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Ranked the #1 Public School in the Midwest for 25 Consecutive Years
Truman graduates work for the best companies in the world, attend the best graduate schools and earn nearly $10,000 more than the national average.
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What's Happening at Truman
Check out all the great things happening around campus and throughout our community.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in August
New Year’s Eve is coming early to Kirksville.
“Truman State University’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, with President Sue Thomas” will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 21 on the quad. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend.
Truman Recognized on Elite List of Best Buys
Truman was once again selected as one of 10 public schools in the “Fiske Guide to Colleges” Best Buys of 2023.
Bulldogs to Compete in Digital Realm
This fall a new Truman team will compete under the Bulldog banner with the addition of a University-sponsored esports team.
Upward Bound Renewed at Truman
Truman’s Upward Bound Project was recently awarded a five-year $2.4 million grant by the U.S. Department of Education to continue operations through 2028.
Track and Field Teams Earn Academic Awards
Truman track and field teams have been included among the All-Academic Teams as determined by the United States Track & Field/Cross Country Coaches Association.
Women’s Basketball Recognized for Classroom Success
The women’s basketball team was named as a special mention to the Division II annual Academic Top 25 list compiled by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association.
Mitchell Heberer
Class of ‘21