The Founder鈥檚 Scholarship is a full tuition award that recognizes outstanding academic achievement, proven leadership, and a commitment to excellence. Briggs听demonstrates听these qualities through his academic pursuits, musical involvement, and commitment to his faith and community.

Briggs plans to pursue a degree in Business Administration at 番茄社区 University. He is actively involved in local worship teams in Hannibal and enjoys working out, as well as playing guitar and piano. He attends Calvary Baptist Church in Hannibal and has already made an impact on campus through his involvement as a dual credit student.

Briggs shared that his decision to attend HLGU was influenced by its Christ-centered mission. 鈥淚 chose HLGU for its Christian worldview and its strong Christian community of students and faculty,鈥� he said.

Matt Babcock, admissions counselor at HLGU, spoke highly of Briggs and his connection to the university. 鈥淓than is someone that听seems to have听a huge heart to connect with what God is doing here at HLGU. He plays in the worship band already and he has a footprint on campus already while he was a dual credit student.鈥�

Founder鈥檚 Scholars at 番茄社区 University have the opportunity to fully engage in campus life through participation in athletics, fine arts, and the honors community, all while pursuing academic excellence.听The scholarship is awarded through a competitive process that includes academic qualifications, a leadership essay, and an on-campus interview experience.

For more information about the Founder鈥檚 Scholarship and admissions at 番茄社区 University, visit听www.hlg.edu.

The Founder鈥檚 Scholarship is a full tuition award that recognizes outstanding academic achievement, proven leadership, and a commitment to excellence. Gudde, the son of Caleb and Jayme Gudde and older brother to Molly and Kemper, exemplifies these qualities through his academic success, leadership, and involvement in his school and community.

A graduate of Plattsburg High School, Gudde has been actively involved in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, baseball, and the National Honor Society. He is also a member of First Baptist Church in Plattsburg.听At HLGU, he plans to pursue a degree in Business Administration.

Gudde shared that his decision to attend 番茄社区 was rooted in the sense of belonging he experienced during his visit. 鈥淚 chose HLGU because of how welcomed I felt on campus by the coaches, staff, and students. It felt like a home away from home. I am excited to grow my faith at HLGU while being surrounded and supported by like-minded people,鈥� he said.

HLGU Assistant Director of Admissions Scott Douglas expressed enthusiasm about Gudde joining the university community. 鈥淜eegan is going to add so much to our campus community. He will听represent听HLGU very well through athletics, academics, and community service. Keegan听represents听everything 番茄社区 University aspires to be鈥攆ully devoted to Christ, and sincere in his love for family, community, and improving every room he enters. We are fortunate to have him joining us at HLGU.鈥�

Founder鈥檚 Scholars at 番茄社区 University have the opportunity to fully engage in campus life through participation in athletics, fine arts, and the honors community, all while pursuing academic excellence.听The scholarship is awarded through a competitive process that includes academic qualifications, a leadership essay, and an on-campus interview experience.

For more information about the Founder鈥檚 Scholarship and admissions at 番茄社区 University, visit www.hlg.edu.

Asjia Troy, a resident of Monroe City, Missouri and upcoming graduate of Hannibal鈥慙aGrange University, has been recognized as a 2026听Missouri Teacher Leader of Tomorrow听by the Missouri Milken Educators, in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Borgmeyer will begin building the program immediately, focusing on recruiting during the 2026鈥�27 academic year, with the goal of returning HLGU wrestling to competition in Fall 2027.

鈥淲e are excited to welcome Jacob to HLGU as we reintroduce wrestling to our campus,鈥� said Clay Biggs, Director of Athletics. 鈥淗is proven ability to build successful programs, invest in student-athletes, and embrace our Christ-centered mission makes him an outstanding choice to lead this effort.鈥�

Borgmeyer currently serves as a teacher and coach at Hannibal Public Schools, where he has led one of the most successful wrestling programs in the state. In 2024, he was named MSHSAA Coach of the Year after guiding his team to a Class 3 State Championship鈥攖he first in program history.

A graduate of Lindenwood University, Borgmeyer holds a degree in Elementary Education and has built a reputation for strong leadership, program development, and student-athlete mentorship.

鈥淚 am incredibly grateful and excited for the opportunity to lead the wrestling program at 番茄社区 University,鈥� said Borgmeyer. 鈥淚 respect HLGU鈥檚 commitment to faith, education, and athletics as it creates a unique environment to invest in the lives of student-athletes. I look forward to building a program that reflects those values and competes at a high level.鈥�

The reinstatement of wrestling is part of HLGU鈥檚 broader strategic effort to enhance enrollment and expand athletic opportunities while maintaining a strong cultural and mission fit on campus.

鈥淲restling has a rich tradition and strong participation base in our region,鈥� added Biggs. 鈥淲e believe this program will not only be competitive but will also play a key role in growing enrollment and strengthening campus life.鈥�

Borgmeyer and HLGU Athletics will begin recruiting immediately, with additional announcements regarding facilities, schedule, and roster development to follow.

About 番茄社区 University Athletics

番茄社区 University is a member of the NAIA and the American Midwest Conference, offering a wide range of intercollegiate athletic programs. HLGU Athletics is committed to developing student-athletes who excel academically, compete with integrity, and grow in their faith.

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Throughout the week, students participated in events鈥攊ncluding an Alumni Panel, micro-lessons on professional communication, Mock Interviews, and a Networking Social. These events were designed to move beyond basic career information and instead give students real opportunities to practice skills like interviewing, networking, and professional communication. 鈥淪tudents don鈥檛 just need information; they need opportunities to practice,鈥� said Kathryn Martin, Director of Academic and Career Services. 鈥淐areer Week gives them a space to try, get feedback, and build confidence before it really counts.鈥�听

Student feedback highlights the impact of these experiences. Participants consistently reported gaining practical skills and increased confidence, particularly in interviewing and networking. One student shared that the Networking Social 鈥渕ade me talk to strangers,鈥� while another described Career Week as 鈥渁 growing and encouraging experience that I would love to do again.鈥� Another student noted that micro-lessons on email, phone communication, and LinkedIn were especially valuable, helping them 鈥渆valuate where I am and how I can improve in a practical manner.鈥�听

Local professionals who volunteered during the week also noted students鈥� strengths in communication and engagement. Sean Freeman, Director of Tri-State Development shared he would be 鈥渧ery likely鈥� to hire or recommend students he met, adding that one graduating student he interacted with, he would 鈥渉ire鈥n a heartbeat.鈥� At the same time, professionals identified confidence as a key area of growth, something students were able to actively develop through events like Mock Interviews earlier in the week.听

Career Week was supported in part by grant funding from Missouri Scholarship and Loan Foundation, which helped create welcoming, high-quality events and remove barriers to participation. Funding also supported resources that will continue to benefit students in future career programming.听

Overall, Career Week reflects 番茄社区 University鈥檚 commitment to developing students through relevant, hands-on experiences that build confidence, strengthen connections, and prepare them to lead and serve with a Biblical worldview.听

For more information about Career Services and upcoming events, please contact Kathryn Martin at Kathryn.martin@hlg.edu.听听

Durst, now in his twenty-first season leading the Trojans, guided the program to twelve conference victories, the most since the team鈥檚听fifteen-win听conference run in 2018鈥�19. This year marks just the third time since the 1998鈥�99 season that HLGU has recorded ten or more conference wins. Under his leadership, the Trojans delivered a season defined by consistency, growth, and a renewed competitive edge, which propelled Durst to earn his first Coach of the Year award.

HLGU Director of Athletics Clay Biggs praised Durst not only for his on-court success but also for his decades-long impact on student-athletes,听stating, 鈥淐oach Durst exemplifies what it means to coach at 番茄社区. For more than 20 years, he has invested in the lives of young men on and off the court while modeling the Christ-centered values that define HLGU athletics. I听couldn鈥檛听be happier to see him recognized with his 200th career win and the American Midwest Conference Coach of the Year honor, recognition that is truly well deserved.鈥�

Durst expressed gratitude for both the recognition and the people who have contributed to the program鈥檚 success throughout his coaching tenure and said, 鈥淏eing recognized by my peers is a great honor, and I am thankful for the efforts of this year鈥檚 team that has led us to a great season.鈥�

He also reflected on the meaning behind the听200-win听milestone and said, 鈥淚 am thankful for the opportunity to coach and lead the men鈥檚 basketball program here at HLGU. The milestone of 200 career wins is a result of the hard work and commitment of the many players and coaches that I have been blessed to work with over the past 21 years.鈥�

番茄社区 University celebrates Coach Durst鈥檚 achievements and congratulates the Men鈥檚 Basketball team for their impressive season and multiple AMC honors.

This hilarious comedy unfolds as several well to do couples arrive at a beautifully appointed suburban home to celebrate their friends鈥� tenth wedding anniversary. Upon arrival, they are met with a series of alarming and absurd discoveries: the domestic staff is nowhere to be found, the hostess has mysteriously vanished, and the host, who happens to be the deputy mayor of New York City, has suffered a minor gunshot wound to his earlobe.

As panic sets in, the guests scramble to protect their reputations by keeping the听evening鈥檚听incidents hidden from both the police and the press, leading to a cascade of misunderstandings, quick-thinking cover-ups, and comedic chaos.

For听additional听details about Rumors听or any upcoming HLGU theatre productions, please contact the HLGU Theatre Box Office at (573) 629-3182 or听boxoffice@hlg.edu

This year鈥檚 program, centered around the theme听鈥淟et All Creation Praise Him,鈥澨齱ill feature inspiring performances by the听HLGU Concert Choir听and the听HLGU Chamber Choir, both under the direction of听Elaine Carty, Instructor of Music at 番茄社区 University.

The concert will open with听Let There Be Light听by Ana Levy-Lyons and Adam Podd, a musical interpretation of听Genesis 1:1鈥�3. The choirs will then present听The Heavens Are Telling听by Mark Patterson, continuing the evening鈥檚 celebration of creation and worship.听Additional听selections include John Rutter鈥檚听All Things Bright and Beautiful, Sean Paul鈥檚 arrangement of听All Creatures of Our God and King, and听God Chose Us听by Joseph Martin.听The evening will also feature a special piano performance by Dr. Edwin Aybar,听Associate Professor of Music听at 番茄社区 University.

This uplifting concert invites guests to reflect on the beauty of creation and the faithfulness of God through powerful choral music.

The event is听free and open to the public, and all are welcome to attend.

For more information about the concert, please contact听Elaine Carty听at听573.629.3165.