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Athletics News & Events Alumni Give MyMC Welcome Home Admission & Aid Academics Student Life Search Monmouth College Monmouth College Homepage Oh the places you’ll go... Class of 2021, you did it! Honor Walk 2021 COVID-19 Campus Operations With guidance from public health agencies, Monmouth will continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic in a manner that promotes the safety of students, employees and campus visitors, and upholds the College’s mission and values. Read More What Students Alumni Faculty Parents Transfers say about Monmouth Morgan Bemis “Monmouth means running into anyone and everyone on campus with a smile and knowing each person.” Morgan Bemis ’21, Alton, Ill. Troy Hippen “Monmouth is a family tradition where I could make a difference. The whole campus feels like a family.” Troy Hippen ’22, Communications Studies Trevor Davis “Coming from another school, Monmouth accepted me instantly. The students and professors all helped me transition from my old school to here and the family aspect really hit home immediately. It felt like I had been here forever. The professors and advisors really helped with the transition of credits which can be a challenge but here it was never an issue.” Trevor Davis ’21, transferred from Southwestern Illinois College Paige Smith “I was scared of the idea of being lost in a class. I really like the individual attention with the teachers.” Paige Smith ’23, Oswego, Ill. Jack Ressler “Monmouth has taught me how to adapt to any situation and be successful.” Jack Ressler ’20, Business Administration Emily Currens “When I was looking at colleges to transfer to I was really overwhelmed by all the research opportunities at Monmouth. I was glad to get started right away.” Emily Currens ’19, St. Louis University graduate school Laura Dulee “One of my favorite memories is when my professor had a group of students over to his house so that we could simply hang out one Friday evening. In that moment, I truly felt like Monmouth College was the perfect place for me.” Laura Dulee ’20, Bloomington, Ill. Chris Knutson “The people you meet, and bonds you form, are what sets Monmouth into a class of its own.” Chris Knutson ’16, transferred from Carl Sandburg, currently Chemistry PhD candidate at University of Iowa Andre Audette “What I find truly fascinating about politics is that it is all around us; it affects everyday choices, like the foods we eat, the people we associate with, and how we see the world.” Andre Audette, Political Science Professor Bob Simmons “Monmouth students are eager, excited and willing to try new things about opportunities presented to them. They’re not as self-conscious as students at bigger schools sometimes are, and I’ve enjoyed tapping into that close-knit, community nature.” Bob Simmons, Classics Department Chair Michelle Simmons “I love working with our students because I see myself in them. They tend not to be entitled, and they typically don’t come from privileged backgrounds. I want their experience to be as impactful as my college was for me.” Michelle Simmons, Educational Studies Amy C. De Farias “I enjoy teaching at Monmouth because the small class sizes and emphasis on quality teaching allow me to focus more on my students.” Amy C. De Farias, History Department Chair Jennifer Cutright “As the parent of an out-of-state student, I was really worried about sending our only child to a college many states away. The day he arrived on campus Monmouth College opened their arms and hearts and took him in. Our son has made lifelong friends and Monmouth will always hold a special place in his heart.” Jennifer Cutright (parent of Alexander ’21) Tracey Weaver “Our son was recruited to play lacrosse. Even though it was a blizzard outside, our first visit to campus was awesome. It’s nice to know if we have questions or concerns someone is there to help. Our son made a perfect decision. It’s a perfect fit!” Tracey Weaver Kent Barrington “My daughter decided to go to Monmouth because of the individual support, the beautiful campus and small class sizes. She has participated in activities that she wouldn’t have had a chance to at a larger college.” Kent Barrington Malloree Buchanan “Being part of the Parent and Family Council allows us to connect with the college as parents and take part in campus projects that bring value to Monmouth students. As parents, if you have the opportunity to be involved in the council, do it!” Bill and Malloree Buchanan (parents of Tyler Buchanan ’20 graduate) Taylor Ewald “Monmouth was the perfect next step for me after transferring from a community college. My experiences here have challenged and prepared me for my professional career and beyond.” Taylor Ewald ’19, transferred from Norfolk Community College, employed at Adirondack Experience Chris Knutson “The people you meet, and bonds you form, are what sets Monmouth into a class of its own.” Chris Knutson ’16, transferred from Carl Sandburg, currently Chemistry PhD candidate at University of Iowa Trevor Davis “Coming from another school, Monmouth accepted me instantly. The students and professors all helped me transition from my old school to here and the family aspect really hit home immediately. It felt like I had been here forever. The professors and advisors really helped with the transition of credits which can be a challenge but here it was never an issue.” Trevor Davis ’21, transferred from Southwestern Illinois College Brock Crippen “Transferring to Monmouth was the best decision I made for my future. This place is one big family, and I felt like I belonged the moment I stepped foot on campus. The faculty has gone above and beyond to ensure my success in the classroom and when I graduate.” Brock Crippen ’21, transferred from Illinois Central College Get to know monmouth Become a Scot Start your application now! Ready to make Monmouth home? Deposit! Learn our fun traditions! Play a sport? Get recruited! Get Connected Follow us on social media. Meet your admission counselor! Watch our student video chats . Find Your Major Explore academic programs Take our majors quiz. Take it outside the classroom. Internships! Undecided? That’s okay! Explore our campus Welcome to your new home. Take a peek! Schedule your campus visit! Virtual visits! Take our athletic facilities tour #RollScots Religious & Spiritual Life FOUNDED IN FAITH All Are Welcome. Learn More Religious & Spiritual Life Explore religious and spiritual life through our diverse and welcoming programs. The Office of Religious and Spiritual Life creates opportunities for religious and spiritual exploration, discussion, and development which provide openings for individuals and groups on campus to share in religious and spiritual growth, mutual understanding and engage with the community. Programming and faith-based activities include ecumenical worship services, the Lux Center, diverse representation of religious and spiritual groups, and an annual faith-based alternative spring break trip. Learn More Close article details LeSuer Nature Preserve come experience the Glory of Nature. Learn More LeSuer Nature Preserve 16.5 acres of nature. 1.2 mile walk from campus. The LeSuer Nature Preserve provides opportunities for field classes and research. Rolling hills split by a small stream offer upland grassland, forest, riparian, and aquatic habitats for study. Restoration of the entire area to pre-settlement conditions, hello native prairie grass, provides abundant opportunities for student research. Water quality monitoring and aquatic ecology studies are also possible in the stream. Learn More Close article details Summer Opportunities for Intellectual Activity (SOFIA) SOFIA UNDERGRAD RESEARCH. Learn More Summer Opportunities for Intellectual Activity (SOFIA) Add valuable undergraduate research experience to your resume before starting your undergraduate degree. A unique program for incoming freshmen held three weeks before the fall semester starts. Fa...