic courses catch your eye? Visiting campus is the best way to experience the culture of every college that interests you and helps bring clarity to the questions listed above – straight from those living the Midland experience. We can’t wait to meet you on your campus visit. Whether it is your very first campus visit or you’ve lost count, we want to make sure that when you’re done hanging out with us, you truly know all that you are capable of and what a partnership with a school like Midland can help you become. We promise to keep it real with you every step of the way. Let’s do this.
OU R H OM E Fremont is located in Eastern Nebraska and lies in the valley between the Platte and Elkhorn Rivers. Recreational opportunities and community amenities make Fremont an excellent location for students to enjoy the quality of life unique to Nebraska. Activity abounds as the community is home to the Fremont State Lakes, a state park with 20 lakes. The Fremont Family YMCA is the largest in the country, offering an Olympic-size swimming pool and aquatic center. Fremont is also a shopper’s delight, brimming with wonderful antique stores, boutiques, and a historic downtown district. A movie theater, minutes from campus, gives students a place to unwind, and there are an abundance of restaurants and coffee shops that will cater to everyone’s culinary tastes. Fremont is just 20 minutes from Omaha, where all the amenities of a major city are available.
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CAMPU S LIFE The Midland University campus is an ideal home away from home: tight-knit, cozy, safe, active, engaging, and fun. Whether you are joining friends for pizza at the dining hall, playing a game of pool in the student center, meeting a study group in the library, or “Living in the residence halls provides students with easy access to an entire network of staff who are dedicated to student support. Our Student Affairs and Student Involvement offices work together to sponsor campuswide events that show the lively environments that we foster and encourage in our Residence Halls.”
attending a play or home game, you can build your own experience here. At Midland, learning extends beyond the classroom. Our active campus includes 33 varsity sports, 7 different arts programs, student government, campus ministries, sororities, fraternities, intramural and club sports, and academic and social organizations.
NATHAN SPICKA
Residence Life Coordinator
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1,550
60+
87%
30%
APPROXIMATE ENROLLMENT
STUDENT ACTIVITIES & ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENTS INVOLVED IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
STUDENTS IDENTIFY WITH DIVERSE RACIAL/ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS
CL UBS + OR G A NI Z AT IONS Academic/Professional
Greek Life
Recreation
Blank Space Art Hub Criminal Justice Club FBLA Collegiate MASH - Midland Association for Students in Health NMEA Chapter - National Association for Music Education Student Education Association SNA - Student Nursing Association
Beta Sigma Psi Fraternity Kappa Phi Fraternity Phi Omega Sorority Pi Epsilon Sorority Tri Phi Sorority
Intramural Sports SAS - Short Attention Span
Aff inity Groups BSU - Black Student Union Global Warriors HSU - Hispanic Student Union PRISM - Promoting Respect of Identities & Sexualities at Midland
Honorary Societies Alpha Psi Omega Blue Key Cardinal Key Pi Gamma Mu Psi Chi Sigma Tau Delta Sigma Theta Tau
Service Circle K International EcoWarriors Pinky Swear PACK Student Senate
Student Activities MAC - Midland Activities Crew
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Faith-Based Organizations Cru FCA - Fellowship of Christian Athletes Midland Catholics
ARTS
AT HL E T ICS
Art & Design Dance Instrumental Music Speech & Debate Technical Arts Theatre Vocal Music
Baseball (M) Basketball Bowling Cheer Cross Country Dance eSports Flag football (W) Football (M) Golf Hockey
Lacrosse Powerlifting Shotgun Sports Soccer Softball (W) Swim & Dive Tennis Track & Field Volleyball (W) Wrestling
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40 states
HOME AWAY FROM HOME Our beautiful campus sits on 33 acres in Fremont, Nebraska — a growing community of over 27,000. For those students who choose to live on campus Midland University’s Residence Life program and staff are committed to creating a true ‘home’ for our students by supporting personal development, providing a safe and engaging
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community, and enhancing the student life experience.
We are proud to embrace and empower every student who joins our community. Students who choose to live off campus and those who commute are also encouraged to take advantage of resources and campus activities happening every day. The Olson Student Center, Warrior Grill with Starbucks, the Luther Library, and a number
1,150
of computer labs are popular spots to study between classes or meet up with friends.
undergraduate students
90% of students have a fieldbased experience
56% in state
44% out of state
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STUDENT RESOURCES CA M PU S M I N IST RIE S Campus Ministries provides students, faculty, and staff, and those in the community a place to grow and live out their faith. This is done through weekly chapel, Bible studies, service opportunities, and outreach beyond our campus to provide various ways to serve and worship.
STUDE NT ACCO MMO DATI O NS & ACC E SSI B I LI TY The Student Accommodations & Accessibility Office is committed to providing an accessible environment where learning and personal development opportunities are available to all admitted students.
CO UNSE LI NG The Counseling Center provides a supportive environment where students are encouraged to express and explore issues impacting their educational experience and collaboratively specify goals to improve their well-being. Care includes in-person and 24/7 telehealth options.
SECU R I TY
STUDE NT HE A LTH
WA RRI O R SK I LLS
Midland University maintains a campus security staff consisting of professional and student staff trained to provide a safe and secure environment essential to Midland.
The Student Health Office has a full-time nurse on campus to provide care and services including Health Counseling, First Aid, Physician & Dental Referrals, etc.
Warrior Skills aims to assist students by focusing on four pillar areas: Personal Enhancement, Social Responsibility, Leadership, and Career Development.
Student Success Center 1-on-1 advising model creates a partnership with advisors to ensure students have individualized support and resources when choosing classes or navigating college life.
Career Studio
Become career ready with services that include support in resume building, part time and career job search, interview preparation and more.
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Access to Technology Every undergraduate student receives an iPad + Apple pencil and has access to many computer labs to advance their education and digital fluency.
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Writing Lab, Learning Lab, Quiz Lab, Supplemental Instruction, Study Tables, Exam Review Sessions, Notability, and Individualized Success Strategies.
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YOUR NEXT CHAPTER OF RELEVANCE MIDLAND UNIVERSITY GRADUATE & ONLINE Our graduate, professional, and doctoral offerings feature innovative curriculums and hands-on learning experiences designed to advance your knowledge and skills, bringing immediate value to your field.
Learn more about Midland Online
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ONLINE PROGRAMS
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MIDLAND UNIVERSITY ALUMNI Midland is proud of its many alumni who have graduated and gone out to learn and lead in the world with purpose, both personally and professionally. Our alumni network is strong and continues to impact current
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and future students to help them meet their full potential and succeed in their endeavors.
Top Employers of Midland Graduates
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TO INSPIRE PEOPLE TO LEARN & LEAD IN THE W ORLD W ITH
PURPOSE
ACADEMICS At Midland, we cultivate a community of changemakers driven by a shared vision of relentless relevance. Midland is grounded in the belief that service unto others inspires morally strong and ethically sound citizens. “The Midland academic experience extends well beyond the walls of any classroom. Students are engaged in the community and have ample opportunities to apply their knowledge in a way that will advance their skills, enhance their resume, provide talking points in job interviews, and solve challenges that will prepare them for life well after their time at Midland.”
Students develop more than just intellectual knowledge at Midland. Our bold and modern approach to a liberal arts education offers broad-based learning in multiple disciplines with hands-on learning experiences to build in-demand skills.
NICK SCHRECK Director of Undergraduate Business | Assistant Professor of Digital Marketing
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14:1
4YGG
95%
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
STUDENTFACULTY RATIO
4-YEAR GRADUATION GUARANTEE
EMPLOYED OR IN GRADUATE SCHOOL Within 6 Months of Graduation
PROGRAMS OF STUDY PRE-PROFESSIONAL
MAJORS Dunklau School of Business Accounting Agribusiness Business Administration Business Intelligence & Technology Digital Marketing Financial Services Management Sport Management
College of Health Professions Biology Exercise Science Medical Arts (3+1) Nursing Strength and Conditioning
Luther College of Arts & Sciences Applied Behavior Analysis Arts Management Communication Studies Criminal Justice English History Human Services Mathematics Psychology Religion & Philosophy Sociology Youth & Family Ministry
Walker School of Education Education, PK-12 Elementary Education Secondary Education Special Education Generalist
MINORS Animal Production Management Art Biology Business Administration Business Intelligence Technology Communication Studies Chemistry Criminal Justice Digital Marketing English Financial Services Graphic Design
Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Pre-Medicine Chiropractic Optometry Osteopathic Medicine Pharmacy Physician Assistant Podiatry Radiation Therapy Respiratory Therapy Veterinary Science
Still exploring your academic and career interests? Midland University has you covered! Midland students are not required to declare their major until the start of their sophomore year. This allows students the chance to freely explore their passions, interests and options during their first year of college.
CERTIFICATES History Management Mathematics Nutrition Politics & Citizenship Psychology Religion & Philosophy Sociology Sport Management Sport Marketing Writing Youth & Family Ministry
Coaching Classroom & Behavior Management Cybersecurity Data Analytics Digital Marketing Diversity & Inclusion
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Network Administration Non-Profit Management Social Emotional Learning & Behavioral Wellness Software Development Web Development
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ATHLETICS Home to the largest Athletic Department in Nebraska, Midland University offers dynamic opportunities for competitive play and character development across 33 varsity sports. From shotgun to powerlifting, hockey to esports, Warrior student-athletes train with worldclass coaches and mentors who foster success both on and off the field.
Interested in talking to a coach?
BASEBALL (M)
L ACROSSE
BASKETBALL
POWERLIF TING
BOWLING
SHOTGUN SPORTS
CHEER
SOCCER
CROSS COUNTRY
SOF TBALL (W)
DANCE
SWIM & DIVE
ESPORTS
TENNIS
FL AG FOOTBALL (W)
TRACK & FIELD
FOOTBALL (M)
VOLLEYBALL (W)
GOLF
WRESTLING
HOCKEY
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ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS 155 All-Conference Honorees
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10
Conference Players of the Year
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Conference Coaches of the Year
All-American Honorees
9
5
CoSIDA Academic All-District
CoSIDA Academic All-Americans
119
21
NAIA Scholar-Athletes
“With 33 varsity sports, Midland is proud to have the largest athletic program in the state. We take pride in academic achievement, as well as the athletic success of our student-athletes. Midland competes with integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership. We help students reach their full athletic and academic potential, as well as provide community service opportunities to apply leadership skills, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.”
COURTNEY THOMS EN Director of Athletics
NAIA Scholar-Teams
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ARTS At Midland University, we believe that our students should explore all of their interests. For this reason, we offer scholarships in the following areas regardless of a student’s degree program. ART & DESIGN DANCE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
SPEECH & DEBATE TECHNICAL ARTS
THEATRE VOCAL MUSIC
DEDICATED TO OUR CRAFT Scan for more about Arts
Our faculty and staff are skilled experts who provide exceptional performance opportunities within their fields of expertise.
DEVOTED TO THE EXPERIENCE Our top priority is to ensure our students feel welcomed, accomplished, and have a fun, multifaceted experience.
MidlandUArts students receive a truly special college experience uniquely catered to their individual interests and futures. Consider joining our inclusive community today!
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“I enjoy how the arts department is a dynamic place full of people from different walks of life who all come together to share their passion for art and to further their careers and education in that department. It’s like a family and we are so supportive of each other. I’ve learned so much while becoming a better person at the same time.”
Arts related work study positions
60+ Performances in the 2022-2023 season
50+ Different art classes offered each year
5x
DEVYN HANSEN
National ChampionsWarrior Wildf ire Dance Team
Arts Management Class of ‘24
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THE MIDLAND INVESTMENT $34,745
350-400
Students receiving f inancial aid.
Average undergraduate f inancial aid award f rom all sources (scholarships, grants, work, and loans) and covers 71.8% of tuition, fees, room & board.
Students employed yearly through our campus work programs. Students can earn up to $2,000 during the academic year.
BASE AWARDS
PRESENTED BY MIDLAND UNIVERSITY
100%
MINIMUM AWARD
SCHOLARSHIPS + GRANTS
At Midland University we are committed to seeing our students be successful and reach their full potential in their academic and co-curricular endeavors. One of the ways we demonstrate this commitment is by offering a perfectly tailored scholarship to each student who attends Midland. Our goal is to make quality education and invaluable experiences available to you in a supportive environment where students can thrive. Explore the various scholarship pathways, available aid, and resources available to you and your supporters at Midland University. With the financial support backed by a team of professionals, your future truly is limitless.
DETERMINE YOUR SCHOLARSHIP PATH AT MIDLAND UNIVERSITY
AT H LE T I C S
ARTS
Students interested in being recruited to the largest athletic program in the state, should submit an athletic questionnaire or connect with your coach.
Students interested in participating in the Arts should schedule an audition on their campus visit, or schedule an appointment.
HONORS Honors-eligible students (3.5 GPA and/or 27 ACT) should complete their Honors application in the Admissions portal to be considered.
PRESI DENTI A L This scholarship program holds students of many interests and skill sets. All students are eligible to be reviewed for a Presidential scholarship by completing the application form in their admissions portal.
Campus Visit Grant ($2,000) is awarded when you participate in an Off icial Campus Visit. *($500/year)
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