LEBANON, Ill. (Aug. 4, 2026) – McKendree University has been awarded a Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) Professional Development Award. The award recognizes institutions that further support and enhance undergraduate students’ vocational experience.
With this grant, McKendree University will continue to provide professional development opportunities grounded in character and calling that strengthen faculty and staff.
“This is an exciting opportunity to bring a cross-section of our community together to explore our own character and calling to develop future curricular and co-curricular programming for our student population,” Dean of Worldwide Programs Dr. Melissa Meeker said.
A program of the Council of Independent Colleges supported by Lilly Endowment Inc., NetVUE is a national initiative that supports nearly 350 colleges and universities by creating opportunities for undergraduate students to reflect on and explore purpose, calling and career work. For more information, please visit cic.edu.
Founded in 1828 as the first institution of higher education in Illinois, McKendree University is a nationally ranked private university in Lebanon, Illinois. McKendree offers undergraduate, graduate and online programs that provide a personalized, high-quality educational experience grounded in academic excellence, leadership development and lifelong learning. McKendree is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Midwest’s Best Regional Universities, Best Value Schools and Best Colleges for Veterans. Learn more at www.mckendree.edu.
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